PhD in Theoretical and Computational Biophysics

Introduction
We invite applications for a PhD position at Eindhoven University of Technology, The Netherlands, in the field of theoretical and computational biophysics. The successful candidate will work on theory and simulation of complex biological systems. Starting date is September 2026 with some flexibility depending on the candidate’s availability.

Job Description
The project will focus on the development and application of coarse-grained computer simulations and continuum theory to understand the physics of remodeling and growth of cellular fluid lipid membranes. In particular, the project will focus on the effect of curvature and deformations on the stability of double membrane systems such as the nuclear envelope. The project will involve collaboration with experimental colleagues in biophysics and cell biology.

The PhD project will be carried out under the supervision of Dr. Felix Frey in the new Physics of Living Matter group, which is part of the Soft Matter and Biological Physics division at the Department of Applied Physics and Science Education at Eindhoven University of Technology.

Job Requirements
We are looking for a motivated candidate with a master's degree (or equivalent) in Physics, Biophysics, Chemistry, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related subject with interest in computational and theoretical work on biological systems. Ideally, the candidate has already experience with programming.

Conditions of Employment
A meaningful job in a dynamic and ambitious university, in an interdisciplinary setting and within an international network. You will work on a beautiful, green campus within walking distance of the central train station. In addition, we offer you:

• Full-time employment for four years, with an intermediate assessment after nine months. You will spend a minimum of 10% of your four-year employment on teaching tasks, with a maximum of 15% per year of your employment.
• Salary and benefits (such as a pension scheme, paid pregnancy and maternity leave, partially paid parental leave) in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities, scale P (min. € 3,059 - max. € 3,881).
• A year-end bonus of 8.3% and annual vacation pay of 8%.
• High-quality training programs and other support to grow into a self-aware, autonomous scientific researcher. At TU/e we challenge you to take charge of your own learning process.
• An excellent technical infrastructure, on-campus children's day care and sports facilities.
• An allowance for commuting, working from home and internet costs.
• A Staff Immigration Team and a tax compensation scheme (the 30% facility) for international candidates.

About us
Eindhoven University of Technology is a leading international university within the Brainport region where scientific curiosity meets a hands-on mindset. We work in an open and collaborative way with high-tech industries to tackle complex societal challenges. Our responsible and respectful approach ensures impact — today and in the future. TU/e is home to over 13,000 students and more than 7,000 staff, forming a diverse and vibrant academic community.

The Department of Applied Physics and Science Education is a research-driven department housing high-quality educational programs, all featuring strong connections between research and education. Our research is clustered in three focal areas: Fluids, Bio and Soft Matter (FBSM); Plasmas and Beams (PB); and Nano, Quantum and Photonics (NQP). Our shared ambition is to equip the next generation of ‘engineers of the future’ with the knowledge and the skills they will need to impact science, innovation, and society, from regional to global scales.

Information
Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to know more? Please contact the hiring manager Dr. Felix Frey directly at f.f.f.frey1@tue.nl.

Visit our website for more information about the application process or the conditions of employment. You can also contact HRServices.apse@tue.nl.

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Application
We invite you to submit a complete application by using the apply button. The application should include a:

• Cover letter in which you describe your motivation and qualifications for the position.
• Curriculum vitae, including a list of your publications and the contact information of two references. Kindly note that we may reach out to references at any stage of the recruitment process. We recommend notifying your references upon submitting your application.
• Academic transcripts of BSc and MSc degrees.

Ensure that you submit all the requested application documents. We give priority to complete applications.

We look forward to receiving your application and will screen it as soon as possible. The vacancy will remain open until the position is filled.

Please note

• You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post.
• A pre-employment screening (e.g. knowledge security check) can be part of the selection procedure. For more information on the knowledge security check, please consult the National Knowledge Security Guidelines.
• Please do not contact us for unsolicited services.

