Operationeel Procurement Analyst

Operationeel Procurement Analyst

• Ons doel: Binnen de afdeling Inkoop bouwen we aan een datagedreven en toekomstbestendige inkooporganisatie. We zorgen ervoor dat medewerkers binnen de zes faculteiten en zeven servicecentra eenvoudig, efficiënt en volgens de juiste afspraken producten en diensten kunnen inkopen. Door data slim te benutten verbeteren we continu onze processen en dienstverlening.
• Jouw collega's: Je maakt deel uit van een enthousiast en deskundig team van operationeel inkopers, tactisch inkopers/tenderspecialisten en een contractbeheerder. Samen ondersteunen jullie de hele universiteit. Je werkt dagelijks samen met collega's uit de faculteiten en servicecentra en krijgt volop ruimte om ideeën aan te dragen en verbeteringen in de praktijk te brengen.

Als Operationeel Procurement Analyst combineer je operationele inkoop met data-analyse en procesverbetering. Je zorgt ervoor dat inkoopaanvragen zorgvuldig worden verwerkt, maar kijkt vooral naar hoe het beter kan. Je analyseert gegevens, signaleert trends en knelpunten en vertaalt deze naar concrete verbeteringen voor de organisatie. Daarbij kijk je niet alleen naar interne processen, maar volg je ook ontwikkelingen binnen procurement, digitalisering en AI om de dienstverlening steeds verder te professionaliseren.

Wat jij doet

• Je verwerkt inkoopaanvragen en vertaalt deze naar correcte inkooporders in SAP Ariba.
• Je analyseert operationele inkoopdata, signaleert trends en brengt verbeterkansen in kaart.
• Je ontwikkelt rapportages en dashboards waarmee collega's inzicht krijgen in prestaties en processen.
• Je onderzoekt onder andere doorlooptijden, bestelgedrag, contractgebruik, leveranciersprestaties en spendgegevens.
• Je vertaalt analyses naar concrete voorstellen om processen slimmer, efficiënter en klantgerichter in te richten.
• Je volgt ontwikkelingen in de markt op het gebied van procurement, digitalisering en AI en onderzoekt hoe deze binnen de Universiteit Maastricht kunnen worden toegepast.
• Je werkt samen met collega's aan de implementatie van verbeteringen en ondersteunt de communicatie hierover.

Ben jij klaar om koers te zetten voor de komende jaren? Dan ontmoeten we je graag.

Wat jij meebrengt
Het gaat ons niet om vinkjes, maar om wie jij bent en wat jij meebrengt. Herken jij jezelf hierin?

• Je hebt een wo-master of hbo+ werk- en denkniveau, bijvoorbeeld in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Analytics, Technische Bedrijfskunde of een vergelijkbare richting.
• Je bent analytisch sterk en krijgt energie van het vertalen van data naar concrete verbeteringen. Je bent dus bedreven in gebruik van tools zoals Excel, Power BI, presentaties ed
• Je hebt affiniteit met procurement, supply chain of operationele bedrijfsprocessen.
• Je bent nieuwsgierig en volgt ontwikkelingen op het gebied van digitalisering, AI en procesoptimalisatie.
• Je beheerst de Nederlandse en Engelse taal goed, zowel mondeling als schriftelijk.

PhD Position in Multimodal Molecular Imaging and Multi-Omics for Biopharma

PhD Position in Multimodal Molecular Imaging and Multi-Omics for Biopharma

Our mission: The Maastricht MultiModal Molecular Imaging Institute (M4i) develops and applies innovative molecular imaging technologies that reveal biological processes across multiple spatial scales—from whole organs to individual cells and subcellular structures.

Within this project, you will develop novel multimodal imaging workflows that combine mass spectrometry imaging, multi-omics, digital pathology and artificial intelligence to understand how Antibody-Drug Conjugates distribute throughout the body and influence biological systems. Your research will contribute directly to the development of safer, more effective, and more precisely targeted therapies for patients.

Your team: You will join an internationally recognized multidisciplinary research environment where imaging scientists, analytical chemists, biologists, clinicians, computational scientists and biomedical researchers work together to advance molecular imaging.

The project is a close collaboration between Maastricht University and Servier, an international pharmaceutical company committed to developing innovative therapies in oncology. Throughout your PhD, you will spend a significant period working at the Servier research facilities in Saclay, France, providing a unique opportunity to gain experience in both academia and industry.

