Assistant Professor Software Technology

Job description

Are you inspired by shaping the next generation of computer science approaches and make a lasting impact through technology? Do you want to work with and educate the next generation of computer scientists? The Software Technology department is looking for a collaborative and forward-thinking Assistant Professor to join our department and mission. The Software Technology department comprises teams that work in the areas of Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Networks, Embedded Systems, Information Retrieval, Networked Systems, Programming Languages, Software Engineering, and Quantum Computer Science.

You will develop and lead an independent research line in an area of your choice that aligns with the existing research lines of the department’s 8 research groups. The specific research line that you bring to our department should ideally be complementary to the research that our faculty members are already doing. We will support you in building up your own research line with a start-up package comprising one PhD student. We envision that with the help of your team members, you will acquire additional funding to grow your research team and grow your impact in your research domain.

You will teach and inspire students in our BSc and MSc Computer Science programmes. We take great pride in our educational programmes, as it brings us together with highly motivated, international students who rank among Europe’s top technical talent. As part of your educational mission, you will teach both courses and supervise students for their end projects at the BSc and MSc level. To support our educational activities, we have a team of highly skilled lecturers that enable us to scale up education and consistently innovate our education.

You will contribute to a collaborative and impact-driven academic environment. You will work within one of the 8 current research groups that comprise the department of Software Technology. Together with our sister department Intelligent Systems, we are the Computer Science cluster in the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science. In our faculty, research is driven by depth, technical excellence, and long-term impact. You will have the academic freedom to shape your research agenda, build a team, and pursue competitive funding from national and international programmes and industry partners.

Your work will help design the digital infrastructure of the future, it will help define and understand the impact computer science and artificial intelligence have on individuals, organisations, and society as a whole. TU Delft supports your growth through strong research facilities, a structured leadership development package, global collaboration opportunities, and a culture that values meaningful impact, academic independence, and sustainable work-life balance in an international, family-friendly environment.

Job requirements

• You hold a PhD in Computer Science or a closely related discipline.
• You demonstrate research excellence through publications in leading venues in your research area.
• You have an open mindset with experience in designing, implementing, and evaluating software systems, constructing theories, and/or evaluating human and socio-technical aspects of software.
• You are motivated to teach core computer science courses and support the growth of our BSc and MSc students.
• You like to work with PhD students and train them to become the next generation of top researchers.
• You have the vision and initiative to secure external research funding (e.g., NWO, ERC, Horizon Europe, etc.) and to develop a sustainable, impactful research group.
• You communicate clearly in English and actively contribute to a diverse, inclusive, and supportive academic community.

Conditions of employment

This position is offered as an Academic Career Track position (0.8 – 1.0 FTE). During the Academic Career Track, we expect you to grow towards an Associate Professor position within a maximum of eight years, for which a position will be available. With other Academic Career Track colleagues, you will participate in the Academic Career Track Development programme, where you are offered ample opportunities to develop yourself in the areas of Education, Research, Societal Impact & Innovation, and Leadership & Organisation. You will regularly discuss your development and results with senior staff based on a personalized development plan and performance criteria agreed upon at the start of your Academic Career Track. You will start with a temporary contract that will be converted to a permanent contract no later than 12 -18 months after a positive evaluation, based on continuous confidence in your development potential and fit in the organisation.

Inspiring, excellent education is our central aim. We expect you to obtain a University Teaching Qualification (UTQ) within three years if you have less than five years of teaching experience. This is provided by the TU Delft UTQ programme as part of the Academic Career Track Development programme.

TU Delft sets high standards for the English competency of the teaching staff. The TU Delft offers training to improve English competency. If you do not speak Dutch, we offer courses to learn the Dutch language within three years.Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities. The TU Delft offers a customisable compensation package, discounts on health insurance, and a monthly work costs contribution. Flexible work schedules can be arranged and you can work partly from home.

Will you need to relocate to the Netherlands for this job? TU Delft is committed to make your move as smooth as possible! The HR unit, Coming to Delft Service, provides information and personal one-on-one guidance to help you prepare your relocation, and to find housing and schools for children (if applicable). In addition, Coming to Delft Service organises events to help you settle in the Netherlands, and expand your (social) network in Delft. A Dual Career Programme is available to support your accompanying partner with their job search in the Netherlands.

Additional information

Please contact Andy Zaidman, Full Professor and Head of Department, via a.e.zaidman@tudelft.nl. If you prefer an informal conversation before applying, contact Andy with your CV or a link to your LinkedIn profile.

Application procedure

Are you interested in this vacancy? Please apply no later than 11 May 2026 via the application button and upload the following documents:

1. Motivation letter. We value personally written, authentic letters addressing the following two components: a) Please explain your interest in joining a specific research group within our department at TU Delft at this stage of your career. b) Secondly, place particular emphasis on your leadership style: how you lead, collaborate, and contribute to an inclusive, supportive, and high-performing environment. Describe how your leadership approach connects with our values and mission, and how you see it contributing to the team, its culture, and its long-term impact. Your motivation letter should typically be one page and must not exceed two pages.
2. Detailed CV, detailed list of your publications (including a selection of your top 5 publications and a reason of why you chose those ones) as well as key initiatives and contributions in other areas such as communication, (personal) leadership, teaching, entrepreneurship, and societal impact.
3. Statement on research. Your research vision should include a brief overview of your current research and a more extensive description of the future research you aim to pursue in our department as part of your appointment. It should primarily be written from the heart, reflecting your intrinsic motivation for an academic career within your chosen direction. What drives and inspires you in your research work? In addition, it should provide an intellectual reflection on how your research vision aligns with this position and, where possible, how it connects with other research lines in our department. Visit our department homepage to get an idea of our current research groups and people: Software Technology – TU Delft. The research statement may be as short as one page, but no longer than three pages.
4. Statement on education. Your teaching vision should outline the topics or course programmes you feel confident teaching and can bring to life with that magic touch of contagious enthusiasm. We are also interested in your perspective on teaching and supervision, both in classroom settings and when working with individual students or small groups. Please visit our curricula overviews for our BSc programme Computer Science and Engineering, and our MSc programmes in Computer Science and Data Science and AI Technology (all taught in English). The education statement is typically one page, but no longer than three pages.

You can address your application to Andy Zaidman, Full Professor and Head of Department.