Learning & Development Specialist

Human Resources Management (HRM) focuses on providing HRM support to employees and management, for both academic and professional staff. From the first contact a potential employee has with TU/e, to the end of their contract (i.e. inflow, throughflow, and outflow). A clear service portfolio, talent development and retention, and talent attraction and onboarding are HRM’s top priorities.

The Learning & Development team is part of Human Resource Management (HRM) at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). Our mission is to support the growth and development of all university employees by strengthening the capabilities they need to thrive in a dynamic academic environment. We design, develop, and deliver learning initiatives that enhance key HR-related capabilities, related to leadership, career development, and wellbeing & safety.

Job Description

The L&D team is in an exciting phase of development. We recently launched a new digital learning platform (Staff Learning Hub) and are expanding our service portfolio. To keep our learning operations running well and ensure high-quality execution of our learning programs, we are looking for an L&D Specialist. To strengthen our team, we are looking for a talented and enthusiastic Learning & Development Specialist who is passionate about capability building and creating impactful learning experiences.

This role sits at the heart of our team's day-to-day operations. You work alongside our two L&D coordinators and four L&D specialists as a peer, contributing to shared projects and keeping the operational engine running smoothly. As L&D Specialist, you are a trusted advisor for the Business on (all) strategic L&D topics and make impact on TU/e’s learning culture, the (future proof) curriculum and the overall employee experience of TU/e employees. You will work in a small team, alongside other L&D specialists, contributing to shared projects and learning programs. You bring both execution power and a process mindset: you get things done and you think about how to do them better.

What You Will Do

1. Maintaining learning programs, especially for PhD and EngDs

• You create, maintain, and publish (digital) learning content in our Staff Learning Hub (our new digital learning platform).
• You co-design learning solutions in execution: building content structures, developing materials.
• You are responsible for supplier selections and vendor management.
• You contribute to measurement and evaluation activities, including the execution of health checks and learning quality and effectiveness assessments.

2. L&D Business Partner

• You advise and support HR advisors and other stakeholders with L&D-related questions.
• You contribute to jointly promoting the L&D vision, strategy, and learning offer across the TU/e.
• You execute (aligned) business and learning needs analysis across (service) departments to develop and maintain a futureproof L&D Portfolio.
• You keep up to date on developments in the L&D field whilst building your network and connecting with other teams within TU/e and external L&D experts.

Job Requirements

Experience & Knowledge

• Experience with digital learning platforms and online content creation — you have built or managed content in an LMS, LXP, or similar digital learning environment.
• Affinity with learning design principles — you understand what makes a good learning experience, even if your role is more execution than strategy.
• Experience with coordination and project management in an L&D or HR context.
• Familiarity with vendor management processes is a plus (following up on deliverables, managing timelines, liaising with suppliers).
• Affinity with AI tools is a plus — you are curious about how AI can support content creation, learning personalization, or operational efficiency. You don't need to be an expert, but you're open to experimenting and learning.

Note: This is not an HRM subject matter expert role. Deep expertise in HR policy or HR strategy is not required. What matters is your L&D operational and digital expertise.

Personal Profile

• You are hands-on and practical: you like getting things done, not just planning them.
• You are process-minded: you naturally think about how to do things more efficiently and consistently.
• You are digitally curious: you have experience working with online learning tools, and the arrival of new tools and platforms energizes you rather than unsettles you.
• You are a team player: you value working together on projects and don't prefer to operate in a silo.

Conditions of Employment

A role with real ownership and variety: A collegial team of motivated colleagues with a range of different skills and backgrounds. The opportunity to contribute to the build-out and optimization of our new digital learning platform. A position within a team that is actively modernizing how learning works in our organization.

We also offer you:

• Salary in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities, scale 10/11, ranging from € 3.706,- to € 6.682,- gross base salary per month (full-time), depending on your knowledge and experience.
• In addition to your base salary, you will receive an 8% holiday allowance and an 8.3% year-end bonus, both calculated based on your annual gross base salary.
• Generous leave options: a standard 29 days (based on a 38 hour working week) per year that you can increase to 41 days by working two hours more per week (flexible working hours). This is prorated if you work part-time.
• As a TU/e employee, you participate in the ABP pension scheme, providing retirement pension and pension benefits for surviving dependents and occupational disability. TU/e pays 70% of the pension premium, while employees contribute the remaining 30%.
• A favorable arrangement for more holidays or a sabbatical.
• A selection model for additional fringe benefits.
• Working hours in consultation for an optimal work-life balance.
• This position is supported by project funding and is initially available for a one-year term.
• Unlimited access to the modern on‑campus TU/e Student Sports Center at an exceptionally affordable rate.
• We support your wellbeing with free 24/7 access to OpenUp, providing you and your family with mental health support, expert guidance, and online training.
• Scope for your talent with advancement prospects and excellent development opportunities such as mentoring, workshops and coaching.
• Partially paid parental leave and reimbursement for commuting expenses, working from home and the internet.

On our website you can discover even more information about our conditions of employment. Build on your career at TU/e!

About us

We are a leading international university where scientific curiosity meets a hands-on mindset. We work in an open and collaborative way with high-tech industries to tackle complex societal challenges. Our responsible and respectful approach ensures impact — today and in the future. TU/e is home to over 13,000 students and more than 7,000 staff, forming a diverse and vibrant academic community.

Our university is located in Brainport Eindhoven — a world‑leading tech region with more than 7,000 high‑tech companies and strong R&D activity. Known for breakthroughs in AI, photonics, semiconductors and advanced manufacturing, Brainport is a place where technology serves people and society. Learn more about the Brainport region here.

Information

Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to have more information about the position, please contact the hiring manager: Ingrid Roosenboom, Head of HR Talent Development via i.e.j.roosenboom@tue.nl

Visit our website for more information about the application process. You can also contact our Senior Recruiter, Rob van der Linden via r.m.e.v.d.linden@tue.nl

Are you inspired and would like to know more about working at TU/e? Please visit our career page.

Application

If you are interested, please use the ‘apply’ button to send us your CV and letter of application with your motivation and a description of your qualifications. Ensure that you submit all the requested application documents. We give priority to complete applications.

Screening of candidates begins as soon as applications are received and continues until the position is filled. Where applicable, internal candidates will be given priority over external candidates where they are equally suitable.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Please note

• You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post.
• A pre-employment screening (e.g. knowledge security check) can be part of the selection procedure. For more information on the knowledge security check, please consult the National Knowledge Security Guidelines.
• Unfortunately, due to the current closure of the Dutch embassy in Tehran, we are unable to consider applications from candidates residing in Iran at this time, as the required immigration procedures cannot be completed. For further information, please visit our FAQ page.
• Important for non-EU applicants: Please be aware that for this position, specific residence permit requirements apply. If you are a non-EU national, you may not be eligible to legally work in this role under current Dutch immigration regulations. We strongly advise you to contact our Staff Immigration Team (staffimmigration@tue.nl) before applying to check your eligibility and to receive further guidance.
• Please do not contact us for unsolicited services.

Type of employment: temporary employment with possibility of permanent employment | Contract type: full-time/part-time | Number of positions: 1 | Full-time equivalent: 0.8 - 1.0 FTE | City: Eindhoven | County: Noord-Brabant | Country: Netherlands | Reference number: 2026/517 | Published: 2026-08-26 | Last application date: 2026-09-26