Vacature Open Science and Recognition and Rewards Trainer

Open Science and Recognition and Rewards Trainer in Maastricht

Do you want to play a key role in advancing the Recognition and Rewards (R&R) programme at Maastricht University? Are you excited about empowering colleagues with the skills and knowledge needed to embed Open Science (OS) practices into their work and evaluations? This is your chance to join an innovative and impactful initiative!

Job Description

As the Open Science Trainer for Work Package 2, you will be responsible for training staff who will serve as trainers within the institution, focusing on effectively implementing Open Science (OS) principles within the Recognition and Rewards (R&R) framework. While the training materials and programme structure will be led by the project experts, you will play a pivotal role in facilitating and delivering high-quality, impactful training sessions.

This position is integral to UM’s efforts to empower academic leaders and staff, ensuring the sustainability of the R&R programme through the "train the trainer" model. You will work closely with UM’s Recognition & Rewards team, P&D (HR), and the University Library to contextualise and deliver training tailored to the institution's needs, fostering a shared understanding of Open Science and its role in career development and evaluations. You will be actively involved in informing the community about the training alongside the R&R communication advisor. Networking with relevant stakeholders is also an essential part of this task to support the culture change we are working towards with R&R.

• Deliver training sessions to staff who will take on the role of trainers within their faculties or departments.
• Facilitate interactive workshops, practical sessions, and group discussions to help participants gain confidence and competence in Open Science evaluation and contextualisation.
• Provide guidance and support to trainers-in-training, ensuring they are well-prepared to deliver sessions effectively within their respective contexts.
• Collaborate with project experts to ensure alignment between training content and delivery methods.
• Act as the point of contact for trainers-in-training, addressing questions and feedback to refine and enhance training sessions.
• Maintain records of training participation and outcomes to report on progress and impact.
• Contribute to fostering a culture of learning, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the R&R programme.

Requirements

We are seeking an engaging and experienced trainer who is passionate about empowering others and has the ability to connect with diverse audiences. You should have a solid understanding of training facilitation, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to supporting cultural change within higher education.

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• Demonstrated experience in delivering interactive training sessions, ideally in academic or organisational contexts.
• Ability to coach and guide individuals who will become trainers, focusing on their development and confidence.
• Familiarity with Open Science principles and their relevance to academic evaluation and career development.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Dutch.
• Proven ability to engage with diverse audiences and tailor delivery methods to their needs.
• Organisational skills to track and report on training progress effectively.
• A proactive mindset and enthusiasm for contributing to the Recognition and Rewards programme.

What we offer

As Open Science and Recognition and Rewards Trainer at Maastricht University Office , you will be employed by the most international university in the Netherlands, located in the beautiful city of Maastricht. In addition, we offer you:

• Good employment conditions. The position is graded in scale 10 according to UFO profile Instructor, with corresponding salary based on experience ranging from €3378,00 and €5331,00 gross per month (based on a full-time employment of 38 hours per week). In addition to the monthly salary, an 8.0% holidayallowance and an 8.3% year-end bonus apply.
• An employment contract for a period of 12 months with a scope of 0,3 FTE.
• At Maastricht University, the well-being of our employees is of utmost importance, we offer flexible working hours and the possibility to work partly from home if the nature of your position allows it. You will receive a monthly commuting and internet allowance for this. If you work full-time, you will be entitled to 29 vacation days and 4 additional public holidays per year, namely carnival Monday, carnival Tuesday, Good Friday, and Liberation Day. If you choose to accumulate compensation hours, an additional 12 days will be added. Furthermore, you can personalize your employment conditions through a collective labor agreement (CAO) choice model.
• As Maastricht University, we offer various other excellent secondary employment conditions. These include a good pension scheme with the ABP and the opportunity for UM employees to participate in company fitness and make use of the extensive sports facilities that we also offer to our students.
• Last but certainly not least, we provide the space and facilities for your personal and professional development. We facilitate this by offering a wide range of training programs and supporting various well-established initiatives such as 'acknowledge and appreciate'.
  
  

The terms of employment at Maastricht University are largely set out in the collective labor agreement of Dutch Universities. In addition, local provisions specific to UM apply. For more information,click here

Maastricht University

Why work at Maastricht University?

At Maastricht University (UM), everything revolves around the future. The future of our students, as we work to equip them with a solid, broad-based foundation for the rest of their lives. And the future of society, as we seek solutions through our research to issues from all around the world. Our six faculties combined provide a comprehensive package of study programmes and research.

In our teaching, we use the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) method. Students work in small groups, looking for solutions to problems themselves. By discussing issues and working together to draw conclusions, formulate answers and present them to their peers, students develop essential skills for their future careers.

With over 22,300 students and more than 5,000 employees from all over the world, UM is home to a vibrant and inspiring international community.

Are you drawn to an international setting focused on education, science and scholarship? Are you keen to contribute however your skills and qualities allow? Our door is open to you! As a young European university, we value your talent and look forward to creating the future together.

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Maastricht University Office

The Maastricht University Office (MUO) is a network organisation to facilitate and promote UM activities both internally and externally. The MUO consists of seven departments and encompasses various initiatives and projects. It also works for and with the Executive Board, faculties and service centres.

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Applying?

Or are you already convinced and ready to become our new Open Science and Recognition and Rewards Trainer? Apply now, no later than June 15, 2025, for this position.

The vacancy is open for internal and external candidates. In case of equal qualifications, internal candidates will be prioritized.

Maastricht University is committed to promoting and nurturing a diverse and inclusive community. We believe that diversity in our staff and student population contributes to the quality of research and education at UM, and strive to enable this through inclusive policies and innovative projects led by teams of staff and students. We encourage you to apply for this position.