Assistant Professor in Sociology

13 Mar 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Tilburg University

Research Field

Cultural studies

Researcher Profile

Leading Researcher (R4)
Established Researcher (R3)

Country

Netherlands

Application Deadline

12 Apr 2024 – 21:59 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Not Applicable

Hours Per Week

40.0

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Become valuable to Tilburg University!

To strengthen the Department of Sociology, we are seeking a colleague specializing in the sociology of work, for example in the areas of digitization and work, labor market flexibility, or new forms of inequality and changing labor relations. The candidate will have, preferably, a demonstrated experience in qualitative research. The candidate for this position will be expected to actively contribute to and invest in the research program of the SSH Theme “Social Inequality and Diversity” (for more information on the sector plans in general and for Tilburg University, see: https://sshraad.nl/en/ ). The focus here lies in studying the impact of major social transformations (e.g., diversity in families, aging, aesthetic capital, digitalization, AI) on development of inequality and diversity, as well as examining mechanisms of inclusion and exclusion at the intersections of  labor, family, health, and technology. In doing so, the focus is on interdisciplinary collaboration and the creation of socially relevant impact, ideally  in collaboration with (local) social partners.  

Your responsibilities
The main tasks will include:

• To pursue research-led impact to relevant professional and societal audiences.
• To teach in courses and supervise BSc- and MSc theses that are part of the department’s educational programs and offers.
• To prepare or participate in the writing of grant applications.
• To perform a limited number of administrative or management tasks (e.g. course coordination, participation in taskforces, membership program committee).

Requirements
Specific Requirements

Tilburg University seeks scientists with knowledge, skills, and character. We are curious about your contribution. We think you should have the following qualities for this position: 

• A PhD (or the prospect of a PhD before August 2024) in sociology or a related social science field specializing in the sociology of work;
• Proven experience in qualitative research, visible through publications either in international high-quality scientific journals or an ambitious pipeline of (submitted) papers and contributions to academic conferences;
• Eager to contribute to the research program of the SSH  Theme ‘Social Inequality and Diversity’;
• Is a passionate researcher and teacher;
• Has the ability to obtain research grants and manage projects;
• Experience and affinity for teaching sociology and is immediately broadly employable in teaching from end of August 2024;
• Has a social focus and motivation to create impact through research and teaching;
• Team spirit: you feel part of a team and express this through collaboration, sharing knowledge and experiences, and contributing to an open and inclusive work atmosphere in an international working environment;
• Acquiring the Basic University Teaching Qualification (UTQ) of Tilburg University, if a similar qualification was not obtained already;
• Personal leadership: you are able to take responsibility for your work and career;
• Proficiency in English is mandatory (CEFR : C2 level). If not proficient in Dutch, candidates should be willing to learn Dutch after receiving tenure at Tilburg University.

Increasing your value
With us, you will find everything you need to maximize your potential and development. We offer excellent facilities and support for research, education, and making societal impact. In all three of these areas, we “recognize and reward” you in line with national university aspirations. With great opportunities such as obtaining a senior teaching qualification, collaborating in an academic collaborative center, or participating in our Connected Leading program. We attach great importance to team spirit and have a clear, shared vision of (personal) leadership (Connected Leading). Developing qualities such as self-reflection, dialogue, and transparency are central to this. Read more about careers at Tilburg University and personal development here . 

Additional Information
Benefits

Your valuable contribution will be rewarded with attractive benefits  and sufficient attention to work-life balance. Our offer includes:

• A position based on 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week).
• This is a vacancy for a structural position in accordance with Article 2.3, paragraph 1 of the CLA for Dutch Universities and concerns a temporary employment contract with a perspective for permanent employment. You will initially receive a temporary employment contract for the duration of 12 (internal candidates) or 18 months (external candidates), with a perspective for permanent employment (assistant, associate, or full professor).
• A salary ranging from a minimum of €4.332- to a maximum of €5.929 gross per month for full time employment, based on UFO profile Assistant Professor and salary scale 11 of the Collective Labor Agreement for Dutch Universities.

In addition to your monthly salary, you will receive 41 vacation days (for a 40-hour work week), a holiday allowance (8%), and a year-end bonus (8.3%). We reimburse the full cost of sustainable commuting: walking, cycling, or public transportation. We have a moving expenses scheme that makes it attractive to live close to the university. You will be enrolled in the ABP pension fund through us. Our Options Model allows you to choose from a variety of facilities at a tax advantage. You can work in a hybrid manner: on campus and, for a reimbursement, from home. Researchers from outside the Netherlands may qualify for a tax-free allowance of 30% of their taxable salary if they meet the relevant conditions. The university applies for this allowance on their behalf.

Your work environment
You will work in a pleasant working environment; a green campus with plenty of facilities. At a leading, entrepreneurial, and innovative university in the humanities and social sciences. The university employs 2,400 staff members and hosts 20,000 students of some 100 different nationalities. For nearly a century, this organization has worked together with a tradition aimed at contributing to society. We strive to be a community where differences in age, gender, orientation, and cultural and religious backgrounds are valued, with equal opportunities for colleagues and students and where, moreover, all decisions take into account the importance of preserving the earth for future generations. Read more about the university here .

Selection process

The first round of interviews will take place in the second half of April 2024.
The selection committee consists of:

• Dr. Tim Reeskens, Associate Professor at the department of Sociology
• Dr. Caroline Dewilde, Associate Professor at the department of Sociology
• Dr. Mine Kühn, Assistant Professor at the department of Sociology

Additional comments

Would you like to join us with your valuable input? Then apply online before April 12, 2024. Address your motivation letter to Associate Professor Dr. Tim Reeskens  and include a curriculum vitae, research statement, teaching statement, and a writing example. 

For more information about this position, please email Associate Professor Dr. Tim Reeskens ([email protected] ).

Website for additional job details

https://www.academictransfer.com/338918/

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Tilburg University

Country

Netherlands

City

Tilburg

Postal Code

5037 AB

Street

Warandelaan 2

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://www.academictransfer.com/en/338918/assistant-professor-in-sociology/app…

Contact

City

Tilburg

Website

http://www.uvt.nl/

Street

Warandelaan 2

Postal Code

5037 AB

STATUS: EXPIRED