Assistant Professor In Modeling of Plasma Surface Interaction

at  TU Eindhoven

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for applicants for an Assistant Professor position in the field of Modeling of Plasma Surface Interaction. We welcome applicants with a theoretical or numerical background to explain the mechanisms of plasma-surface interaction. The scope could range from elementary processes, via particulate modeling and statistical modeling to more global approaches.
You will be working as a PI within the group Elementary Processes in Gas Discharges (EPG) of the Department of Applied Physics and Science Education (APSE) at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). This group works on a large variety of plasma related topics. The group is active in both experimental and theoretical/numerical work.
You will be responsible for setting up and driving your own independent research program, by generating funding, and supervising/coaching students at the bachelor/master/PhD level. As an Assistant Professor you are expected to participate in and contribute to the development of the Applied Physics bachelor’s and master’s teaching programs. At the same time, you will benefit from the resources and collaborative environment of a larger research unit and an open, collegial department. You will contribute to the success of the research group, department, and associated institutes by initiating new internal and external collaborations and proactive participation. Female candidates are explicitly invited to apply.
We offer an appointment as Assistant Professor, with a career perspective that ranges up to Associate or full Professor in due time. If you have a more senior profile, a tailor-made career proposal will be considered.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Independent, motivated researcher, with a PhD in (applied) physics, chemistry, chemical or electrical engineering, or another relevant field of science and preferably at least 2 years of experience as post-PhD researcher.
• 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 and lead in an interdisciplinary team.
• Effective communication and leadership skills, including coaching and mentoring of students and staff, leading a project or chairing a group.
• Experience in acquiring external research funding from (inter)national funding bodies, or industry is an asset.
• Excellent (written and verbal) proficiency in English.

ABOUT US

Eindhoven University of Technology is an internationally top-ranking university in the Netherlands that combines scientific curiosity with a hands-on attitude. Our spirit of collaboration translates into an open culture and a top-five position in collaborating with advanced industries. Fundamental knowledge enables us to design solutions for the highly complex problems of today and tomorrow.

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