[Netherland] PhD Fellowship for Female Scientist at Delft University of Technology

PhD Fellowship for Women Scientists at Delft University of Technology

Summary
Delft University of Technology aims to substantially increase the number of women scientists. To help speed things up, Delft Technology Fellowship offers a high profile, tenure-track position to the top women scientists in the field of research in which the Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) enabled.

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* Maximum of work: 38 hours (1 FTE)
* Duration of contract: 5 years beginning with the prospect of permanent employment
* Salary scale: € 3195 to € 8622



Description of work
Fellowship of Technology Delft offers a high profile, tenure-track positions for women scientists in the field of research in which the Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) enabled. As a fellow, you will be offered a unique opportunity to build its own research program of international reputation, including generous start-up funding. Five-year scholarships are awarded on a level, Assistant Associate or full Professor.

Delft University of Technology working on providing ground-breaking new insights and solutions to urgent social problems around the world. Thanks to top scientists and unique, large-scale technology research facilities, the university offers world-class multidisciplinary research and education.

Requirements
You are the pioneers of a highly talented and motivated holds a PhD in a relevant discipline, with the necessary ambition to become a full Professor. You have a drive for excellence that has been proven scientifically demonstrated, for example, by publication in the first level, the international scientific journal, the ability to compete for external research funding and an extensive international network. You have several years post-doctoral experience working in research groups in industry or academia, preferably including experience outside the Netherlands.

Depending on your experience level either are, or have the potential to develop into clear, an academic leader who guided and inspired the group. You have excellent communication and social skills, coaching leadership style and experience in supervising research projects. You are self-critical and able to align your personal ambition to become a member of inspiration from fellow first team level.

You have the educational experience and affinity for teaching, because you are expected to participate and contribute to the development of departmental teaching program `s. Please also see the performance criteria for academic staff at TU Delft.
The scholarship program is open to scientists not currently employed by TU Delft.

Working conditions
You will have the opportunity to take part in the program-track exciting developments. An informal mentoring scheme will be in place to help you familiarize yourself with the university and the Netherlands (research) environment. You will also be able to participate in university-wide recognition programs.

Depending on your experience level, as well as your academic position, you will be offered positions at the assistant, or full professor level. After a positive evaluation at the end (maximum) 5 years, you will be given ownership. Since that time, you will follow the usual career path for scientists at Delft University of Technology.

Salary of Assistant Professor is based on a scale of 11 or 12 (maximum € 4970 gross per month) with the initial grant fellowship € 100,000. Salary of Associate Professor is based on a scale of 13 or 14 (maximum € 5920 gross per month) with the initial grant fellowship € 200,000. Salary for a full professor is € 7.142 (based on scale H2) to € 8.622 (on a scale of H1) with the initial grant fellowship € 300,000.

TU Delft offers an attractive benefits package, including a flexible work week, free high speed Internet access from home, and assembly options customized compensation and benefits package (the 'IKA'). Salaries and benefits in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities.

TU Delft is preparing a career consulting services for your partner (if applicable) to help him / her find a suitable position in the Netherlands. Set specific standards for English language competence of teaching staff. If necessary, we will offer training to improve your skills in English.

Information and applications
For more information about the selection procedure, you may contact Ms. Mirjam Kleijweg in Fellowship@tudelft.nl or visit www.jobsindelft.com / fellowship
If you wish to apply for the fellowship, you are asked to submit your application before January 15, 2012, including the following:

* Cover letter including your motivation, interests departments and the desired position (the level of Assistant Professor, Associate or Full)
* CV including a statement of education, research and leadership as well as a detailed list of your publications and achievements
* The contact information of four references: e-mail and telephone
* Research proposal for the fellowship (4-5 pages, the format is not specified)

Please e-mail your application materials to Ms. Mirjam Kleijweg, Fellowship@tudelft.nl