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Associate Professor in Robotic Control and Manipulation
Saxion University of Applied Sciences
Salary
Base pay range: €6,461 – €8,020 (scale 13), full‑time. 8% holiday allowance, 8.3% year‑end bonus, temporary contract with possibility of extension, generous leave policy (≈53.5 days per year for 40‑hour week).
Responsibilities
- Lead the Control and Manipulation specialisation research line within the SMART Mechatronics and Robotics group.
- Guide development of group competencies and ensure financial soundness of the research line.
- Establish strong regional, national and international networks; promote research, acquire projects and exploit results in education, research and industry.
- Collaborate closely with (associate) professors, project managers, team leaders, researchers, and students to create new practical knowledge and build a unified, future‑oriented team.
- Align with other members of the Smart Mechatronics & Robotics research group and the School of Life Science, Engineering and Design.
Qualifications
- Doctoral degree and at least five years of experience in Robotics, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering; expertise in dynamic modelling, simulation of complex systems, advanced control of industrial manipulators, autonomous unmanned robotic systems and reinforcement learning.
- Strategic and analytical thinking, with ability to bridge market needs and scientific research, including active involvement in higher professional education.
- Experience building networks, acquiring R&D projects, mobilising teams, and ensuring effective exploitation of outcomes.
- Leadership style: inspiring coach, ambitious leader, results‑oriented team player, flexible, open and hospitable colleague.
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across disciplines and organisational levels.
Benefits
- Salary scale 13 (€6,461 – €8,020)
- 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% year‑end bonus
- Temporary contract with possibility of extension
- Comprehensive leave policy (53.5 days per year for 40‑hour week)
- Personal development opportunities via Saxion Academy
- Saxion Hybrid Working Package
- Comprehensive retirement plan (see cao‑hbo)
- 100% allowance for travel by public transport and tax benefits on bicycle purchase
Application Procedure
- Applications accepted until Wednesday 14‑01‑2026.
- First interview on Friday 23‑01‑2026 (10:00‑16:00).
- Optional second interview on Friday 30‑01‑2026 (09:00‑11:00).
- Employment conditions to be scheduled later.
How to Apply
Apply directly for the position of Associate Professor in Robotic Control and Manipulation using the application form. For questions, contact Abeje Y. Mersha – Professor of Smart Mechatronics and Robotics, phone (limited holiday access: 24 Dec 2025 – 02 Jan 2026).
Saxion strives to be a diverse and inclusive organisation. Feel free to apply.
VOG may be part of the application process.
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