PhD in Theoretical and Computational Biophysics

The project will focus on the development and application of coarse-grained computer simulations and continuum theory to understand the physics of remodeling and growth of cellular fluid lipid membranes. In particular, the project will focus on the effect of curvature and deformations on the stability of double membrane systems such as the nuclear envelope. The project will involve collaboration with experimental colleagues in biophysics and cell biology.

The PhD project will be carried out under the supervision of Dr. Felix Frey in the new Physics of Living Matter group, which is part of the Soft Matter and Biological Physics division at the Department of Applied Physics and Science Education at Eindhoven University of Technology.

Wireless Front-End Engineer (0.8-1.0 fte)

The main tasks of the wireless front-end engineer are to:

• design wireless front-end (sub-)systems based on COTS and prototype components to meet technical requirements
• develop test setups and perform (sub-)system tests for design verifications

Wireless Front-End Engineer (0.8-1.0 fte)

Introduction
At TU/e’s Electrical Engineering department we are setting up a team to strengthen our valorisation activities. The goal of this team is to develop our research outcomes further from typically low technology readiness levels (TRL3-4) towards market-relevant prototypes (TRL 6-8). In this way we facilitate technology transfer to industry or provide a promising starting point for university spin-offs.

Job Description
The main tasks of the wireless front-end engineer are to:

• design wireless front-end (sub-)systems based on COTS and prototype components to meet technical requirements
• develop test setups and perform (sub-)system tests for design verifications

Job Requirements
We are looking for candidates who meet the following profile:

• Experience in wireless front-end (sub-)system and/or component design, MSc or PhD degree in relevant field
• Affinity to work on the interface between academia and industry as well as government
• Experience in working in different collaboration environments and development methods, like scrum/agile
• Good communication skills
• Team player who can work in a diverse team
• Willingness to step out of their comfort zone and expand their current knowledge
• Fluent in written and spoken English is required, Dutch is advantageous

Skills & Tools

• Technical Skills: RF engineering, embedded systems, network protocols, antenna design.
• Software: MATLAB, Python, C/C++, RF simulation tools (e.g., CST, ADS), protocol analyzers.
• Tools: Vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, software-defined radio

If you are concerned that you don’t meet all the requirements sufficiently, but the job does excite you, then be sure to respond, we would love to look at your profile.

Conditions of Employment
An exciting position within an international yet personal university. You are right in the middle of the students, on a green campus within walking distance of the central station. Besides beautiful architecture, you will find varied workplaces and excellent sports facilities. We also offer you:

• A monthly salary of minimum €3,708 to maximum €6,433 for full-time employment, depending on your knowledge and experience (scale 9-11 collective labour agreement for Dutch Universities).
• In addition to vacation pay, a structural end-of-year bonus of 8.3%.
• A favorable arrangement for more holidays or a sabbatical.
• A selection model for additional fringe benefits.
• Working hours in consultation for an optimal work-life balance.
• Scope for your talent with advancement prospects and excellent development opportunities such as mentoring, workshops and coaching.
• Partially paid parental leave and reimbursement for commuting expenses, working from home and the internet.
• A generous employer contribution to the favorable ABP pension plan.

Here you can discover even more information about our conditions of employment. Build on your career at TU/e!

About us
Eindhoven University of Technology is a leading international university within the Brainport region where scientific curiosity meets a hands-on mindset. We work in an open and collaborative way with high-tech industries to tackle complex societal challenges. Our responsible and respectful approach ensures impact — today and in the future. TU/e is home to over 13,000 students and more than 7,000 staff, forming a diverse and vibrant academic community.

The mission of the Department of Electrical Engineering is to acquire, share and transfer knowledge and understanding in the whole field of Electrical Engineering through education, research and valorization. We work towards a ‘Smart Sustainable Society’, a ‘Connected World’, and a healthy humanity (‘Care & Cure’). Activities share an application-oriented character, a high degree of complexity and a large synergy between multiple facets of the field.

Research is carried out into the applications of electromagnetic phenomena in all forms of energy conversion, telecommunication and electrical signal processing. Existing and new electrical components and systems are analyzed, designed and built. The Electrical Engineering department takes its inspiration from contacts with high-tech industry in the direct surrounding region and beyond.

