Sciences itself brings together a large group of academics from a wide range of disciplinary backgrounds, all addressing human movement as the topic of their research and education.
One of our key strengths is our critical mass of high-quality academics. This resulted in the department recently being ranked #7 globally in the Shanghai Global Ranking of Sport Science Schools and Departments (and #1 in the Netherlands). We are searching for a candidate who focuses on the field of sport, exercise and performance psychology. Note that in the Netherlands, sport psychology is very broadly defined to include work in skill acquisition and motor control. We encourage people with expertise in these fields to also apply.
Your duties
The candidate is expected to:
- conduct high-quality teaching in sport and performance psychology
- help to enhance our educational program in sport and performance psychology
- supervise student research projects in sport psychology
- contribute to innovative research in collaboration with others in our department
- be an active part of our department (participate in departmental work groups, commissions, project teams, activities and tasks)
- generate economic and/or societal as well as scientific impact as a result of your teaching
Where to apply
Website: https://www.academictransfer.com/en/jobs/363953/lecturer-sport-and-performance-psychology/apply/
Requirements
- completed PhD (or close to completion) in sport, exercise and/or performance psychology, human movement sciences, or a related area
- teaching qualification and experience (as evidenced by excellent teaching evaluations)
- excellent communication and organisational skills
- demonstrated methodological and analytical skills relevant to sport psychology
- demonstrated knowledge and skills in data science and/or qualitative analyses relevant for the field
- knowledge of and affinity with sports and other high-achievement settings (e.g., military, police, dance, music)
- the ability to teach and work in both English and Dutch, or a willingness to learn each language in a reasonable period of time
As a university, we strive for equal opportunities for all, recognising that diversity takes many forms. We believe that diversity in all its complexity is invaluable for the quality of our teaching, research and service. We are always looking for talent with diverse backgrounds and experiences. This also means that we are committed to creating an inclusive community so that we can use diversity as an asset.
We realise that each individual brings a unique set of skills, expertise and mindset. Therefore we are happy to invite anyone who recognises themselves in the profile to apply, even if you do not meet all the requirements.
Additional Information
A challenging position in a socially involved organization. The job profile is based on the university job ranking system (Lecturer, level 3) and is vacant for 1.0 FTE for an appointment for up to four years. On full-time basis the remuneration amounts to a minimum gross monthly salary of € 4.925,00 (Scale 11) and maximum € 6.682,00 (Scale 11), the exact salary depends on your education and experience.
Additionally, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam offers excellent fringe benefits and various schemes and regulations to promote a good work/life balance, such as:
- a maximum of 41 days of annual leave based on full-time employment.
- an additional 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% end-of-year bonus.
- solid pension scheme (ABP).
- contribution to commuting expenses.
- optional model for designing a personalised benefits package.
Are you interested in this position? Please apply via the application button and upload your curriculum vitae and cover letter by October 15, 2026.
Applications received by e-mail will not be processed.
Vacancy questions
If you have any questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:
Name: Dr Raoul Oudejans
Position: Associate Professor (Universitair Hoofddocent [UHD])
E-mail: r.oudejans@vu.nl
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available: 1
Company/Institute: Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Country: Netherlands
City: Amsterdam
Postal Code: 1081BT
Street: Van der Boechorststraat 7
