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Job description

As the Group Manager, you will be responsible for managing and inspiring our Smart Backend team of around twenty researchers, engineers, and scientific software developers. The department consists of five groups that together are responsible for all technological innovation within ASTRON: from antenna design to monitoring and control software for our telescopes, from system engineering to data processing and analysis tools. You will be responsible for the strategic and tactical direction of the group, including methodology, expertise, and way of working, now and in the future. You will initiate and coordinate innovation via the Technology Roadmap, organize strategic collaborations with external industry and science partners, and assist in the acquisition of new projects in line with our ambition. You will also be responsible for the operational aspects of the group, including financial management, resource planning, and people management.

You will work closely with the other group managers and program managers to decide together on actions and decisions, with short lines to the ASTRON Management Team. You will actively participate in the I&S management team, which is responsible for all technological innovation within ASTRON. 

Your profile

You have experience in a leading position in a high-tech or scientific development environment and a strong ambition to coach your team to excel in solving the hardest and most urgent bottlenecks in data processing. You have a keen eye for the latest technologies and a drive to assess them on their feasibility in cutting-edge scientific problems. You also have a master’s or PhD and working experience in computing science or comparable experience, preferably in the areas of scientific algorithms, high-performance computing, or software engineering. Having the ability to communicate effectively and establish collaboration are a must. Also, you show proactive initiatives, take ownership, and demonstrate your creativity. You speak Dutch at B2 level or are willing to learn it.

What you can expect from us

• An inspiring, innovative, pleasant, and challenging working environment with an international and inclusive work culture.
• The combination of astronomy, operations and engineering in the same building. 
• The opportunity and the facilities to grow and develop yourself in this position.
• A 32- 38 hours/ week temporary appointment in the service of the Netherlands Foundation of Scientific Research Institutes (NWO-I) for the duration of in total 2 years which will become permanent based on good performance.
• A gross monthly salary on a full-time basis, in the range of € 5.657 to € 6.890 depending on relevant experience. A holiday allowance of 8% and a year-end bonus of 8.33% of the gross annual salary.
• A good package of benefits like pension plan,  discount on health insurance and travel expenses scheme.
• Flexible working conditions of employment tailored to your personal situation, generous relocation expenses and support with finding accommodation and support to find a suitable job for your partner.

The terms of employment are in accordance with the Dutch Collective Labour Agreement Research Institutions.

NWO-I and ASTRON strive for a diverse workforce: we want to develop talent and creativity by bringing together people from different backgrounds and cultures. We recruit and select based on competencies and talents. Therefore, we encourage anyone who identifies with the vacancy, regardless of age, gender, origin, orientation or disability, to respond. More information about our diversity & inclusivity just click on this link.