Assistant Professor in Metascience

Job Description

Current developments in research methods, computer science, automation, and artificial intelligence are changing how scientific knowledge is generated, communicated, and used. The research group Human Technology Interaction is actively involved in studying these developments by building its research on a disciplinary foundation in metascience, yet explicitly strives to bridge and contribute to interdisciplinary research fields in areas as varied as human-computer interaction, decision‑making, data science, social and environmental psychology, and perception.

You have expertise in research methods, programming, and research on research, and you want to contribute to and influence the successful application of technology for responsible scientific knowledge generation. Your research interests extend and complement the current research program in human‑technology interaction. You are active and eager to work on technological practices that improve reliable knowledge generation, communication, and application, with a thorough understanding of the user, and the environment in which people operate.

You will initiate, perform, and supervise high‑quality research in the area of Human Technology Interaction (HTI), teach and co‑develop inspiring and high‑quality courses in Bachelor and Master programmes of the school of Innovation Sciences, initiate and contribute to externally funded research projects, assist in the supervision of Ph.D. students, and contribute to the management of the group and the department.

The open position is part of HTI. This group is concerned with the responsible development, introduction, and use of technology, focusing on its interface to humans, its successful deployment in organisations, and a fundamental understanding of its transformative effects on individuals and society. You will also collaborate with colleagues through The Eindhoven Meta‑Science Centre (META/e). We highly value collegiality, collaboration and team science and look forward to welcoming you to our midst.

• Motivated researcher, with strong background in metascience, research methods, and the social sciences.
• Ability to conduct high quality academic research, reflected in demonstrable outputs.
• Motivated to teach, contribute to teaching processes, and to develop excellent teaching skills.
• Strong cooperation skills and ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.
• Good communication and leadership skills when working in multidisciplinary collaborations.
• Excellent (written and verbal) proficiency in English.

A meaningful job in a dynamic and ambitious university, in an interdisciplinary setting and within an international network.

• Salary in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities, scale 11 (minimum €4 728, maximum €6 433 gross per month).
• A year‑end bonus of 8.3% and annual vacation pay of 8%.
• A dedicated mentoring program to help you get to know the university and the Dutch research environment.
• A Development Track with the prospect of becoming an Associate Professor; a more senior profile may receive a tailored career proposal.
• High‑quality training programmes for academic leadership and teaching.
• An excellent technical infrastructure, on‑campus children’s day care and sports facilities.
• Unlimited access to the modern on‑campus TU/e Student Sports Centre at an exceptionally affordable rate.
• Partially paid parental leave and an allowance for commuting, working from home and internet costs.
• A staff immigration team is available for international candidates, as are a tax compensation scheme (the 30% facility) and partner career support.

Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to know more?
Please contact the hiring manager Prof. dr. Daniel Lakens,

D.Lakens.

We invite you to submit a complete application. The application should include a:

• Cover letter in which you describe your motivation and qualifications for the position.
• Curriculum vitae, including a list of your publications or other research outputs and the contact information of two references. Kindly note that we may reach out to references at any stage of the recruitment process. We recommend notifying your references upon submitting your application.
• Description of your scientific interests and plans (1–2 pages).
• Statement of your teaching goals and experience (1–2 pages).

Ensure that you submit all the requested application documents. Please note that incomplete applications may not be considered and could be rejected.

• You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post.
• A pre‑employment screening (e.g. knowledge security check) can be part of the selection procedure. For more information on the knowledge security check, please consult the National Knowledge Security Guidelines.
• Please do not contact us for unsolicited services.