- JOB
- Netherlands
Job Information
- Organisation/Company
- Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW)
- Research Field
- Physics
- Researcher Profile
- Recognised Researcher (R2)
- Country
- Netherlands
- Application Deadline
- Type of Contract
- Permanent
- Job Status
- Not Applicable
- Hours Per Week
- 38.0
- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
- Not funded by a EU programme
- Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
- No
Offer Description
The Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW) is looking for an iconic and authoritative ecologist for the position of director of the Netherlands Institute of Ecology (NIOO) with a broad vision, an extensive network and excellent leadership and managerial qualities.
The mission of the NIOO is to conduct leading ecological research, to stimulate ecological research in the Netherlands and to share ecological knowledge with society. In this way, the NIOO plays a unique role in fundamental and applied (inter)national ecological research. NIOO’s ecological research is in the areas of biodiversity, climate change and sustainable use of land and water.
Within and outside the Netherlands the NIOO is considered a top research institute in ecology, and was recently evaluated highly positively by an independent assessment committee. NIOO’s research takes place both inside the Netherlands and internationally. With over 300 employees, including guest employees and students, the NIOO is one of the KNAW's largest research institutes.
JOB DESCRIPTION
- You are ultimately responsible for the general and daily management of the NIOO and as such responsible for the direction of the institute, fitting within the strategy of the KNAW. You will be supported in this by the Director of Operations.
- You are tasked with ensuring that the NIOO remains a leading (inter)national institute in the future, where scientific talent can flourish.
- You are tasked with delivery of the recent NIOO strategic plan and taking the lead on future strategic planning,
- You are responsible for the work culture within the NIOO based on the five core values: Collaborative, Inclusive, Responsible, Innovative, and Impactful.
- You identify important developments in science and society, within and outside of the Netherlands, and respond adequately.
- You play an important role within (inter)national networks and collaborations in the ecological field.
- You promote interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary cooperation and collaboration to consolidate and further expand the scientific and societal stature of the NIOO. You carry out this together with universities, scientific NWO and KNAW institutes, other research institutes and social organisations.
- You position the institute with funding bodies, nationally (e.g. NWO) but emphatically also in Europe (e.g. Horizon program and ERC), as well as with foundations, social institutions, government agencies and industry and translate this into new partnerships.
- You are a figurehead and point of contact in the public debate and for the media, clearly communicating the relevance of NIOO research to current social issues.
- You represent NIOO both within the KNAW (member of the Council of Directors) and in (inter)national bodies and in this way represent the interests of NIOO and the KNAW.
Where to apply
Requirements
Specific Requirements
PROFILE
The following criteria will be considered in the selection process.
- You are an iconic and authoritative ecologist with a broad vision of science, an extensive research and social network and excellent managerial qualities.
- You have strategic thinking skills, managerial insight and carry responsibility.
- You are demonstrably capable of using your network to establish strategic alliances and acquire grants for research. You participate in public debate and are committed to scientific integrity and soundness.
- You have demonstrable leadership qualities, are creative and committed and able to lead a research institute in an inspiring way. You have an eye for what is going on within the organization, you are people-oriented, empathetic and accessible. You act as a connector and encourage cooperation. You endorse our vision on appreciative leadership with core values: connection, development and clarity.
- You have integrity, are result-oriented and decisive. You are a strong communicator, both internally and externally.
- You have affinity and experience with finance, human resources and ICT policy, and are able to bear integral responsibility for the institute.
- You have a good command of the Dutch and English languages, both spoken and written. If you do not speak Dutch, you are expected to master the Dutch language within a year.
Additional Information
Benefits
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
The contract of employment with the KNAW is entered into for an indefinite period. The appointment as institute director is for a term of five years starting April 1, 2025 or as much earlier as possible, with the intention of reappointment for a second and final term of five years.
The position will be remunerated at the level of scale 18 (Collective Agreement of Dutch Universities/KNAW). This is exclusive of 8% vacation allowance, 8.3% year-end bonus, travel allowance, internet and home working allowance and pension accrual with the ABP.
The KNAW offers its employees an excellent package of fringe benefits. A package that meets the various needs of employees depending on their stage of life, lifestyle or career ambitions.
For a complete overview of the employment conditions, please refer to the webpage: work for the Academy - KNAW.
Applying for a Certificate of Good Conduct can be part of the employment procedure
Selection process
The deadline for your response is October 31, 2024 and should be submitted at: Director Netherlands Institute of Ecology - (NIOO - KNAW) Job Details | KNAW
The KNAW follows the appointment procedure KNAW Institute Directors which has the approval of the co-determination. An assessment may be part of the selection procedure.
Additional comments
DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
The KNAW considers a working environment in which everyone feels welcome and valued of great importance. A work environment where attention is paid to individual quality and where development opportunities are paramount. Together we strive for an inclusive culture where we embrace differences. We invite candidates who want to contribute to this with their background and experience. In case of equal suitability, preference will be given to the candidate who strengthens the diversity within the KNAW in this way.
Acquisition in response to this advertisement is not appreciated.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
For further information about the position, please contact Marileen Dogterom, KNAW President. E-mail: marileen.dogterom@knaw.nl. The 1st round interviews will take place on November 26, 2024; the 2nd round interviews will take place on December 5, 2024.
NIOO-KNAW website: www.nioo.knaw.nl, KNAW website: www.knaw.nl
Location: Droevendaalsesteeg 10, Wageningen, the Netherlands.
- Website for additional job details
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available
- 1
- Company/Institute
- Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences
- Country
- Netherlands
- City
- Wageningen
- Postal Code
- 6708PB
- Street
- Droevendaalsesteeg 10
- Geofield
Contact
- City
- Amsterdam
- Website
- Street
- Kloveniersburgwal 29
- Postal Code
- 1011 JV