The department is innovative and has international ambitions and partnerships. The result is a challenging and inspiring setting in which socially relevant issues are addressed.

Information
Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to have more information about the position, please contact the hiring manager: Dr. Ulf Johanssen, Associate Professor, u.johannsen@tue.nl.

For questions about the application process or the conditions of employment, please contact Kevin Caris, HR-Advisor, k.t.caris@tue.nl.

Are you inspired and would like to know more about working at TU/e? Please visit our career page.

Application
If you are interested, please use the ‘apply’ button to send us your CV and letter of application with your motivation and a description of your qualifications. Ensure that you submit all the requested application documents. We give priority to complete applications.

Screening of candidates begins as soon as applications are received and continues until the position is filled. Where applicable, internal candidates will be given priority over external candidates where they are equally suitable.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Please note

• You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post.
• A pre-employment screening (e.g. knowledge security check) can be part of the selection procedure. For more information on the knowledge security check, please consult the National Knowledge Security Guidelines.
• Important for non-EU applicants: Please be aware that for this position, specific residence permit requirements apply. If you are a non-EU national, you may not be eligible to legally work in this role under current Dutch immigration regulations. We strongly advise you to contact our Staff Immigration Team (staffimmigration@tue.nl) before applying to check your eligibility and to receive further guidance.
• Please do not contact us for unsolicited services.

(jr.) Project Coordinator / policy advisor Student Wellbeing and Education (0,8 fte)

Introduction
Are you looking for a challenging new position in which you help us to improve our students’ wellbeing and to create a strong (student) community? If so, read on!

Job Description
The Education and Student Affairs (ESA) is the central service point for teachers and (prospective) students at Eindhoven University of Technology and provides services in the field of educational support, educational logistics, study skills, career guidance, use of ICT resources in education, professional skills and language education. In addition, ESA supports the Executive Board, the Dean of Education, as well as the faculties in the fields of education policy, legislation and regulations, quality assurance, training and institutional accreditation, educational innovation and internationalization. ESA has divided this support into four departments, namely the Central Student Administration (CSA), Teacher Support and Quality Assurance (TS&QA), Policy Advice and Projects (PA&P) and Student Facilities (SF).

Policy Advice and Projects
You will work within the Policy, Advice & Projects (PA&P) team. This team is primarily responsible for drawing up tactical and operational education policy and regulations, internationalization policy and the generation and interpretation of administrative information within the education domain. Experience and knowledge will be exchanged and collaborated within the policy chain that TU/e has set up in a broad sense. In addition, the department manages projects related to or resulting from education policy and its implementation and evaluation.

Function description
As (jr.) on wellbeing and education, you will work within the Policy, Advice & Projects (PA&P) team, in close collaboration with colleagues and students throughout the organization. In this role, you will contribute to the ambition of the Beethoven program to educate top talent and strengthen research across the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).

You will be deployed on university-wide projects and activities with an implementation character.

The main topic you will work on is the further development of the overall wellbeing and onboarding of our students including building a strong sustainable student community. One of your tasks will be participating in a project that is focusing on policy development for educational community building. Moreover, you will work on implementing TU/e’s student wellbeing policy via a large number of activities. In close relationship to the wellbeing policy officer and the ESA -PA&P Wellbeing team, we expect you to:

• Participate in policy preparation and implementation on community development
• Organize, coordinate and evaluate activities on community and student wellbeing.
• Take part in the organization of the yearly TU/e wellbeing week together with the Student sport center and HR.
• Bring our bottom-up initiatives programto a next level by engaging students and student associations to participate.
• be part of the Wellbeing team for students (of ESA-PA&P), to ensure that activities around wellbeing and related topics (e.g. social safety) are aligned;
• evaluate and improve the information provision to students (and staff) and work on awareness and communication campaigns on wellbeing, together with the wellbeing & social safety student assistants and our communication advisor.
• improve the connections and contacts with various staff and student groups concerned with student wellbeing and social safety;
• Have the ability and interest to also work on more general education related policy and projects

For more information and an introduction to what is currently in place for student wellbeing at the TU/e, please take a look at our website.