You will be supervised by Prof. Dr. Ron M.A. Heeren, Dr. Tim Hendriks and Dr. Pierre Barbier Saint Hilaire, internationally recognised experts in molecular imaging and translational biomedical research.

What you do
Antibody-Drug Conjugates (ADCs) combine the selectivity of monoclonal antibodies with highly potent cytotoxic compounds, offering enormous potential for targeted cancer treatment. However, understanding exactly where each component of an ADC travels within the body, and how this influences therapeutic efficacy and safety, remains a major scientific challenge.

In this PhD project, you will develop innovative workflows that visualize and quantify the biodistribution of all ADC components, including:

• Total ADC;
• Total antibody;
• Free payload.

Using state-of-the-art molecular imaging technologies, you will investigate these components across multiple biological scales—from whole organisms and organs to tissues, individual cells and subcellular structures. By integrating spatial molecular information with multi-omics data, digital pathology and artificial intelligence, your work will generate new insights into pharmacodynamics, efficacy biomarkers and toxicity mechanisms that cannot be obtained using conventional analytical methods.

As a PhD candidate, you will:

• develop innovative multimodal imaging workflows for studying Antibody-Drug Conjugates;
• perform experiments using advanced molecular imaging technologies, including MALDI Mass Spectrometry Imaging (MALDI-MSI), DESI-MSI, transmission-mode MALDI-MSI, Nanoscale SIMS, Laser MicroDissection (LMD) and high-resolution mass spectrometry;
• combine imaging datasets with multi-omics, digital pathology and AI-assisted image analysis to generate integrated biological insights;
• analyze the spatial distribution of ADCs, antibodies and payload molecules across multiple biological scales;
• identify pharmacodynamic, efficacy and safety biomarkers relevant to oncology drug development;
• process, analyze and interpret complex multimodal imaging datasets;
• collaborate closely with scientists at Maastricht University and Servier, both in Maastricht and Saclay;
• present your research at international conferences and publish your findings in leading peer-reviewed journals.

Are you ready to shape the future of molecular imaging and precision medicine? We'd love to meet you.

What you bring
At Maastricht University, we value curiosity, ambition and scientific creativity. Rather than ticking every box, we are looking for someone who enjoys tackling complex scientific questions in an interdisciplinary environment.

You recognize yourself in the following profile:

• A Master's degree in (Bio)Chemistry, Analytical Science and Technology, Biomedical Sciences or a related discipline.
• Hands-on laboratory experience involving biological systems.
• A strong interest in molecular imaging, analytical chemistry, and translational biomedical research.
• Affinity with mass spectrometry imaging, spatial biology or multi-omics technologies.
• Interest in computational image analysis, digital pathology and artificial intelligence.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work independently while thriving within an interdisciplinary international research team.
• Excellent written and spoken English (C1 level or higher).
• Experience with MALDI-MSI, DESI-MSI, ion beam technologies, Laser Capture MicroDissection, high-resolution mass spectrometry, biological sample preparation or data science is considered an advantage but is not essential.

Cloud DevOps Engineer

Cloud DevOps Engineer

• Ons doel: Cloud Foundation ontwikkelt en beheert het cloudfundament waarop de digitale dienstverlening van de Universiteit Maastricht is gebouwd. We zorgen ervoor dat onderzoekers, docenten en ondersteunende collega's veilig, betrouwbaar en efficiënt gebruik kunnen maken van Microsoft Azure. Door standaardisatie, automatisering en continue verbetering creëren we een toekomstbestendig platform waarop andere teams kunnen innoveren.
• Jouw collega's: Je wordt onderdeel van een klein, gespecialiseerd team waarin samenwerking, eigenaarschap en kennisdeling centraal staan. Samen met een Senior Cloud DevOps Engineer werk je aan de verdere ontwikkeling van onze Azure Platform Landing Zone. We werken volgens de Kanban-methodiek, hebben korte lijnen en geven elkaar veel ruimte om initiatief te nemen en verbeteringen door te voeren. De impact van je werk is direct zichtbaar binnen de hele universiteit.

