Are you inspired by tissue and organ regeneration in the human body? Are you intrigued by engineering implants that induce and work synergistically with regenerating tissue to restore function? Are you fascinated by working at the cross-section of computational biomechanics, machine learning and data science? Join us as Assistant or Associate Professor in Biomechanics of Regenerative Implants at the Eindhoven University of Technology!
Job Description
As an assistant/associate professor, you will establish a new research direction in the field of Regenerative Engineering & Materials (REM), with a strong emphasis on biomechanics of regenerative implants. Preference will be given to those focusing on hard tissues. Your research profile complements the existing areas of research within the REM cluster and the department of Biomedical Engineering. This should include expertise in computational biomechanics and preferably experience/expertise in data-driven and hybrid modeling approaches. In addition to your own research, there are ample opportunities to collaborate on multidisciplinary research projects. You will take the lead in attracting funding for your research and will build connections and collaborations with researchers and research programs within the cluster, the department, TU/e, and internationally. You will develop, teach, and continuously improve courses for the BSc, MSc, and PhD educational programs in the Biomedical Engineering department, particularly in the area of biomechanics. You will supervise and mentor BSc, MSc, EngD, and PhD students, empowering the next generation of engineers, and you will conduct your research in our shared laboratories and computational facilities, where we collectively support one another in accessing advanced infrastructure.
Job Requirements
The following criteria are required for the job depending on working experience and level of professorship (Assistant or Associate Professor). For the more experienced profiles we expect more academic seniority in all aspects of the required academic profile (research, impact/valorization, education and leadership):
- An ambitious, collaborative, and passionate researcher and educator with a PhD in the field of biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, or similar, with a keen interest in biomechanics and regenerative medicine.
- A distinguished record of academic achievements in research and education reflected in high-quality, impactful publications, research-based product ideas, patents, or other outputs.
- Ability to secure external research funding.
- An informed vision on teaching and learning within your own discipline. Affinity to contribute to the teaching program of the cluster. Demonstrated experience or assistance in teaching is an advantage.
- Strong cooperation skills and ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.
- 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 and preferably also in Dutch.
- We find it important that our staff reflects the 50% gender balance in our student population and therefore specifically invite female talent to apply.
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, green campus within walking distance of the central train station. In addition, we offer you:
- A tailor-made career proposal (Assistant or Associate Professor) will be considered given your experience and track record.
- Salary in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities, for a junior Assistant Professor this is (scale 11) min. €4,728 to max. €6,433 gross per month (on a full-time basis). For an Associate Professor the range of the gross salary is (scale 13/14) min. €6,512 to max. €8,673 gross per month (on a full-time basis).
- A year-end bonus of 8.3% and annual vacation pay of 8%.
- For the Assistant Professor position we offer a development track with the prospect of becoming an Associate Professor.
- 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, on-campus children's day care and sports facilities.
- Unlimited access to the modern on‑campus TU/e Student Sports Center at an exceptionally affordable rate.
- 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.
- The start date of this position is flexible and in agreement with the candidate.
On our website you can discover even more information about our conditions of employment. Build on your career at TU/e!
About us
Eindhoven University of Technology is an internationally top-ranking university in the Netherlands that combines scientific curiosity with a hands-on attitude. Our spirit of collaboration translates into an open culture and a top five position in collaborating with advanced industries. Fundamental knowledge enables us to design solutions for the highly complex problems of today and tomorrow.
We are a leading international university where scientific curiosity meets a hands-on mindset. We work in an open and collaborative way with high-tech industries to tackle complex societal challenges. Our responsible and respectful approach ensures impact — today and in the future. TU/e is home to over 13,000 students and more than 7,000 staff, forming a diverse and vibrant academic community.
Our university is located in Brainport Eindhoven — a world‑leading tech region with more than 7,000 high‑tech companies and strong R&D activity. Known for breakthroughs in AI, photonics, semiconductors and advanced manufacturing, Brainport is a place where technology serves people and society. Learn more about the Brainport region here.