In this role, you will contribute to the ambition of the Beethoven program to educate top talent and strengthen research across the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).

Job Requirements
We are looking for a colleague who

• has an academic work and thinking level, with a hands-on mentality and affinity for the topic of wellbeing and social safety;
• has preferably experience in higher education and knowledgeable in student wellbeing topics;
• can relate to the target group: an inclusive/diverse and international population of students;
• is a strong communicator and a real team player;
• has a result oriented mentality (can-do!), open, flexible, service oriented;
• is strong in planning and organizing;
• has both Dutch and English language proficient (at least C1).

We are looking for a colleague who, within an informal, personal culture, wants to contribute to the development of high-quality, professional services. In doing so, we attach great importance to customer focus, learning ability and cooperation.

Conditions of Employment
An exciting position within an international yet personal university. You are right in the middle of the students, on a green campus within walking distance of the central station. Besides beautiful architecture, you will find varied workplaces and excellent sports facilities. We also offer you:

• A one year contract within the prospect of an extension to a total up to 48 months co-financed within the Beethoven project.
• A monthly salary of minimum €3,708 to maximum €5,538 for full-time employment, depending on your knowledge and experience (scale 9/10 collective labour agreement for Dutch Universities).
• In addition to vacation pay, a structural end-of-year bonus of 8.3%.
• A favorable arrangement for more holidays or a sabbatical.
• A selection model for additional fringe benefits.
• Working hours in consultation for an optimal work-life balance.
• Scope for your talent with advancement prospects and excellent development opportunities such as mentoring, workshops and coaching.
• Partially paid parental leave and reimbursement for commuting expenses, working from home and the internet.
• A generous employer contribution to the favorable ABP pension plan.
• A job in an engaging diverse team, with attention to personal interaction and social team bonding activities a couple of times a year.
• A personal team buddy to show you around in the team and to get you onboarded in the university!

Here you can discover even more information about our conditions of employment. Build on your career at TU/e!

About us
Eindhoven University of Technology is a leading international university within the Brainport region where scientific curiosity meets a hands-on mindset. We work in an open and collaborative way with high-tech industries to tackle complex societal challenges. Our responsible and respectful approach ensures impact — today and in the future. TU/e is home to over 13,000 students and more than 7,000 staff, forming a diverse and vibrant academic community.

Education and Student Affairs (ESA) is the central point at TU/e where students and staff receive a variety of educational support. There is a central ESA service with four divisions (Center for Student Administration, Policy, Advice and Projects, Student Facilities and Teacher Support and Quality Assurance) and an ESA team in each department.

Information
Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to have more information about the position, please contact the hiring manager: Dieuwke de Haan, Manager Policy Advice and Projects within Education and Student Affairs, telephone +31 40 2478307, e-mail d.m.d.haan@tue.nl.

For questions about the application process or the conditions of employment, please contact Suzan Rondeel, HR Advisor, S.Rondeel@tue.nl or +31 40 247 5564.

Are you inspired and would like to know more about working at TU/e? Please visit our career page.

Application
If you are interested, please use the ‘apply’ button to send us your CV and letter of application with your motivation and a description of your qualifications. Ensure that you submit all the requested application documents. We give priority to complete applications.

Screening of candidates begins as soon as applications are received and continues until the position is filled. Where applicable, internal candidates will be given priority over external candidates where they are equally suitable.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Please note

• You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post.
• A pre-employment screening (e.g. knowledge security check) can be part of the selection procedure. For more information on the knowledge security check, please consult the National Knowledge Security Guidelines.
• Important for non-EU applicants: Please be aware that for this position, specific residence permit requirements apply. If you are a non-EU national, you may not be eligible to legally work in this role under current Dutch immigration regulations. We strongly advise you to contact our Staff Immigration Team (staffimmigration@tue.nl) before applying to check your eligibility and to receive further guidance.
• Please do not contact us for unsolicited services.