Als Cloud DevOps Engineer speel je een belangrijke rol in de verdere ontwikkeling van het cloudplatform van de Universiteit Maastricht. Je vertaalt technische vraagstukken naar duurzame oplossingen en bouwt mee aan een veilige, schaalbare en geautomatiseerde cloudomgeving. Door jouw expertise kunnen ontwikkelteams efficiënt werken en beschikken onderzoekers, docenten en medewerkers over een betrouwbaar digitaal fundament.

Wat jij doet

• Je ontwikkelt, implementeert en beheert DevOps-oplossingen binnen de Azure-cloudomgeving.
• Je bouwt en optimaliseert samen met ontwikkelteams CI/CD-pijplijnen voor betrouwbare en efficiënte software-uitrol.
• Je beheert en ontwikkelt de Azure Platform Landing Zone en zorgt voor een toekomstbestendige cloudinfrastructuur.
• Je automatiseert infrastructuurdeployments en configuratiebeheer met onder andere Terraform en PowerShell.
• Je bewaakt de prestaties, beschikbaarheid, beveiliging en schaalbaarheid van de Azure-omgeving en voert waar nodig verbeteringen door.
• Je analyseert technische knelpunten en vertaalt deze naar structurele optimalisaties.
• Je werkt nauw samen met verschillende ICT-teams om technische oplossingen te realiseren die aansluiten op de behoeften van de organisatie.
• Je deelt actief kennis binnen het team en draagt bij aan de verdere ontwikkeling van werkwijzen, standaarden en best practices.

Ben jij klaar om koers te zetten voor de komende jaren? Dan ontmoeten we je graag.

Wat jij meebrengt

• Je hebt minimaal hbo werk- en denkniveau en ervaring als Cloud DevOps Engineer of in een vergelijkbare functie.
• Je beschikt over aantoonbare kennis van Microsoft Azure, waaronder networking, identity, storage en security.
• Je hebt ervaring met Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD en automatisering, bijvoorbeeld met Terraform, Git, GitHub Actions en PowerShell.
• Je bent analytisch, werkt gestructureerd en neemt eigenaarschap voor de kwaliteit en continuïteit van de cloudomgeving.
• Je bent leergierig, deelt graag kennis en werkt prettig samen met collega's uit verschillende disciplines. Certificeringen zoals AZ-104 of een vergelijkbare cloudcertificering zijn een pré, maar geen vereiste.

Assistant Professor - Internationalisation in Health Professions Education

Assistant Professor (UD) – Internationalization in Health Professions Education within SHE Collaborates / department of Educational Development & Research

Our goal: SHE Collaborates is the international collaboration office of the School of Health Professions Education (SHE). We work with universities and healthcare organisations worldwide to design, implement and evaluate educational innovations that strengthen health professions education.
Our projects focus on tailor made capacity development, long-term partnerships and evidence-informed educational change. Together with our international partners all over the world, we contribute to better healthcare by supporting the education of current and future healthcare professionals.

Your colleagues: You will join the Department of Educational Development & Research and work primarily within the multidisciplinary SHE Collaborates team.
Our colleagues bring together expertise in educational research, curriculum development, faculty development, project management and international collaboration. You will also work closely with researchers and educators across SHE, FHML and Maastricht University Medical Centre+ (MUMC+).
Together, we value curiosity, collaboration and continuous learning while working in an open and internationally oriented academic environment.

What you do
As an Assistant Professor, you will combine international consultancy, education and research.
Working closely with universities, medical schools and healthcare organisations around the world, you will support educational innovation through consultancy, faculty development and collaborative projects. At the same time, you will strengthen SHE's research portfolio by initiating research projects, acquiring external funding and supervising PhD candidates.
You will also contribute to the educational programmes of FHML by teaching and mentoring students in Bachelor's and Master's programmes.
This role offers a unique combination of academic work and international engagement, allowing you to make a tangible contribution to healthcare education worldwide.

In this position, you will:

• advise universities, medical schools and healthcare organisations on educational innovation and organisational development;
• design and deliver faculty development programmes, workshops and educational consultancy projects in diverse international contexts;
• facilitate training programmes for educators, clinicians and academic leaders, both in Maastricht and during short international visits (typically one week, four to six times per year);
• initiate, acquire funding for and conduct research related to international health professions education and educational innovation;
• supervise PhD candidates and contribute to the development of junior researchers;
• Assume education and teaching roles in Bachelor's and Master's programmes within FHML;
• contribute to the further development and international visibility of SHE Collaborates.

