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Would you like to lead the direction of the research line Sustainable Textiles in the internationally renowned research group Sustainable & Functional Textiles? Will you ensure that our applied research has an impact on the network of (regional, national, and international) circular textile partners? Then Saxion would love to get in touch with you.

You will coordinate the research line Sustainable Textiles within the research group Sustainable & Functional Textiles. Together with the research group leader dr. Jens Oelerich and the deverse team of experts, you will develop an innovative research portfolio, tailored to the issues faced by regional and (inter)national businesses, the international academic network, and society as a whole. The focus will be on generating impact as envisioned by the UN's Sustainable Development Goals.
You will manage and strengthen the already impressive internationally recognized network through strategic relationships and collaborations with partners from the textile industry, governments, trade, and branche organizations.

You will proactively work on knowledge creation and the dissemination of research results through publications, seminars, prototypes, and in education.

At Saxion we explore future developments, look beyond our borders and disciplines and drive innovation. By doing this together we contribute to a smarter, safer and more sustainable world. We question how significant technological innovations are and how they can contribute to humanity, society and our planet. We teach our students to look at social issues from a broad perspective and to come up with practical solutions.

School of Creative Technology (ACT)
As Associate Professor at Saxion, you will work within the Sustainable & Functional Textiles research group which provide education and research for the Fashion and Textile Technologies and the master's program in Innovative Textile Development. This team is part of the School of Creative Technology (ACT). ACT is continuously working on finding the right balance between creativity and technology to prepare students for their future in a dynamic work environment.

Working at Saxion means working on inspiring, future-oriented education and research. You will fulfil an exciting position, working independently in a dynamic, socially relevant organisation that matters. The position provides you with plenty of opportunities to take initiative and develop.

We also offer the following:

• The following salary scale: scale 13: min € 5,745 / max € 6,997 (cao-hbo) working on a full-time basis.
• 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% year-end bonus.
• You will receive a temporary contract, with the possibility of extension.
• A generous leave policy. For example: if you work full-time and have opted for a 40-hour week you can take 428 hours of leave annually. This means you will have 53.5 holiday leave days, including statutory holiday days and public holidays.
• Personal development: follow an inspirational webinar, workshop or training course at our internal Saxion Academy, do a career check or explore the possibilities of taking a master's degree or PhD programme or professional doctorate.
• The Saxion Hybrid Working Package
• A comprehensive retirement plan. See the cao-hbo for more information.
• 100% allowance for travel by public transport and tax benefits on the purchase of a bicycle.

Would you like to find out more about our terms of employment? Check out our webpage.

We seek a professional who fits the job profile below. Does this sound like you? Then this job is ideal for you

• A postgraduate academic degree (PhD or similar) or comparable relevant workexperience, preferably in a subjects such as textile technology, chemistry, or environmental science with proven (applied) research experience, for example, from an industrial or academic research environment.
• Driven by new technological developments and the belief that multidisciplinary collaboration leads to innovation to help in the transition to a circular textile economy.
• Strong communication and networking skills with demonstrated experience in connecting academic, industrial, and societal stakeholders.
• Coordination and project management qualities. Strong ability to oversee large projects and build research programs.
• Connector of research and education, skilled in inspiring students and teachers for applied research and willingness to contribute to our study programs Fashion & Textile Technologies and Innovative Textile Development.
  

Feeling enthusiastic? Then apply directly for the position of Associate Professor Sustainable Textiles using this application form.

If you have any questions about this position, Then please contact Jens Oelerich, at
Saxion strives to be a diverse and inclusive organisation. Feel free to apply.

For your diary:

• Applications close on June 30, 2024.
• The first job interview is a brief (possibly online) introduction taking place on July 8, 2024
• The second job interview is on Juli 10, 2024
• Lastly we hold the employment conditions interview.

Please note that this vacancy is open to both internal and external candidates. In the event of candidates with equal merit, internal candidates will be given priority.

Acquisition from employment agencies, based on this vacancy, is not appreciated.