Overheidstrainee Toekomst van Groningen

Waarom zoeken wij jou?
Wij werken aan de toekomst van Groningen en willen met dit gezamenlijke tweejarige traineeship jou als starter een vliegende start op de arbeidsmarkt geven en je klaarstomen tot een uitstekende professional via drie opdrachten van acht maanden bij diverse overheden.

Wat ga jij doen?
Binnen dit traineeship geven we jou als starter de mogelijkheid om naast je nieuwe werk ook nog samen met andere trainees op de vrijdagen een intensief en afwisselend ontwikkelprogramma te doorlopen. Dit programma bestaat uit trainingen, (groeps)opdrachten, coaching en intervisie en andere activiteiten zoals excursies.

De opleidingsinhoud gaat zowel over persoonlijke- als professionele ontwikkeling, maar ook over ambtelijke kennis en vaardigheden die je nodig hebt om een uitstekende professional binnen de overheid te worden. Daarnaast vorm je samen met de andere trainees een hechte groep en bouw je een groot netwerk op in Groningen!

Check via deze link de voorbeeldopdrachten om een beeld te krijgen van hoe een opdracht eruit zou kunnen zien.

Waar ga je werken?
Met dit traineeship ga je voor een loopbaan binnen de overheid in de regio Groningen. Binnen de twee jaar van het traineeship ga je op drie verschillende plekken aan de slag. Elke acht maanden zit je op een andere plek, waar je zowel een uitdagende opdracht uitvoert als meedraait in het team. Door te rouleren leer je de overheid goed kennen, waardoor je een breed netwerk opbouwt en je sneller ontwikkelt tot een krachtige overheidsprofessional.

Alle deelnemende organisaties hebben als gemene deler dat wij samen met inwoners, medeoverheden, bedrijven en maatschappelijke organisaties hard werken aan alle uitdagingen waar we in Groningen voor staan. Zo verzilveren we kansen op gebieden zoals leefbaarheid, economie, vergroening, veiligheid, wonen, digitalisering en ecologie.

Nadat je bent aangenomen voor het traineeprogramma, vindt een matching aan jouw opdracht plaats. Een open, leergierige houding is cruciaal want je weet dus niet vooraf welke opdrachten je gaat doen. We maken zorgvuldige matches tussen jou en je eerste opdracht en opdrachtgever. Jouw voorkeuren, die van de opdrachtgevers en die van ons wegen mee in de matchmaking.

Toekomst van Groningen (15 plaatsen)
Het Toekomst van Groningen-programma is een samenwerking van diverse overheden om starters kennis te laten maken met overheidsorganisaties door de hele provincie. Als trainee doe je uiteenlopende opdrachten die over alles kunnen gaan wat er speelt binnen de publieke sector. Deelnemende organisaties zijn: de Groningse gemeenten Hogeland, Veendam, Stadskanaal, Westerwolde, Westerkwartier, Eemsdelta, Oldambt, het waterschap Noorderzijlvest en de provincie Groningen.

Wat breng jij mee?
Het belangrijkste is dat je intrinsiek gemotiveerd bent om bij te dragen aan de publieke uitdagingen waar alle organisaties voor staan. We zijn op zoek naar mensen die niet alleen ideeën hebben, maar ze ook omzetten in actie! Je hebt de drive om echt iets te realiseren en mee te bouwen aan de toekomst van onze regio. Je beschikt over veerkracht, je hebt het vermogen om belemmeringen te overwinnen en kan tegen een stootje.

Bij ons draait alles om talent en we ontdekken graag dat van jou. Je bent bereid om gezien de deelnemende overheden door de hele provincie te reizen en je kijkt ernaar uit om verschillende organisaties en omgevingen binnen de provincie Groningen te leren kennen!

