University of Twente

University of Twente

Develop yourself to the full potential at the University of Twente
JOIN THE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY THAT PUTS PEOPLE FIRST

At the University of Twente, we are pioneers in fusing technology, science and engineering with social sciences to impact the world around us. Our driving force as students, scientists and educators is a deep sense of connection with people who share a curious, entrepreneurial spirit.

Shape new opportunities for yourself, your colleagues and our society. Whether you are scientist or educator, administrator or facilitator, thinker or doer, energetic leader or quiet supporter, at the University of Twente, you can be sure that your efforts matter – and that you do, too.

 

 

Be a part of a leading tech university that is changing our world for the better

Your job will make a difference by helping the wider UT community towards meaningful breakthroughs, for example at our cutting-edge research institutes, the MESA+ Institute for Nanotechnology, the TechMed Centre and the Digital Society Institute.

 

Thrive in our open, inclusive and entrepreneurial climate

Whatever your job or tasks at the UT, you will contribute to a fair, inclusive, tech-enabled tomorrow. You will be actively involved in helping us to make those qualities a reality here and now. As a people-first organization with an informal culture, we value inclusiveness and accessibility. Your personal and professional wellbeing and growth matter to us. And as our country’s most entrepreneurial university, we promise that the further you want to reach, the harder we’ll work to support you.

 

Make healthy choices with our flexible, customizable conditions

We serve society best by bringing out the best in our people. This is why we encourage healthy choices with offers such as free sports activities, counselling, on-the-job massage or on annual Health Week. Our magnificent, one-of-a-kind, green campus provides the ideal setting for all of this. Follow your personal preferences, for example when it comes to training, finances, insurance benefits, or our generous sabbatical and leave arrangements.

 
HIGH TECH - HUMAN TOUCH

Strengthen society with sustainable solutions. For us, People-First means that anybody is welcome. We do everything within our power to be as inclusive as possible and to mitigate the divisions in society as far as we are able. But we will only realise our mission to be the ultimate People-First university by genuinely working together. And giving you the freedom to pursue your chosen career path. With pride. As a technical university that places humanity at its core, we see three societal themes that present us with major challenges. These are summed up in the following question:

“How do we make the greatest contribution to a fair, sustainable and digital society between now and 2030?”

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WORK TO MAKE THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE

Work as a researcher at the interface between technology and society. We facilitate this within our world-renowned research institutes. Not only in terms of research in nanotechnology (MESA+ Institute) but also in ICT (Digital Society Institute), and biomedical technology and technical medicine (TechMed Institute). Additionally, we conduct research within administrative sciences, geo-information sciences and earth observation. So, you want to join in?

 

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REALISING THE BIGGEST SOLUTIONS AT THE SMALLEST EXTREMES

The MESA+ Institute is a leading research institute in the field of nanotechnology. We focus on key enablers – photonics, fluidics, hard materials, soft materials and devices, combined with responsible research & innovation – and their convergence to deliver disruptive innovations in most societal challenges.

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DIGITAL SOCIETY INSITUTE

WORKING ON THE FUTURE OF OUR DIGITAL SOCIETY

The Digital Society Institute (DSI) is one of the three multidisciplinary research institutes of the University of Twente. The Digital Society Institute contributes to responsible digitisation and the seamless alignment of technology to people and their needs. We focus on five themes: Data Science & Artificial Intelligence, Smart Industry, E-health, Robotics and Cybersecurity.

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TECHNICAL MEDICAL CENTRE

IMPROVING HEALTHCARE USING PERSONALISED TECHNOLOGY

The Technical Medical (TechMed) Centre is a leading innovation hub that impacts the healthcare sector through outstanding research, innovation and education programmes. The TechMed Centre is equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure ranging from research laboratories, pre-clinical living labs and simulated hospital environments.

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THE ONLY CAMPUS IN THE NETHERLANDS
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The University of Twente has a green campus. By this we mean a lively, inspiring, green and safe environment for our colleagues, students and guests. Education, research, living, sports and culture all come together here. Our High-Tech – Human Touch mindset merges together on the campus. The technology we realise here impacts people and society. Our large campus inspires you to look beyond your own discipline. All kinds of disciplines are within reach. Be inspired by our multidisciplinary approach. In both scientific and social innovation processes.

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