Are you ready to help shape the future of health professions education worldwide? We'd love to meet you.

What you bring
We are looking for an academically driven professional who enjoys working across cultures and disciplines. Rather than ticking every box, we value your expertise, curiosity and commitment to improving health professions education.
You recognise yourself in the following profile:

• A PhD in Health Professions Education or a closely related discipline.
• A strong track record in health professions education, demonstrated through research and peer-reviewed publications.
• Experience in educational consultancy and the co-development of educational innovations.
• Experience in research and acquiring research funding and developing collaborative research projects.
• Experience supervising or mentoring PhD candidates or early-career researchers.
• The ability to work confidently in culturally diverse international environments.
• Excellent communication skills in English and Dutch, both written and spoken. Proficiency in additional languages is considered an asset. A willingness to travel internationally several times each year.

PhD Candidate in the field of induced pluripotent stem cells and organoids

PhD Candidate in the field of induced pluripotent stem cells and organoids

• Our goal: In this project, you will work on developing methods to control stem cell differentiation through mechanical stimulation, with the aim of creating improved 3D cell models and gaining new insights into stem cell biology.
• Your colleagues: You will work together with another PhD candidate and become part of the Department of Complex Tissue Regeneration (CTR) within the MERLN Institute for Technology-Inspired Regenerative Medicine. You will join an exceptionally skilled team that is being assembled through recent European Research Council (ERC) funding secured by the department.

We offer a top-level research and academic environment with excellent opportunities for personal development. The work is highly interdisciplinary, and the atmosphere within both the group and the institute is collegial and collaborative.

What you do
As a PhD candidate, you will work on the initial framework for iPSC cell culture, maintenance, methodology, and data analysis. You will contribute to team efforts related to stem cell biology, the development of new biological assays, and 3D cell culture on 3D-printed scaffolds. The project aims to steer iPSC differentiation into different lineages through mechanical stimulation.

Within this role, you are expected to disseminate research findings through publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at international conferences.

Research at CTR is driven by technology development for the fabrication of biological constructs. The technological bases at the department for the fabrication of such constructs are:

• Additive manufacturing technologies for building functional 3D scaffolds, such as 3D fiber deposition, bioprinting, and digital light processing.
• Advanced electrospinning technologies for generating extracellular matrix-like fibrous meshes.
• Engineering of artificial cellular microenvironments and of in vitro 3D tissue and organ analogues by new biomaterial formulations (e.g. hydrogels).
• Lithography for multiscale hierarchical 3D substrates, e.g. 3D nanoimprint, 3D deep UV or 3D X-ray lithography.
• Bottom-up tissue engineering based on micro and nanoengineered objects as cell-assemblable instructive microscaffolds.
• Scaffold-free, self-assembled 3D tissues/organ spheroids.

Are you ready to set the course for the years ahead? Then we’d love to meet you.

What you bring
We’re not looking for checkboxes; we’re interested in who you are and what you bring. Do you recognize yourself in this?

This position is well suited to highly ambitious candidates who enjoy solving problems and are comfortable working towards deadlines. You will thrive in a fast-paced, yet friendly and collaborative international environment that offers new challenges and opportunities for growth.

Furthermore, you bring:

• M.Sc. degree in (stem cell) biology or biomedical science; a background in biomedical engineering is also possible.
• Proven experience in iPSC culture, maintenance, and characterization (including omics).
• Additional experience in iPSC culturing on different types of biomaterials in 2D and 3D is considered a strong advantage.
• Experience with additive manufacturing technologies for building functional 3D scaffolds (e.g. 3D fiber deposition, bioprinting, digital light processing).
• Experience with advanced electrospinning technologies for generating extracellular matrix-like fibrous meshes.
• Experience with engineering artificial cellular microenvironments and in vitro 3D tissue and organ analogues using biomaterial formulations (e.g. hydrogels).
• Experience with lithography techniques for multiscale hierarchical 3D substrates (e.g. 3D nanoimprint, deep UV, or X-ray lithography).
• Experience with bottom-up tissue engineering using micro- and nanoengineered objects as cell-assemblable instructive microscaffolds.
• Experience with scaffold-free, self-assembled 3D tissues or organ spheroids.
• Excellent and proven knowledge of scientific English, both spoken and written.