Verder heb je:

• Een afgeronde hbo- of wo-opleiding.
• 0-3 jaar werkervaring.
• Goede beheersing van de Nederlandse taal in woord en geschrift.
• Een sterke motivatie om bij te dragen aan de publieke uitdagingen van Groningen. Je bent nieuwsgierig en leergierig.

We staan open voor alle opleidingsrichtingen. Een opleidingsrichting of achtergrond die goed aansluit bij het overheidswerk is natuurlijk een pluspunt, je kan dan denken aan: Economie/ Bedrijfskunde, Financieel, Rechten, Facilitair, Organisatie, Mobiliteit, Planologie, Bestuurskunde/recht, Duurzaamheid, Ruimtelijke Ordening/Wonen, Civiele Techniek, of Milieu.

Dit bieden wij!
Dit traineeship is niet alleen een kans om ervaring op te doen, maar ook een springplank voor je verdere loopbaan binnen de overheid. We bieden je niet alleen werkervaring, maar ook een gevarieerd opleidingsprogramma, (individuele) coaching en de kans om samen met andere trainees te groeien en een zeer breed netwerk op te bouwen. Je start op 1 september 2026, waarbij de locatie afhankelijk is van de plek waar je op gematcht wordt!

Daarnaast bieden wij:

• Een marktconform salaris van €3.384,30 euro bruto per maand en een dienstverband van 36 uur per week (78% van schaal 8 CAO Provincies).
• Bovenop het salaris ontvang je 22,37% Individueel Keuze Budget (IKB).
• Een arbeidsovereenkomst voor de duur van 2 jaar.
• Voor 36 uur per week met de mogelijkheid om ATV uren op te bouwen.
• 75% vergoeding van jouw reiskosten met het openbaar vervoer voor woon-werkverkeer of een fietsleaseplan voor een (elektrische) fiets.
• Vitaliteitsplan waarbij je een tegemoetkoming voor jouw sportabonnement kunt krijgen.
• De mogelijkheid om deels thuis te werken.

En het mooiste van alles?
Na je traineeship zijn de mogelijkheden eindeloos. Met een enorme dosis werkerving en een groot netwerk ben je uitstekend gepositioneerd om te solliciteren op vacatures. Wij hopen dat jij na de twee jaar doorstroomt naar een functie binnen de publieke sector in de regio. Wij begeleiden je met trainingen en coaching om je klaar te stomen voor de volgende stap in je carrière.

"Onze missie is om met de trainees te bouwen aan de toekomst van Groningen"

Meer informatie
Op woensdagmiddag 13 mei organiseren we een informatiebijeenkomst, daar kan je al je vragen stellen. Via deze link kan je je daarvoor opgeven!

Reageren
Wij ontvangen graag uiterlijk zondag 17 mei 2026 jouw CV en motivatiebrief via werkenbijprovinciegroningen.nl.

Zet de volgende data alvast in je agenda:

• 13 mei: Informatiebijeenkomst
• 26 en 27 mei: Sollicitatiegesprek op locatie.
• 28/29 mei: Capaciteitentest, online.
• 4 en 5 juni: Praktijkopdracht op locatie.

Let op: voor het sollicitatiegesprek en de praktijkopdracht word je voor één van de twee genoemde data uitgenodigd.

Een Verklaring omtrent gedrag (VOG) maakt onderdeel uit van de selectieprocedure.

Goed om te weten
We streven ernaar dat iedereen zich veilig en thuis voelt binnen de deelnemende organisaties, ongeacht afkomst, gender, seksuele oriëntatie, religie, leeftijd, sociaaleconomische achtergrond of arbeidsvermogen. Om die reden moedigen we iedereen aan te solliciteren die zich kan identificeren met ons traineeship.

PhD position on Combustion and Multiscale Modeling of Impure Iron Powders for Sustainable Energy

Introduction
Are you passionate about researching iron powder combustion to enable low‑cost, circular energy storage for a sustainable future?

