Lecturer Applied Mathematics and Statistics

 

Biometris is the central group for mathematics and statistics at Wageningen University and Research Centre. The group consists of about 75 people, 50 permanent staff and 25 PhDs and postdocs. Education and consultation are pivotal to the societal role of Biometris. Education is at the very heart of the university and Biometris provides BSc courses on statistics, mathematics and research methodology at Wageningen UR, as well as numerous other courses for MSc and PhD students, post-docs and industry.  Biometris also provides statistical, mathematical and methodological consultancy and training to researchers inside and outside Wageningen UR.

Within Biometris we focus our research on the development of research methodology and on mathematical and statistical techniques that can be applied to the Life Sciences. Consequently, our research is done in collaboration with other research groups both in and outside Wageningen. In this way, we contribute to the scientific and societal impact of Wageningen UR.

Our research focusses on the themes of Statistical Genetics and Genomics, Applied Mathematics for the Life Sciences, Food and Health Risk Assessment, Methodology for Interdisciplinary Research, and Big Data in Life Sciences. Our capital lies in the expertise of our employees. We therefore strive to keep our employees motivated and scientifically up-to-date and offer ample opportunities for personal development.

For general information, see: www.biometris.wur.nl

Within Biometris we have a vacancy for an lecturer in Applied Mathematics and Statistics. We search an enthusiastic, skillful, and stimulating lecturer and coach in working groups and computer practicals. Your primary task will be lecturing basic and  advanced mathematics and statistics to students from all disciplines of Wageningen University. You contribute to teaching and examining existing courses at bachelor’s, master’s and PhD level. In addition, you are expected to contribute to course evaluations and modifications, possibly leading to improvement and/or renewal of courses, in collaboration with colleagues within Biometris. The context of your work is highly international.

We ask

The ideal candidate

• has completed a Master in the area of mathematics and/or statistics, preferable with a PhD with possible publications in the area of applied mathematics, data analysis and/or statistics
• is an enthusiastic lecturer, who likes to teach statistics and mathematics to (international) students in a broad range of disciplines
• is a team-player who appreciates an international working and learning environment
• has good communication skills, both with students and colleagues.
• is fluent in English and Dutch.

We offer

Wageningen University & Research offers excellent terms of employment. A few highlights from our Collective Labour Agreement include:

• sabbatical leave, study leave, and paid parental leave;
• working hours that can be discussed and arranged so that they allow for the best possible work-life balance;
• the option to accrue additional holiday hours by working more, up to 40 hours per week;
• there is a strong focus on vitality and you can make use of the sports facilities available on campus for a small fee;
• a fixed December bonus of 8.3%;
• excellent pension scheme.

We offer a creative and inspiring working environment, with opportunities for self-development in the many aspects of mathematic and statistics covered by Biometris. Initially, the employment is temporary for a period of one year.
This is a part time position (0.8 FTE), lecturer Hayscale  4 or 3. The gross salary ranges from €2.790,-  to € 5.127,- (Scale 10 to 11 VSNU) based on full time, i.e. 38 hours/week, depending on qualities and experience. We offer a holiday allowance of 8% and an end-of-the-year bonus of 8.3% of your annual salary.

Wageningen University & Research encourages internal advancement opportunities and mobility with an internal recruitment policy. There are plenty of options for personal initiative in a learning environment, and we provide excellent training opportunities. We are offering a unique position in an international environment with a pleasant and open working atmosphere.

You are going to work at the greenest and most innovative campus in Holland, and at a university that has been chosen as the “Best University” in the Netherlands for the 16th consecutive time.

Coming from abroad
Wageningen University & Research is the university and research centre for life sciences. The themes we deal with are relevant to everyone around the world and Wageningen, therefore, has a large international community and a lot to offer to international employees. Applicants from abroad moving to the Netherlands may qualify for a special tax relief, known as the 30% ruling. Our team of advisors on Dutch immigration procedures will help you with the visa application procedures for yourself and, if applicable, for your family.

Feeling welcome also has everything to do with being well informed. Wageningen University & Research's International Community page contains practical information about what we can do to support international employees and students coming to Wageningen. Furthermore, we can assist you with any additional advice and information about helping your partner to find a job, housing, schooling, and other issues.

More information

For more information about this position, please contact Peter van Heijster (peter.vanheijster@wur.nl) or Saskia Burgers (+31 317 480802, saskia.burgers@wur.nl)
For more information about the contractual aspects, please contact Esther Bremer (HR-advisor, +31 317 485854, esther.bremer@wur.nl).

You can apply up and including the 15th of November.
Don't email directly to the people mentioned above but use the website to apply.

Do you want to apply?
You can apply directly using the apply button on the vacancy page on our website which will allow us to process your personal information with your approval.

You can apply up and including the 15th of November.
Don't email directly to the people mentioned above but use the website to apply.

Equal opportunities
Wageningen University & Research (WUR) employs a large number of people with very different backgrounds and qualities, who inspire and motivate each other. We want every talent to feel at home in our organisation and be offered the same career opportunities. We therefore especially welcome applications from people who are underrepresented at WUR. For more information please go to our inclusivity page. A good example of how WUR deals with inclusiveness can be read on the page working at WUR with a functional impairment.

We are

Wageningen University & Research
The mission of Wageningen University and Research is “To explore the potential of nature to improve the quality of life”. Under the banner Wageningen University & Research, Wageningen University and the specialised research institutes of the Wageningen Research Foundation have joined forces in contributing to finding solutions to important questions in the domain of healthy food and living environment.

With its roughly 30 branches, 6.800 employees and 12.900 students, Wageningen University & Research is one of the leading organisations in its domain. An integrated approach to problems and the cooperation between various disciplines are at the heart of Wageningen’s unique approach. WUR has been named Best Employer in the Education category for 2019-2020.

Read the 5 reasons why your future collaegues enjoy working at WUR and watch this video to get an idea of our green campus!

We will recruit for the vacancy ourselves, so no employment agencies please. However, sharing in your network is appreciated.

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