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Job description
As an Associate Professor, you will take scientific leadership in experimental aerodynamics, preferably including aeroacoustics, and further strengthen the wind-tunnel-based research line within TFE, including the transition towards new experimental infrastructure. You will play a key role in strengthening our wind-tunnel-based research and research infrastructure, and in shaping the future vision for experimental aerodynamic and aeronautics research within TFE. You will contribute to fostering a link between experimental and theoretical (CFD) research. You will establish and lead a research team, working closely with your colleagues. You will actively acquire and carry out research projects with academic and industrial partners, supervise PhD candidates, MSc students and junior staff. You will contribute to teaching courses and projects in the BSc and MSc programmes, particularly regarding the experimental fluid dynamics and aerodynamics aspects, thereby contributing to the education of the engineers of the future.
Your profile
You have:
A PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a closely related field;
A strong background in experimental fluid dynamics, preferably including wind tunnel testing, aerodynamic measurements, and/or aeroacoustics;
A proven research record, evidenced by high-quality publications;
Proven experience in obtaining external research funding and leading research projects;
Experience in supervising PhD candidates and mentoring junior researchers;
A strong affinity for teaching, with the ability to inspire and empower students in both BSc and MSc programmes, and a genuine commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment in which students can reach their full potential;
Excellent communication skills in English (knowledge of Dutch or willingness to learn Dutch is an advantage);
Demonstrated academic leadership skills, with the ability to build and lead a research team and to contribute to the strategic development of experimental facilities;
A University Teaching Qualification (UTQ), or the willingness to obtain this within two years.
Our offer
We offer a full-time permanent position (1.0 FTE) at the level of Associate Professor (UHD), within the Dutch Collective Labour Agreement for Universities (CAO-NU).
Gross monthly salary between € 6.512,- and € 8.673,- depending on experience;
8% holiday allowance and 8.3% end-of-year bonus;
A solid pension scheme;
Excellent facilities for research, professional, and personal development;
Free access to sports facilities on campus;
The University of Twente is a family-friendly organisation that supports work–life balance and offers parental leave (both paid and unpaid).
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