Job Description
Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) invites applications for an experimental PhD position in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. This position is part of a newly funded research project within the Open Technology Programme (OTP) of the Dutch Research Council (NWO), focusing on the Iron Power Cycle as a circular, carbon-free energy carrier.

The PhD candidate will investigate the combustion behavior of iron powders containing controlled impurities, aiming to enable the use of low-cost, industrially sourced iron powders for large-scale energy storage and transport. The project combines advanced combustion experiments with materials characterization, and works in close interaction with complementary multiscale modeling activities carried out by collaborating researchers.

You will conduct single-particle combustion experiments, solid-phase oxidation studies, and in-depth post-combustion material analyses, contributing to a fundamental understanding of how impurities such as carbon and metal oxides affect ignition, combustion temperature, and particle morphology. Your work will directly support the development of predictive models for next-generation metal-fuel energy systems.

The research is embedded within the Power and Flow (P&F) Section, internationally recognized for its leading role in iron-powder combustion and metal fuel technologies, and involves close collaboration with academic and industrial partners.

Job Requirements
We are looking for a highly motivated candidate who has:

• A Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related discipline
• Strong interest in experimental combustion, multiphase flows, or reactive materials
• Experience with laboratory experiments and data analysis (experience with optical diagnostics or materials characterization is an advantage)
• Good programming and data-processing skills
• Ability to work independently as well as in an interdisciplinary team
• Excellent communication skills in English

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.
• Unlimited access to the modern on‑campus TU/e Student Sports Center at an exceptionally affordable rate.
• 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.

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

About us
We are a leading international university 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.

Our university is located in Brainport Eindhoven — a world‑leading tech region with more than 7,000 high‑tech companies and strong R&D activity. Known for breakthroughs in AI, photonics, semiconductors and advanced manufacturing, Brainport is a place where technology serves people and society. Learn more about the Brainport region here.

The Department of Mechanical Engineering department conducts world-class research aligned with the technological interests of the high-tech industry in the Netherlands, with a focus on the Brainport region. Our goal is to produce engineers who are both scientifically educated and application-driven by providing a balanced education and research program that combines fundamental and application aspects. We equip our graduates with practical and theoretical expertise, preparing them optimally for future challenges.

Information
Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to know more? Please contact the project leader, Prof. XiaoCheng Mi, x.c.mi@tue.nl.

Visit our website for more information about the application process. You can also contact Hind Boulgalag, HR advisor, h.boulgalag@tue.nl.

Curious to hear more about what it’s like as a PhD candidate at TU/e? Please view the video.

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

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 three 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.

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 Low-Energy Manufacturing of Silicon Carbide | TU/e & DTU

Introduction
Are you eager to make energy-intensive manufacturing more sustainable? Join us to pioneer a low-energy production route for one of engineering's most exceptional — and most challenging — materials.

Job Description
The challenge you'll take on
Silicon carbide (SiC) is one of the most remarkable engineering materials — extraordinarily hard, thermally stable, chemically resistant — yet notoriously difficult and energy-intensive to produce. This PhD project sets out to change that, by pioneering an entirely new, low-energy manufacturing route for SiC. You will combine advanced sintering techniques, materials characterization, and optimization tools to push the boundaries of what is possible in ceramic manufacturing.

Your impact
The materials you help develop could end up in nuclear fusion reactors, semiconductor manufacturing equipment, aerospace components, and next-generation energy systems. Beyond the lab, your work contributes directly to decarbonizing energy-intensive industries — one of Europe's most urgent industrial challenges.

Your environment
You will be embedded in the Mechanics of Materials section at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, TU/e, working with Prof. Diletta Giuntini and a team with expertise in sintering mechanics, materials characterization, and manufacturing optimization.

This position is part of the EuroTech Universities Alliance, a partnership of leading European technical universities. You will spend extended research stays at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU), working with Prof. Apurv Dash, whose expertise in ceramic chemistry perfectly complements the work at TU/e. You will also interact with industrial partners, gaining real-world exposure to ceramic manufacturing.

