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Faculty of Science 38 hours per week € 3.706 - €5.760 Closing date: 18 October 2026 Are you an excellent researcher from an underrepresented group in all fields of experimental and theoretical physics? Do you enjoy working in an interdisciplinary research setting? The Institute of Physics is looking for an ambitious Researcher. Working at the UvA Join Us! The Els Koffeman Postdoctoral Fellowship is designed to launch excellent researchers from underrepresented groups into faculty positions in the Netherlands or abroad. The fellowship is open to researchers in all fields of experimental and theoretical physics. At the Institute of Physics (IoP) at the University of Amsterdam, we recognize diversity fosters creativity and innovation, both of which are essential to excellent physics research. We are committed to equality of opportunity, fairness, inclusion, and creating an environment where everyone feels they belong. The IoP Els Koffeman Postdoctoral Fellowship is intended for candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in our workforce at the faculty level. We are looking for applicants from all subfields of experimental and theoretical physics. The research profile of the IoP is very broad, and covers almost all areas of physics and astronomy. In your application, please list the names of up to three IoP faculty members you would be interested in working with. A good salary Your salary will be determined on the basis of your experience and seniority, in accordance with the Labour agreement. Your grading and therefore the amounts mentioned are based on full employment of 38 hours per week. 232 vacation hours We also offer parental leave, partner leave and social engagement leave. Through the Employment Conditions Menu Card, there are opportunities for even more vacation hours. Financial arrangements On top of your salary, you receive holiday allowance (8%) and a year-end bonus (8.3%). You build up a good pension with ABP. And in addition, we offer many other allowances and schemes. Career development and room for growth The UvA encourages you to continue to professionalise through training courses and open UvA lectures. Family matters Relocating to the Netherlands with your family? Find out about daycare, schooling, health insurance or employment options and support for your partner or spouse. Including the IDCN-network which provides support for your spouse through various training sessions, social activities, and networking events. All About This Vacancy This is what you will do The Els Koffeman Postdoctoral Fellowship is a prestigious personal grant aimed at supporting independent postdocs to conduct their own high-quality research at the Institute of Physics (IoP). As an Els Koffeman fellow, you will conduct independent and impactful research in a physics topic of your choice. You will be embedded in one of the subgroups of IoP but you are encouraged to have your own research priorities and seek connections throughout IoP. We highly value mentorship and collaboration, and you will also have the opportunity to contribute to the guidance and supervision of Ph.D., Master's, and/or Bachelor's students. What We Ask Of You Your experience and profile: PhD in Physics or closely related field; Committed researcher, demonstrated by publications in international peer-reviewed academic journals, conference proceedings, and academic books; The IoP Els Koffeman Postdoctoral Fellowships are intended for candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in our workforce at the faculty level. These include people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities, LGBTQI+ people, and women. This Is What We Offer You We offer a temporary employment contract for 38 hours per week for a period of 36 months. The preferred starting date is to be discussed. The gross monthly salary, based on 38 hours per week and dependent on relevant experience, ranges between € 3,706 to € 5,760 (Scale 10).This does not include 8% holiday allowance and 8,3% year-end allowance. The UFO profile Researcher is applicable. A favourable tax agreement, the ‘30% ruling’, may apply to non-Dutch applicants. The Collective Labour Agreement of Universities of the Netherlands is applicable. Your place at the UvA You will work in this team The Faculty of Science has a student body of around 8,000, as well as 1,800 members of staff working in education, research or support services. Researchers and students at the Faculty of Science are fascinated by every aspect of how the world works, be it elementary particles, the birth of the universe or the functioning of the brain. The Institute of Physics (IoP) of the University of Amsterdam is located in the center of the Amsterdam Science Park. The IoP – as part of the Faculty of Science –is housed in a modern building with excellent labs and technical facilities. Surrounded by several national research institutes and with our partners at the Vrije Universiteit (VU) Amsterdam, the institute is part of a strong physics center of international standing. Do you want to know more about our organisation? Read more about working at the University of Amsterdam. About The Faculty Of Science Researchers and students at the Faculty of Science are fascinated by every aspect of how the world works, whether it concerns elementary particles, the birth of the universe, or how the brain functions. The Faculty has a student population of approximately 8,000 students, as well as 1,800 staff members working in education, research, or support services. Important to know Your application & contact If you feel the profile fits you, and you are interested in the job, we look forward to receiving your application. You can apply online via the button below. We accept applications until and including enter date. Applications will be accepted until 23:59 CEST on 18 October 2026. The first round of selections will be based on the submitted documents. In a second stage, letters of recommendation will be requested, and online interviews with short-listed candidates will be conducted between November 16 and 27. If you have any questions or do you require additional information? Please contact: Arghavan Safavi Naini ([email protected]), chair of the Diversity and Inclusion Council, for scientific questions; Joost van Mameren ([email protected]), institute manager, for other questions. You can apply via the red button on top of the page. Applications should include the following information (all files besides your cv should be submitted in one single pdf file): a detailed CV including the start and finish months (not just years) when referring to your education and work experience; a letter of motivation; a list of publications; A research statement (max 2 pages) including the names of up to three IoP faculty members who you would be interesting in working with. A list of all faculty members can be found at https://iop.uva.nl/people/permanent/staff.html A diversity statement (max 2 pages). You can for example write about how your (diverse) background has impacted your career so far, how you initiated or participated in diversity and inclusion activities in the past, or how you see yourself contributing to diversity activities in IoP. The names and email addresses of three references who can provide letters of recommendation in a later stage of the procedure. The UvA attaches great importance to the contribution of female scientists in research and education/ We particularly encourage women and candidates from other under-represented groups to apply/ We value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply, even if you don't meet every requirement. A knowledge security check can be part of the selection procedure (for details: national knowledge security guidelines). Only complete applications received within the response period via the application button will be considered. Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion As an employer, the UvA maintains an equal opportunities policy. We value diversity and are fully committed to being a place where everyone feels at home. We nurture inquisitive minds and perseverance and allow room for persistent questioning. With us, curiosity and creativity are the prevailing culture. Studies show that women and members of underrepresented groups only apply for jobs if they meet 100% of the qualifications. Do you meet the educational requirements but not yet all of the requested experience? The UvA encourages you to apply anyway.

Core Responsibilities

Conduct independent, high-quality research in a physics topic of the fellow’s choice, embedded in an Institute of Physics subgroup while developing collaborations across the institute. Contribute to mentoring and supervising PhD, master’s, and/or bachelor’s students.

Requirements

Applicants must hold a PhD in physics or a closely related field and demonstrate research commitment through publications in international peer-reviewed journals, conference proceedings, or academic books. The fellowship is intended for candidates likely to be underrepresented at faculty level, including people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities, LGBTQI+ people, and women.

Benefits

• Holiday Allowance
• Year-End Bonus
• Pension Plan
• 232 Vacation Hours
• Parental Leave
• Partner Leave
• Social Engagement Leave
• Professional Development and Training
• Potential 30% Tax Ruling