Full Professor and Chair of the Human and Animal Physiology Group Wageningen • Wageningen University & Research

Wageningen University & Research (WUR) is recruiting a full professor to lead the Human and Animal Physiology (HAP) chair group, part of the Animal Science Group of Wageningen University & Research (WUR).

The Human and Animal Physiology (HAP) chair group conducts cutting-edge physiological and molecular physiological research to advance fundamental and mechanistic understanding of energy and substrate metabolism, as well as mitochondrial function, in both health and disease. Our work focuses on humans and animals, with the ultimate goal of improving health and quality of life. We generate our results through experimental research conducted in humans, model animals (including invertebrates), organs, tissues, and cells. This research integrates state-of-the-art physiological, functional, computational, biomolecular, and bioanalytical tools. Our teaching covers both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, offering courses in mammalian physiology, biomolecular physiology, morpho-functional physiology, and experimental research across a broad range of academic disciplines. We aim to educate highly skilled academic professionals ready to tackle societal health challenges.

The position of chair of the Human and Animal Physiology group offers you the opportunity to shape and expend your own research lines in synergy with the group’s scientific focus, while also developing your academic leadership profile. In this role, you will share responsibility for the academic and operational management of the group. Your responsibilities will include setting the research strategy, guiding a diverse team of scientists, lecturers, and support staff, and further strengthening the group’s national and international standing. In addition, you will contribute to high-quality education at the BSc, MSc, and PhD levels and help drive innovation in teaching, supporting WUR’s strong reputation in higher education.

More information on the group can be found on the website.

• You hold a PhD degree and have an internationally recognized scientific track record in the field of molecular human and animal physiology, in particular related to regulation of energy metabolism and mitochondrial functioning;
• you are familiar with biomolecular methodology, have affinity with a fundamental mechanistic scientific approach, and in vivo expertise in model animals and/or humans;
• you have a clear long-term plan for research, teaching, and group development that aligns with or complements the existing strengths of the Human and Animal Physiology group;
• you have experience in building and maintaining a broad (inter)national network across various sectors, including academic institutions, societal organizations, policy makers, and industry partners;
• You have a successful track record in securing research funding from a variety of sources;
• you are an experienced and inspiring teacher who enjoys engaging students in learning. You have supervised students from diverse backgrounds and contributed to curriculum innovation and the development of courses at Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD levels including the use of innovative teaching methods;
• you have proven experience in leading multidisciplinary teams. Your leadership style is empathic and inclusive – you actively listen, value the perspectives of others and foster a culture in which everyone feels heard and appreciated. You focus on professional development, team building and creating synergy within the group.

You will be working for an inspiring international organisation actively engaged in a large number of interdisciplinary projects all over the world. The scientific quality of Wageningen University & Research is affirmed by the prominent position we occupy in international rankings and citation indices.

We offer you a position as Full Professor and Chair of the Human and Animal Physiology group. Besides a competitive salary (maximum gross salary for starting chair holders is € 10.441,- per month), we offer a number of additional benefits, such as an end-of-year extra month’s salary, a holiday allowance and a pension plan with the Dutch pension fund for government and education. International candidates moving to the Netherlands may benefit from a special tax relief, by which a part of their salary is exempt from tax for several years.

Working hours can be discussed to optimize the work-life balance (32-38 hours per week).

Coming from abroad
We are a globally leading university in the 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.

The university’s highly qualified team of advisors on Dutch immigration procedures will help you with the visa application procedures for yourself and, if applicable, for your family. Furthermore, WUR offers a dual career programme for partners to assist your partner in finding a job or starting a business in the Netherlands. Furthermore, we assist you in finding schools for your children and advise you on finding housing in the region or elsewhere in the Netherlands. The Wageningen University & Research (WUR) International Community page contains practical information about what we do to support international employees and students coming to Wageningen.

Further information about the position can be acquired from Prof. dr. Han Zuilhof, chair of the Appointment Advisory Committee (AAC). Email: via de button "Solliciteer nu" op deze pagina.

For more information about the procedure you can contact Emma van Dijk, Secretary of the Appointment Advisory Committee (AAC). Email: via de button "Solliciteer nu" op deze pagina.

Application
You are invited to address your application to Emma van Dijk and upload it via our website. The application should include (as pdf documents):

• An application letter with curriculum vitae
• A separate list of publications
• Your vision on research and education in the domain of the chair (Max 2 pages).
• A statement on your leadership style and experience (Max 2 pages).

The mission of Wageningen University & Research is ‘To explore the potential of nature to improve the quality of life’.

We pursue this mission through a synergistic approach between Wageningen University and Wageningen Research Foundation (applied research). Our research focuses on questions within the domains of food, living environment, and society. With approximately 30 locations, 7,700 staff members, 2,500 PhD candidates, and over 13,000 students, Wageningen University & Research is among the world’s leading knowledge institutions in its domain. The integral approach to challenges and the collaboration across various disciplines form the core of the unique Wageningen approach.
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We will recruit for the vacancy ourselves and do not appreciate unasked for services from recruitment agencies. However, sharing in your network is appreciated