JADS: Assistant Professor Digital Forensics & Cyber-Physical Crime Intelligence

Job description

Environment

JADS Den Bosch closely collaborates with both Eindhoven university of technology and Tilburg university. This unique collaboration enables a true interdisciplinary approach building on deep technological and engineering knowledge combined with leading humanities and social sciences.

In this appointment you will work in the JADS Den Bosch and also collaborate with several groups at both Eindhoven university of technology and Tilburg university and strive to combine their strengths in setting up large scale research programs and educational programs.

JADS

We do cool stuff that matters, with data. The Jheronimus Academy of Data Science (JADS) is the joint Data Science Academy of Tilburg University and Eindhoven University of Technology. JADS Mariënburg is located in Den Bosch and currently has 40 FTE scientific faculty and support staff, 35 EngD and 40 PhD students and has been growing substantially in its research portfolio. As a young institution we are looking for excellent researchers with a can-do mentality who are team players and are willing to connect to other fields. Our researchers have a strong background in quantitative and statistical methods, data science and computer science.

The Data Governance & Engineering Unit

The research department of JADS consists of three units: Data Governance and Engineering (DG), Data Analytics (DA) and Data Entrepreneurship (DE). We are looking for an Assistant Professor in Digital Forensics and Cyber-Physical Crime Intelligence who will be positioned in the Data Governance and Engineering Unit. The Crime and Safety - JADS research theme at JADS focuses on how data can be used to enhance safety in society and effectively prevent and fight crime.

Responsibilities

• Initiating, supervising and conducting research on Digital Forensics and Cyber-Physical Crime Intelligence.
• Acquiring external funding for research projects (e.g. second and third money streams).
• Perform high quality research aiming at publishable and relevant output, aiming at top publications in journals, proceedings and books of international allure with a large national impact not only at the level of research, but also, and at least equally importantly, at the level of society at large.
• The Assistant Professor will be involved in JADS’s educational offerings. Notably, (s)he will participate in Master courses such as; Data Forensics and Cyber-Crime, and, PDEng education and Professional Education around these topics.
• Supervising PhD, EngD, MSc and BSc projects in this area.
• Designing, coordinating and teaching courses at BSc, MSc, PhD and EngD levels and in Professional education.
• Participating in committees at the intra- and inter-departmental levels.
• Contributing to the management of JADS.

Job requirements

We are looking for an enthusiastic colleague who has obtained a PhD degree in statistics, computer science, information systems, criminology, social science or a related discipline, has one or more top publication(s), and is an excellent teacher, as witnessed, for example, by favorable teaching evaluations.

• A background in the application of Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, and/or AI Engineering for the purpose of digital forensics and cyber-(physical) crime intelligence.
• Strong cooperation skills and ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to conduct high quality academic research, reflected in demonstratable outputs.
• Ability to teach, demonstrated by experience or assistance in teaching. Informed vision on teaching and learning within your own discipline.
• Effective communication and leadership skills, including coaching and mentoring of students and staff, leading a project or chairing a group.
• Excellent (written and verbal) proficiency 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, historic campus within walking distance of the central train station of the Bosch and the city center that offers all facilities.

• The opportunity to focus your career on education, research or impact. You can develop your personal ambitions and objections within the strategic objectives of the University.
• Salary in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities.
• A year-end bonus of 8.3% and annual vacation pay of 8%.
• A dedicated mentoring program to help you get to know the university and the Dutch (research) environment;
• High-quality training programs for academic leadership and teaching.
• An excellent technical infrastructure.
• Partially paid parental leave and an allowance for commuting, working from home and internet costs.
• A Staff Immigration Team is available for international candidates, as are a tax compensation scheme (the 30% facility) and partner career support.

Information and application

About us

The Jheronimus Academy of Data Science (JADS) is a unique cooperation between Eindhoven university of technology and Tilburg university. At JADS, we believe that data science can provide answers to society’s complex issues. We provide innovative educational programs, data science research, and support for business and society. With a team of lecturers, students, scientists and entrepreneurs – from a wide range of sectors and disciplines – we work on creating impact with data science. We do this by connecting people, sectors and industries: in the past 5 years we have been working with 300+ organizations on data-related projects. Our main drivers? Doing cool stuff that matters with data. Our location at the former monastery Mariënburg in Den Bosch houses a vibrant campus fully dedicated to data science. Via this link you can view a short tour around JADS.  We believe that diversity broadens our research scope and enhances the quality of our education (Diversity and Inclusion at TU/e | Eindhoven University of Technology (tue.nl).

Information

Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to know more? Please contact the hiring manager prof. dr. Jos van Hillegersberg, Scientific Director of JADS, j.v.hillegersberg@jads.nl.

Visit our website for more information about the application process or the conditions of employment. You can also contact Hella Ploegmakers, Recruiter, h.a.m.ploegmakers@tue.nl or +31 643559625.

Are you inspired and would like to know more about working at JADS? Please visit the working at JADS page.

Application

We invite you to submit a complete application.
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.
• Description of your scientific interests and plans (1-2 pages).
• Statement of your teaching goals and experience (1-2 pages).

You can send in your application until Monday, September 30^th.

We look forward to your application!