Assistant/Associate Professor Island Sustainability & Multidisciplinary Research

Organisation/Company

University of Aruba (UA)

Research Field

Environmental science » Ecology
Environmental science » Natural resources management

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)
Leading Researcher (R4)
Established Researcher (R3)

Application Deadline

29 Apr 2026 - 21:59 (UTC)

Country

Aruba

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Not Applicable

Hours Per Week

40.0

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by a EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

The University of Aruba is a young, dynamic, and growing university that was founded in 1988 and now consists of four faculties: the Faculty of Law, the Faculty of Accounting, Finance & Marketing, the Faculty of Hotel and Tourism Management Studies, and the Faculty of Arts and Science. Our primary activity is to provide high-quality education.
For our SISSTEM (Sustainable Island Solutions through Science, Technology, and Engineering (STEM)) program, we are looking for a highly motivated:
Assistant/Associate Professor in Island Sustainability & Multidisciplinary Research (1.0 fte)
Your main responsibilities are
As an Assistant/Associate Professor, you will:

• Teach and (co-)develop Bachelor and Master level courses within the SISSTEM programs, working closely with other lecturers and (PhD) researchers.
• Supervise and coach student research projects, theses, and internships, including methodological guidance and research quality assurance.
• Contribute to and strengthen SISSTEM’s applied research agenda in island sustainability, including (but not limited to) water–energy–food systems, ecology, circular economy, climate adaptation, coastal/marine solutions, resilient infrastructure, health & well-being, and other data-driven sustainability.
• Work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, collaborating across disciplines (e.g., engineering, environmental science, data science, social sciences, policy, business) and across different entities (government, utilities, NGOs, private sector).
• Engage with local, regional, and international stakeholders to co-create research, field pilots, and/or living-lab type projects relevant to Aruba and other Small Island States.
• Contribute to research outputs (peer-reviewed publications, reports) and to funding proposals and project development.
• Participate in academic service activities and, where relevant, program development tasks within a small university setting.

The ideal candidate

• Holds a PhD in Sustainability Science, Engineering, Environmental/Climate Sciences, Biology, Data Science, or a closely related field.
• Has proven experience in teaching, student coaching (typically 3+ years), and research.
• Demonstrates research experience relevant to island sustainability, evidenced by at least two of the following:Peer-reviewed publications and/or applied research reports in the context of island sustainability.
  Participation in island-based pilots/living labs or SIDS-relevant projects.
  Grant or proposal contributions in island sustainability themes.
  Stakeholder-engaged research outcomes in island contexts.
• Has documented experience working in multidisciplinary teams, for example, through cross-disciplinary projects, co-authored work across disciplines, or research consortia that combine technical and societal dimensions.
• Has strong supervisory skills, is a team player, but can also work independently.
• Has excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Strongly preferred

• Experience collaborating with government/industry/community partners in applied sustainability projects.
• Experience with field data collection and analysis in real-world settings (pilot operations, monitoring campaigns, techno-economic or impact assessment).
• A clear research direction that complements and expands SISSTEM’s agenda.

We offer a pleasant working environment within a small university with around 800 students that is in full development. The small scale of our organization means we offer a diverse range of work and roles, from teaching and conducting research to holding administrative positions.
This position involves a 40-hour workweek and a salary in accordance with the University of Aruba's remuneration scheme. The appointment is for a contract period of one (1) to three (3) years with the possibility of a contract extension based on a good performance evaluation and unchanged organization conditions. Part of our secondary employment conditions includes 30 vacation days, 13 ATV days, a vacation allowance, a pension plan, additional health insurance, and opportunities for personal and professional development.
Application Process
Interested? Submit your application before April 30, 2026. If you need further information regarding the position, please contact us at stem@ua.aw or hrm@ua.aw . One (or more) job interviews, a medical exam, an assessment test, and a certificate of good conduct are required by our application rules and are a standard part of our recruitment and selection procedure.

Website

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Website for additional job details

https://www.academictransfer.com/359846/

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

University of Aruba

Country

Aruba

City

Oranjestad, Aruba

Postal Code

Oranjestad

Street

J. Irausquinplein

City

Oranjestad

Website

http://www.ua.aw/

Street

J. Irausquinplein 4

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