Assistant professor in Wearable Technologies

at  Maastricht University

Are you eager to create sophisticated wearable technologies and to use these technologies to transform the way we work and live? Are you passionate about creating AI-powered wearable devices enabling smart embedded sensing solutions or intelligent human-computer and human-robot interfaces? Then you should consider joining our Department of Advanced Computing Sciences.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Department of Advanced Computing Systems (DACS) at Maastricht University is looking for a new colleague supporting our cutting-edge research in artificial intelligence, embedded systems, human-computer and human-robot interfaces. AI-powered wearable technologies such as wearable sensors, smart glasses (e.g. for extended reality), and wearable robots play a central role in addressing urgent societal challenges in areas such as smart manufacturing, logistics, agriculture and healthcare. To strengthen our research initiatives in these areas, we are looking for a team player. As an assistant professor, you will also be active in acquiring research funding and in supporting fellow junior researchers.
In addition to your research, you will contribute to our top-rated education. Our department offers two bachelor programs and two master programs in the fields of AI, Data Science, and Computer Science. You will be spending about 50% of your time on research and 50% on education. As a member of our team you will operate at Maastricht University in Maastricht and at the Brightlands Smart Service Campus in Heerlen.

REQUIREMENTS

We are looking for a colleague who is passionate about research and who enjoys teaching. You feel at home in a strongly international and diverse community like ours. Furthermore, we are looking to welcome a colleague who fosters collaboration at all levels.

Our ideal candidate has:

• A PhD degree in Wearable Technologies, Immersive Technologies, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a strongly related field;
• Preferably at least 2 years working experience in an academic environment post-PhD;
• Effective communication skills in English;
• Experience with funding acquisition at national and European level.

MAASTRICHT UNIVERSITY

Why work at Maastricht University?
At Maastricht University (UM), everything revolves around the future. The future of our students, as we work to equip them with a solid, broad-based foundation for the rest of their lives. And the future of society, as we seek solutions through our research to issues from all around the world. Our six faculties combined provide a comprehensive package of study programmes and research.
In our teaching, we use the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) method. Students work in small groups, looking for solutions to problems themselves. By discussing issues and working together to draw conclusions, formulate answers and present them to their peers, students develop essential skills for their future careers.
With over 22,300 students and more than 5,000 employees from all over the world, UM is home to a vibrant and inspiring international community.
Are you drawn to an international setting focused on education, science and scholarship? Are you keen to contribute however your skills and qualities allow? Our door is open to you! As a young European university, we value your talent and look forward to creating the future together.

Please refer the Job description for details