Assistant Professor Scalable & Consistent Systems for Interactive Worlds (S

at  Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

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• Nieuwe Universiteitsgebouw (NU)

• Amsterdam
• 0.8 / 1
• Faculty of Science
• Assistant Professor
• MSc
• Closes on20-02-2025
• Publishing date23-01-2025
  Are you passionate about shaping the future of technology? An excellent, ambitious, collaborative Computer Science researcher? Aligned with this role? Then we at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam would like to get to know you, equal-opportunity.

REQUIREMENTS

• You have a Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or similar area when hired
• You have a very good publication track record, and have published in top conferences and journals as the lead (conceptual) author
• You have experience with the main methodological approaches in computer systems and networking, e.g., creating and analysing abstractions, designing systems and system-level techniques, designing and conducting experiments, analysing experimental results
• The following give a plus on the scientific side: (i) experience with defining and leading high-quality peer-reviewed publications; (ii) experience with popular interactive virtual worlds and/or metaverses; (iii) experience with emerging hardware platforms for expanding the user experience in interactive virtual worlds and/or metaverses, such as VR, AR, XR.
• You have professional accreditation in education at academic level, or willingness to acquire one within one year of hiring
• You have proven ability to design and coordinate large-scale courses in the computer systems and networking area, at BSc and/or MSc programs level
• You have proven supervision of BSc and MSc students conducting their thesis-project research
• The following give a plus on the education side: (i) supervision with high quality results (e.g., high grades, student awards, peer-reviewed publications); (ii) ability to run large-enrolment courses and provide high-volume supervision of individual projects; (iii) experience with modern education techniques; (iv) experience supervising Ph.D. projects
• Experience with grant writing, acquisition, and related project management and supervision, or good prospects toward these within six months after hiring
• The following give a plus on the valorization/societal impact side: (i) published and managed open science artefacts, software and/or data, etc.; (ii) You have published and managed open education artefacts, open-access slides, lecture notes, etc.
• You have good interpersonal communication skills
• You have an excellent command of the English language
• The following give a plus on the organization/leadership side: (i) broad international network or clear plans to develop one within a year of hiring; (ii) broad national and/or international experience, commensurate with the academic age, as also indicated by invitation to events such as Dagstuhl Seminars, selection for community service, etc.
  As a university, we strive for equal opportunities for all, recognising that diversity takes many forms. We believe that diversity in all its complexity is invaluable for the quality of our teaching, research and service. We are always looking for talent with diverse backgrounds and experiences. This also means that we are committed to creating an inclusive community so that we can use diversity as an asset.
  We realise that each individual brings a unique set of skills, expertise and mindset. Therefore we are happy to invite anyone who recognises themselves in the profile to apply, even if you do not meet all the requirements.

REQUIREMENTS

• You have a Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or similar area when hired
• You have a very good publication track record, and have published in top conferences and journals as the lead (conceptual) author
• You have experience with the main methodological approaches in computer systems and networking, e.g., creating and analysing abstractions, designing systems and system-level techniques, designing and conducting experiments, analysing experimental results
• The following give a plus on the scientific side: (i) experience with defining and leading high-quality peer-reviewed publications; (ii) experience with popular interactive virtual worlds and/or metaverses; (iii) experience with emerging hardware platforms for expanding the user experience in interactive virtual worlds and/or metaverses, such as VR, AR, XR.
• You have professional accreditation in education at academic level, or willingness to acquire one within one year of hiring
• You have proven ability to design and coordinate large-scale courses in the computer systems and networking area, at BSc and/or MSc programs level
• You have proven supervision of BSc and MSc students conducting their thesis-project research
• The following give a plus on the education side: (i) supervision with high quality results (e.g., high grades, student awards, peer-reviewed publications); (ii) ability to run large-enrolment courses and provide high-volume supervision of individual projects; (iii) experience with modern education techniques; (iv) experience supervising Ph.D. projects
• Experience with grant writing, acquisition, and related project management and supervision, or good prospects toward these within six months after hiring
• The following give a plus on the valorization/societal impact side: (i) published and managed open science artefacts, software and/or data, etc.; (ii) You have published and managed open education artefacts, open-access slides, lecture notes, etc.
• You have good interpersonal communication skills
• You have an excellent command of the English language
• The following give a plus on the organization/leadership side: (i) broad international network or clear plans to develop one within a year of hiring; (ii) broad national and/or international experience, commensurate with the academic age, as also indicated by invitation to events such as Dagstuhl Seminars, selection for community service, etc.
  As a university, we strive for equal opportunities for all, recognising that diversity takes many forms. We believe that diversity in all its complexity is invaluable for the quality of our teaching, research and service. We are always looking for talent with diverse backgrounds and experiences. This also means that we are committed to creating an inclusive community so that we can use diversity as an asset.
  We realise that each individual brings a unique set of skills, expertise and mindset. Therefore we are happy to invite anyone who recognises themselves in the profile to apply, even if you do not meet all the requirements.

YOUR DUTIES

The tenure track position starts at the level of assistant professor in the areas of research, education, and management (20-50%, 20-50%, 10-30%, respectively), and includes the following duties. In this role, you:

• Develop your own research line and profile your research around it, toward a high-quality and trustworthy international profile for yourself, the group, and the department
• Develop a visible education profile in the field, e.g., through public teaching materials, contributions to field textbooks
• Initiate, develop, plan, and teach courses in the BSc and MSc Computer Science curriculum, and supervise students
• Further improve your education/teaching skills, with support from the department and relevant courses, e.g., the Netherlands-wide University Teaching Qualification (UTQ) offered by the VU;
• Supervise students in the BSc and MSc tracks and/or honours programme, and you assist in the supervision of Ph.D. students and take responsibility for their daily supervision
• Acquire and contribute to externally funded research projects;
• Contribute to the management of the group and/or the department
• Collaborate with others in the research group, section, and department
• Establish a national and international collaboration network

YOUR DUTIES

The tenure track position starts at the level of assistant professor in the areas of research, education, and management (20-50%, 20-50%, 10-30%, respectively), and includes the following duties. In this role, you:

• Develop your own research line and profile your research around it, toward a high-quality and trustworthy international profile for yourself, the group, and the department
• Develop a visible education profile in the field, e.g., through public teaching materials, contributions to field textbooks
• Initiate, develop, plan, and teach courses in the BSc and MSc Computer Science curriculum, and supervise students
• Further improve your education/teaching skills, with support from the department and relevant courses, e.g., the Netherlands-wide University Teaching Qualification (UTQ) offered by the VU;
• Supervise students in the BSc and MSc tracks and/or honours programme, and you assist in the supervision of Ph.D. students and take responsibility for their daily supervision
• Acquire and contribute to externally funded research projects;
• Contribute to the management of the group and/or the department
• Collaborate with others in the research group, section, and department
• Establish a national and international collaboration network