Assistant Professor in Computer Science (5 posts)

Welcome to Maastricht University!

Do you want to educate/shape the next generation of computer scientists? At the Faculty of Science and Engineering (FSE) at Maastricht University, we are investing in the next phase of our Bachelor's programme in Computer Science. We are looking for five Assistant Professors who are willing to contribute to the development of a young programme in which educational quality, programme coherence, and student experience are strategic priorities, while maintaining and developing their research line within the Department of Advanced Computing Sciences (DACS).

The Bachelor's programme in Computer Science is a young and ambitious programme with strong foundations and clear potential for further growth. Over the coming years, we want to take the programme to the next level: by strengthening core teaching, improving project-centred learning, broadening the elective portfolio, and creating a learning environment in which students feel challenged, supported, and proud to belong.

To achieve this, we are looking for five new colleagues who bring both strong academic expertise and a genuine commitment to education. As our new assistant professor you are able to contribute to teaching from day one and you care about curriculum development and student learning. At the same time you also want to connect strong research expertise to high-quality teaching, and build your academic profile within a strong and interdisciplinary computing department.

Our ideal candidate has expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Computer systems
• High-performance computing
• Programming languages
• AI for programming and software engineering
• Post-quantum security
• Embedded systems

What you do

• Teach and coordinate courses, skills training, tutorials, and project-centred learning activities in the Bachelor's programme in Computer Science
• Help improve curriculum alignment, student guidance, and the overall quality of the programme
• Develop and maintain an active research line within your field of expertise
• Contribute to the research activities, collaborations, and scholarly profile of DACS

What you bring

Do you recognise yourself in the following?

• You have a PhD in Computer Science or a closely related field
• You have clear expertise and a strong track record in at least one of the following areas: computer systems, high-performance computing, programming languages, AI for programming and software engineering, post-quantum security, or embedded systems
• You have a genuine passion for education and a proven track record in teaching in higher education
• You have an active research profile, or clear potential to develop one further, in a field relevant to one of the vacancy profiles
• You are motivated to connect your research to education
• You have an excellent command of English and thrive in an international academic setting
• You have interest in interdisciplinary collaboration and in acquiring competitive research funding

What we offer

At Maastricht University, you'll work in an international, open, and engaged environment. We offer:

• An 18-month contract (1,0 fte) with the prospect of a permanent contract based on mutual satisfaction.
• A gross monthly salary between €4728,00 and €7297,00 (based on full-time employment of 38 hours per week). 8% holiday allowance and an 8.3% year-end bonus.
• 29 vacation days (based on full-time), four additional days off (Carnival Monday and Tuesday, Good Friday, and Liberation Day), and the possibility to accrue up to 12 extra days through compensation hours.
• Flexible working hours, a home office allowance, and the option to work from home.
• Freedom and space to shape your work independently and develop your ideas.
• A close-knit community of colleagues to collaborate and grow with.
• A solid pension plan via ABP, company fitness schemes, and access to various university sports facilities.
• An inspiring work environment in the heart of Europe.

Faculty of Science and Engineering

At the Faculty of Science and Engineering (FSE), we focus on themes such as circularity and sustainability, future farming, digitisation and (scientific) instrument development. FSE's leading projects, like the Einstein Telescope Pathfinder, are sure to grab anyone's attention. The faculty is a vibrant hub of education and research in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS). At FSE, over 450 staff members and 3700 students gather to explore exciting interdisciplinary research and educational programmes. Feel welcome, be part of our team and put your brilliant mind to work!

FSE at the Brightlands Campuses

Maastricht, Sittard-Geleen, Heerlen, and Venlo, the home of four creative Brightlands campuses, are bustling with 30,000 entrepreneurs, researchers, and students working diligently to solve global challenges. The Faculty of Science and Engineering is active on all four Brightlands campuses, and this is where our impact reaches its peak. To give you an idea of what is happening at each campus: Sittard-Geleen is home to the largest chemical site in the Euregion, while Venlo is a large hub for agri-food innovation. Maastricht is the site of the Health Campus, and Heerlen is the place to be for Smart Services.

About the Department of Advanced Computing Sciences

The Department of Advanced Computing Sciences (DACS) is Maastricht University's largest and oldest department. Its roots trace back to 1987. Today, DACS broadly covers the fields of artificial intelligence, data science, computer science, applied mathematics, and robotics, and brings together a vibrant academic community in which more than 100 researchers work and study. The department's staff teaches approximately 1.350 bachelor's and master's students in 4 specialized study programmes. Click here for more information.

Interested?

Want to know more about this position or what it's like to work at our university? Reach out to Prof. Mark Winands at m.winands@maastrichtuniversity.nl.

Applying?

Or are you already convinced and ready to become our new Assistant Professor? Apply now, no later than August 16, 2026, for this position.

Please send in the following documents (via the 'Apply' button above):

• Teaching statement
• Research statement
• CV
• List of publications
• Contact information (names, e-mail addresses, and phone number) of two persons willing to provide references

Apply now via the button above. We look forward to getting to know you!

About Maastricht University

At Maastricht University, we collaboratively seek solutions to help move the world forward. We do this with 23,300 students and 5,400 employees across 5 regional locations, 6 faculties, and more than 70 research institutes. We encourage you to push boundaries and discover new opportunities for yourself and the world around you. Together, we can find the answers for tomorrow.

The vacancy is open for internal and external candidates. In case of equal qualifications, internal candidates will be prioritized.

At Maastricht University, we prefer to contact potential candidates directly. We therefore kindly ask that no agencies or intermediaries submit offers or approaches.

Maastricht University is committed to promoting and nurturing a diverse and inclusive community. We believe that diversity in our staff and student population contributes to the quality of research and education at UM, and strive to enable this through inclusive policies and innovative projects led by teams of staff and students. We encourage you to apply for this position.