The Department of Biomedical Engineering (BmE) is at the forefront of groundbreaking research in Regenerative Engineering & Materials, Chemical Biology, and Biomedical Imaging & Modelling. Our primary goal is to educate the next generation of biomedical engineers, who are knowledgeable, socially aware, entrepreneurial, and responsible professionals. To do so, we provide a safe and inclusive environment that challenges students and staff to learn, explore, and develop their talents. The close connection between science, engineering, education, students, and staff is a key principle of our department, where new scientific insights and developments are quickly integrated into education, and students learn and are inspired by biomedical challenges. The combination of engineering and life sciences positions us well to make significant contributions to several exciting and promising research areas, including immune-engineering and regenerative medicine, systems and synthetic biology, the application of AI in molecular design, image analysis, and medical decision support. The scientific questions we address are inspired by fundamental challenges in biomedicine and healthcare, and we actively pursue the translation of scientific insights and new therapeutic and diagnostic approaches in partnership with healthcare providers and the medical industry, and by promoting biotech entrepreneurship among our staff.
Cluster Regenerative Engineering & Materials (REM) aims to investigate and deliver cutting-edge engineering solutions for the field of regenerative medicine. This includes basic and applied research as well as methodological innovations in the fields of tissue engineering, organ regeneration, engineered disease modelling, biomaterials & biofabrication, computational modelling, and data sciences. Current research focuses on cardiovascular, orthopaedic, and soft connective tissues, as well as the mechanobiological and immunological aspects of tissue and organ development, adaptation, degeneration, and regeneration. Cluster members are nationally and internationally highly competitive. Research is often performed in close collaboration with clinical partners, patient organizations, or industry. The cluster's educational curriculum includes all relevant basic and applied courses in (computational) tissue engineering, regenerative medicine, biomechanics, and numerical methods at the Bachelor’s and Master’s levels, with a keen eye for frontier engineering approaches. Moreover, the Department runs a joint master track in Regenerative Medicine and Technology with the University Medical Center Utrecht.
Collaborations and opportunities
The Dutch regenerative medicine field is extensive and internationally leading. The REM cluster at TU/e is positioned very well within the Dutch landscape, with excellent visibility and connections to other groups and institutes. Cluster members are involved in the Institute for Complex Molecular Systems, the Materials Technology Institute, and EAISI, TU/e's cross-departmental institute for Artificial Intelligence. REM staff take leading positions in several national and international public-private consortia, a gravitation program, a Summit program, and a National Growth Fund in regenerative medicine. Many BmE staff have obtained prestigious personal grants such as Veni/Vidi/Vici, ERC Starting, Consolidator and Advanced grants.
Regenerative medicine is a topic of common interest across research groups in the Department of Biomedical Engineering, such as Chemical Biology, Biomaterials Science, and Photoacoustics & Ultrasound. Within TU/e, collaborations exist with the Department of Mechanical Engineering, for example, on lab-on-chip developments, and with the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science on methodological advancements of AI.
Information
Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to know more? Please contact Prof.dr. Keita Ito ([email protected]) or Dr.ir. Sandra Loerakker ([email protected]).
Visit our website for more information about the application process. You can also contact Marjon Temmink at [email protected].
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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. Kindly note that we may reach out to references at any stage of the recruitment process. We recommend notifying your references upon submitting your application.
- Description of your scientific interests and plans (1-2 pages).
- Statement of your teaching goals and experience (1-2 pages).
Ensure that you submit all the requested application documents. Please note that incomplete applications may not be considered and could be rejected.
We look forward to receiving your application at the latest July 31st 23:59 CET, 2026. Applications will be reviewed after 31 May and thereafter they are received. The recruitment process will include the following sequential selection rounds:
- Online interviews with the selection committee in late August or early September 2026.
- A short list of candidates will be invited to visit us on campus, including interviews and introduction program to get to know the group, the department and our university. We expect this to take place in September or early October 2026.
- Formal final interview with a Recruitment Advisory Committee on our campus. This is expected to take place in October or November 2026.
Please note
- You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post.
- A pre-employment screening (e.g. knowledge security check) can be part of the selection procedure. For more information on the knowledge security check, please consult the National Knowledge Security Guidelines.
- Please do not contact us for unsolicited services.
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Type of employment: Permanent position
Contract type: Full time
Salary: Scale 11-14
Number of positions: 1
Full-time equivalent: 1.0 FTE
City: Eindhoven
County: Noord-Brabant
Country: Netherlands
Reference number: 2026/272
Published: 2026-05-06
Last application date: 2026-07-31
