Teacher and researcher Environmental Psychology

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Join our Environmental Psychology team. for a teacher and researcher position at the university of Groningen.

Faculty of Behavioural and Social Sciences Solliciteer uiterlijk: 16 August 2026 23:59 Dutch local time €3.706 - €4.925

Teacher and researcher Environmental Psychology

https://werkenbij.rug.nl/vacature/teacher-and-researcher-environmental-psychology-2263/

What are you going to do?

• A completed (Research) Master’s degree in Social and Behavioral Sciences focusing on environmental psychology.
• Experience and interest in teaching students.
• Interest in innovative teaching methods.
• Good oral and writing skills in English and preferably also in Dutch.
• Contribute to research and teaching in environmental psychology.
• Affinity with research methods and statistical analyses in environmental psychology.
• Experience with and/or openness to interdisciplinary collaborations and collaborations with societal partners.
• Possession of the University Teaching qualification (UTQ) is recommended.
• Excellent social and communicative skills and ability to work in groups.
• Important competencies in this position are analytical capacity, presenting and result orientation. Faculty of Behavioural and Social Sciences Solliciteer uiterlijk: 16 August 2026 23:59 Dutch local time €3.706 - €4.925

Who are you?

We are looking for a teacher and researcher in the field of Environmental Psychology. This temporary position is within the basic unit of Environmental Psychology. The position includes 0.8 FTE teaching and 0,15 FTE research on temporary projects related to electric vehicle adoption and usage among individuals as well as organizations. These research projects include collaboration with external partners.

The candidate contributes to teaching in environmental psychology at the level of the BSc program in psychology, as well as the MSc program in Environmental Psychology. Teaching within the Faculty is provided in various teaching methods, both in English and in Dutch.

What can you expect from us?

• In accordance with the collective labor agreement for Dutch universities, we offer a salary of at least € 3.706 (schaal 10) up to a maximum of € 4.925 (schaal 10.7) gross per month for a full-time employment contract.
• 232 vacation hours per year, based on a 38-hour workweek (1.0 FTE). You can also work more or fewer hours in exchange for more or fewer free hours. For example, with a 40-hour workweek, you save 96 extra free hours, and with a 36-hour workweek, you lose 96 hours.
• End-of-year bonus of 8.3% and 8% holiday allowance.
• Extensive opportunities for personal and professional development.
• A temporary contract for a period of 1 year and includes 0.8 FTE teaching and 0.15 FTE research on temporary projects. The position is classified in accordance with the University Job Classification (UFO) system; the UFO profile is Teacher 4. The interviews are scheduled for the end of August.

Where will you be working?

At the University of Groningen (UG), researchers from all fields of academia and technology are working on academic challenges and societal questions. Lecturers prepare their students for meaningful careers within or outside the academic world. Interdisciplinary research and teaching, sharing of knowledge, collaboration with businesses, government institutions, and societal organizations are aspects that are of the utmost importance to this European top university. The UG aims to be an open academic community with an inclusive and safe working climate that invites you to add your value.

The Faculty of Behavioural and Social Sciences (GMW) excels in research and teaching in the areas of behaviour, thinking, learning, and participation in society. More than 4,500 students and approximately 650 staff address social questions and challenges that people experience in daily life. Our core focus is on individual and societal resilience and how to strengthen it. We focus on current themes such as health and wellbeing, sustainable living, learning and development, inclusive society, safe and healthy upbringing, and work and collaboration. If you would like to learn more about the Faculty of Behavioural and Social Sciences, visit rug.nl/gmw.

The Department of Psychology has a strong (inter)national reputation in its education and research, which is organized by means of nine research units. The candidate will be embedded in the Environmental Psychology unit which is known for their strong research focus and international activities. The Environmental Psychology unit emphasizes working with external parties and attracting funding from a broad range of sources.

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Application procedure

Step 1: Your application After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation by email.

Step 2: Selection The selection committee assesses your application and you will be notified as soon as possible whether you are invited for an interview.

Step 3: First interview We would like to get to know each other better in a first interview, which can take place either online or on location.

Step 4: Second interview and possible assessment or guest lectureWe may schedule a second interview with you. Depending on the position, this interview can be complemented with an assessment or guest lecture.

Step 5: Terms of employment meeting After a positive interview, we will discuss the terms of employment together. When everything is completed, we are happy to welcome you at the University of Groningen!

Interested?

Does this vacancy appeal to you? If so, click on the button below and apply straightaway.

Please add the following documents to your application:

• CV.
• Cover letter.

Start date is ideally October 1st, 2026.

Do you have any questions or need more information?

• Questions about the content of the job?

Ellen van der Werff

Associate Professor

Ellen.van.der.Werff@rug.nl

• Questions about your application process?

Jasmin Claassen

Human Resources Adviser

J.R.Claassen@rug.nl Information about applying

When scheduling meetings, we will take your schedule into account as much as possible.

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