Job Requirements
You hold (or are close to completing) a Master's degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field. You are curious, hands-on, and motivated by the idea that better materials and manufacturing routes can make the world more sustainable. Experience with materials processing or characterization is a plus — but above all, we are looking for someone who enjoys tackling open scientific questions and working both independently and collaboratively. You are motivated to develop your teaching skills and coach students, and you are fluent in spoken and written English.

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.
• Unlimited access to the modern on‑campus TU/e Student Sports Center at an exceptionally affordable rate.
• 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.

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

About us
We are a leading international university 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.

Our university is located in Brainport Eindhoven — a world‑leading tech region with more than 7,000 high‑tech companies and strong R&D activity. Known for breakthroughs in AI, photonics, semiconductors and advanced manufacturing, Brainport is a place where technology serves people and society. Learn more about the Brainport region here.

The Department of Mechanical Engineering department conducts world-class research aligned with the technological interests of the high-tech industry in the Netherlands, with a focus on the Brainport region. Our goal is to produce engineers who are both scientifically educated and application-driven by providing a balanced education and research program that combines fundamental and application aspects. We equip our graduates with practical and theoretical expertise, preparing them optimally for future challenges.

Information
Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to know more? Please contact the hiring manager Diletta Giuntini, d.giuntini@tue.nl.

Visit our website for more information about the application process. You can also contact HR Services ME, hrservices.me@tue.nl.

Curious to hear more about what it’s like as a PhD candidate at TU/e? Please view the video.

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

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 the contact information of three 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.
• A short description of your Master Thesis, including a statement of novelty.

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.

Lecturer Philosophy and Ethics (P&E)

Introduction
The Philosophy and Ethics (P&E) group seeks to appoint, as of September 1st, 2026, a Lecturer, that is, an academic staff member with a strong focus on teaching (full-time - 1.0 FTE). As part of the Department of Industrial Engineering and Innovation Sciences (IE&IS) of Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), the P&E group focuses on education and research that connects philosophy and ethics to technology and innovation. The group teaches courses at the undergraduate, master’s, and PhD levels.

Job Description
We are looking for a new colleague with a strong affinity for- and demonstrable experience with academic teaching, who can join the P&E group in providing its educational activities and expanding its teaching portfolio. The P&E group is responsible for many undergraduate and postgraduate courses at the TU/e. You will contribute to developing, coordinating, and teaching courses, in close collaboration with teams of senior lecturers and teaching assistants.

The main responsibility of this position is a teaching and organizational role within the two “ITEC” courses, which are mandatory for students of all majors at TU/e, as part of the so-called Bachelor College. The two courses are: Engineering for Society (Quartiles 1 and 3, third-year Bachelor course) and Engineering Ethics (Quartiles 2 and 4, first-year Bachelor course). Engineering for Society introduces students to a range of assessment methods for responsible technology development, including risk analysis, cost-benefit analysis, life cycle analysis, value-sensitive design, and systems thinking. The course aims to equip future engineers with the tools to develop technologies in a socially responsible way. Engineering Ethics introduces students to some ethical theories, concepts and approaches and teaches students how to use them with reference to a range of technologies and case studies. There will be an opportunity in future years to take over the coordination of one of these courses.

You will be able to work on obtaining your University Teaching Qualification, if you do not have it yet; the University Teaching Qualification must be obtained within two years.

Most of your time (0.8 FTE) will be devoted to teaching-related activities, by contributing to teaching activities in each of the four teaching quarters. In addition, you will be expected to be part of and contribute to the P&E community, for instance by attending the group meetings and activities (at least 0.1 FTE). You may use the remaining time for research-related activities and personal development.

This position has been created to structurally increase the P&E group’s teaching capacity; as a result, the 80% commitment to teaching activities is non-negotiable, and the position cannot become more research-oriented in the future. Also, you are not required to contribute to the P&E research mission; and career advancement will not depend on grant acquisition, publications, or other research-related activities. Career advancements are possible until the rank of University Teacher 1 (comparable to that of Senior lecturer 2 or Associate Professor 2), based on excellence in teaching.

