The Young Academy Twente (YAT) is looking for new members.

Are you an early-career researcher or teacher who wants to actively shape the future of the University of Twente? Would you like to contribute to an environment where early-career academics can reach their full potential? And are you interested in connecting with peers across all faculties?

Then consider joining YAT.

As YAT, we build a community of young academics, provide a platform for academic leadership, and strengthen our university's societal impact. YAT has three core tasks:

• Support. We support early-career academics in their development as educators, scientists, leaders, and entrepreneurs within and beyond their own fields. We contribute to an inclusive and inspiring working environment at UT.
• Advise. We provide both solicited and unsolicited advice to the UT community (including the Executive Board and Strategic Board) on topics related to research, education, and innovation.
• Connect. We foster interdisciplinarity and strengthen the connection between science and society.

As a YAT member, you actively contribute to these core tasks, with an expected time investment of approximately 8 hours per month. This can include organizing events, contributing to policy discussions, or initiating your own ideas and activities.

Who can apply?

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate excellence in research, education, innovation, and/or outreach in the broadest sense. We aim for a diverse and balanced membership across all five UT faculties, which is taken into account during the selection process.

Membership is for a period of four years. Applicants should have obtained their PhD within the past 10 years. It is important to mention that this period may be extended by up to 18 months for parenthood or other valid reasons.

If you are interested in joining YAT, please submit:

• A one-page motivation statement outlining why you would like to become a member and what you would like to contribute. Please include one paragraph highlighting your strengths or impact at UT and beyond.
• A maximum of two-page CV.

Applications can be sent to youngacademy@utwente.nl before 15 May 2026.

For more information about YAT, please visit our website or contact one of our members.