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 joint appointment (e.g. 0.8 at JADS in Den Bosch and 0.2 at TU/e ITEM group in Eindhoven) you will connect to 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. The department at Tilburg University you closely collaborate with is the Strategy and Entrepreneurship | Tilburg University group. Depending on your profile, a 0.8 at JADS in Den Bosch and 0.2 at this group can also be considered. Combined with the strong entrepreneurial ecosystem of the Netherlands, the province of Brabant, the Brainport area, Tilburg and Den Bosch Innovation Quarter (an new area under development focusing entirely on Data Driven Businesses) offer opportunities to initiate new interdisciplinary research collaborations. JADS also has its own incubator, the Playground (JADS Playground - JADS), which is connected to a network of similar accelerators adding to the vibrant startup climate.
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 Entrepreneurship unit
The research department of JADS consists of three units: Data Governance (DG), Data Analytics (DA) and Data Entrepreneurship (DE). We are looking for an Associate Professor in Data-Driven Entrepreneurship for the Data Entrepreneurship unit. The Data Entrepreneurship unit focuses on how data can be used to create and capture value for business and society. It combines Data Science and Entrepreneurship/Business.
Responsibilities
Key themes
In this role you will focus on how data can be used to create and capture value for business and society and contribute to three key themes in the field.
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.
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 7 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:
We look forward to receiving your application and will screen it as soon as possible. This vacancy is open until May 21st 2024.