Job Requirements
We offer a stimulating and ambitious educational and research environment and are looking for candidates with the following qualifications:

• a PhD in Philosophy or Ethics
• demonstrable experience in and affinity for teaching philosophy or ethics; experience with teaching coordination is a plus; experience in teaching applied ethics, ethics of technology or some of the specific topics of the P&E courses is an advantage (see job description above)
• willingness and ability to contribute substantially to the teaching and organization of the two mandatory, large-scale bachelor's courses (“ITEC” ), Engineering for Society and Engineering Ethics (see job description above); for these, familiarity with assessment methods such as risk analysis, cost-benefit analysis, life cycle analysis, value-sensitive design, and/or systems thinking is an advantage
• good communication skills (oral and written) in English; capacity to teach in Dutch is an advantage but not required.
• good organizational and collaboration skills and a proactive work orientation.

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

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:

• We offer you full-time (1.0 FTE) employment, with a permanent contract following satisfactory completion of the one-year probationary period.
• The desired starting date is September 1st and, in any case, no later than 9 October 2026 (the start of the teaching activities for this position is 9 November 2026).
• Within this position, you will have opportunities of career advancements until the rank of Teacher 1 (comparable to that of Senior lecturer 2 or Associate Professor 2), based on excellence in teaching.
• Salary in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities, scale 10/11. (min. €3,546 max. €6,433).
• A year-end bonus of 8.3% and annual vacation pay of 8%.
• 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.
• An excellent technical infrastructure, on-campus children's day care and sports facilities.
• Unlimited access to the modern on campus TU/e Student Sports Center at an exceptionally affordable rate.
• 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
We are a leading international university 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.

Our university is located in Brainport Eindhoven — a world‑leading tech region with more than 7,000 high‑tech companies and strong R&D activity. Known for breakthroughs in AI, photonics, semiconductors and advanced manufacturing, Brainport is a place where technology serves people and society. Learn more about the Brainport region here.

Research in the P&E group takes place at the interface between fundamental philosophical issues and real-world problems that arise from the design, implementation, use and regulation of innovative technologies. In terms of philosophical sub-disciplines, we focus on fundamental and applied issues in ethics, philosophy of science and technology, and epistemology. We work on a variety of application areas, such as artificial intelligence, behavior change, diffusion of scientific knowledge and methods, energy, engineering education, health, and models of cultural and technological change.

Information
Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to know more?
If you have questions about the position, please contact the hiring manager Prof. Filippo Santoni de Sio (f.santoni.de.sio@tue.nl).

Further information concerning terms of employment conditions can be obtained from Jolanda van der Sande, HR Advisor IE&IS, (hradvice.ieis@tue.nl or +31 40 2474979).

Visit our website for more information about the application process.

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

Application
We invite you to submit a complete application by using the 'apply now'-button on this page. The application should include a(n):

• Cover letter in which you briefly describe your motivation and qualifications for the position.
• Curriculum vitae, including a list of publications and contact information for three 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.
• Teaching portfolio, including an overview of your teaching experience
• Teaching statement, i.e. your vision, principles, or goals in teaching. (1-2 pages).
• Research statement (1-2 pages).

Deadline: May 18th, 2026.
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.
• Please do not contact us for unsolicited services.

R&D Certification Engineer

• Ervaring opbouwen in Europese normen en testmethoden rond beschermkledij, met ondersteuning van product- en salesmanagement binnen een industriële omgeving.
• Coördinerende rol tussen interne teams en externe testlaboratoria.
• Verantwoordelijk voor de opvolging en afstemming van technische informatie en testprocessen.
• Betrokken bij de administratieve verwerking van aanbestedingsdossiers en productcertificaties.