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You have a background in mathematics and are interested in AI workflows. Furthermore, you have affinity with biology and have basic knowledge of how models can be used to understand the many aspects of biology.

We are looking for a student assistant who can assist with a project within a department that applies innovative technologies and bioinformatics tools (among others) to characterize, prevent and treat complex human diseases and improve environmental safety and health.

Within this department there are several groups who all have their own specialization and use technologies and models. The re-use of models is often very difficult because of bad structures, lack of documentation or different languages. It will be your task, among others, to help with creating a logic workflow to make these models understandable. You will do so by using AI and by working together with your colleagues.

This position regards a temporary project for 20 hours fixed per week. The actual working days can be discussed with your colleagues and will be between Monday through Friday from 08:30-17:00 pm. You will receive a salary in scale 6 of the Dutch Universities Collective Labour Agreement (€19.61 - €19.97 per hour), depending on the phase of your studies. On top of that, you will receive 8% holiday allowance and an 8.3% end-of-year bonus.

Update 12-10-2026: the first interviews have been scheduled, I cannot guarantee your application will be processed from now on.

If you are interested in this position, you can apply directly by using the button below. If you have further questions, you can get in contact with Maud Vos by calling 043-3882688 or by sending an e-mail to bureau@interum.umholding.nl.

Responsibilities

The purpose of this project is to create a workflow with which models can be made understandable for other modelers and to make sure that they can be used again (and not only by the person who created the model).

You will be starting with one model, which your colleagues will choose. You will be working on a workflow with individual steps and will improve these steps with feedback and AI. This will include adding documentation, structuring the model, using consistent names and extract the mathematics in an understandable way.

You will also work with AI to create a clear structure on how to make the model better understandable for other modelers. Furthermore, you will assist in the automatization of the model. Once that has been done, you will translate it to a universal language for models (which already exists) with which can be tested if the model provides the same results when used again.

Requirements

You have affinity with AI (workflows), mathematics and biology. Since you will be working with AI, it is beneficial if you understand how to use this in your advantage and know what information needs to be used to receive a correct answer.

Furthermore, you have the ability to understand how certain biological models work and what happens when certain information is changed.

You can work independently and in a structured manner. You are easy to work with, can speak fluent English and are motivated to contribute to the team.

With your enthusiasm about contributing to educational purposes and your excellent writing skills, you will be assisting team Student Journey. This team is part of a department that contributes to the development of a European University in collaboration with other universities. It will be your responsibility to develop a blueprint for the education given by this initiative, among other tasks such as making notes during meetings and analyzing the current internal structure.

You will be working 16 hours per week within the regular working days (Monday through Friday between 08:30-17:00 pm). The exact working days can be discussed but preferably you are able to work either 4 hour shifts or a full day. Furthermore, you will be working at the office in the city center. Once you have completed the onboarding, working from home can be discussed.

The position is classified under scale 6 of the Dutch Universities Collective Labour Agreement (cao Nederlandse Universiteiten). The salary will be based on your study year (between €19,44 and €19,97 gross per hour), plus 8% holiday allowance and an 8.3% end-of-year bonus.

If you have any questions or require more information, you can contact Maud Vos by phone at 043 - 388 26 88 or by e-mail at bureau@interum.umholding.nl.

Responsibilities

You will working on a blueprint for the education given through this initiative. This means that you will create guidelines on how to create joint courses, minors and programmes. You will of course do so with the experience and knowledge already gained within the team and department. Having good writing skills is therefore very important in this function.

Furthermore, you will be analyzing the internal structure of the department and will determine whether the current structure works effectively. You will assist with clarifying the roles, responsibilities and methods of all the different teams and will document them in a clear report.

You will also assist during meetings with taking notes, making sure that the key information is noted accurately and can also be documented clearly.

Requirements

You have great administrative skills, meaning that you are an organized person who is detail-oriented, with a keen eye for accuracy and quality. Being capable of working independently as well as working together with your colleagues is a must. You are also a fast learner, which helps you in picking up the necessary work quickly.

Furthermore, you are a motivated and driven person who is interested in contributing to educational innovation. You have strong communication skills, including excellent oral and written command of the English language on minimum B2 level. You also possess great writing skills and feel comfortable in working with documents and other educational information.

You have an interest in journalism, interviewing, European affairs, research, and news and events. Furthermore, you have strong writing and communication skills and enjoy turning complex topics into accessible and engaging content. Does this sound like you, then keep on reading.

We are looking for a student assistant who can support a programme and communications team within the Maastricht University organization with a variety of journalistic and editorial assignments. You will contribute to communicating European affairs, academic research, and current social debates to a broader audience by writing articles, conducting interviews, and by researching relevant topics. Preferably, you are a third-year Bachelor or Master student in European Affairs, Literature and Art, or Law.

This position involves approximately 8–12 hours per week for a period of six months, starting in mid- to late November. The actual working days can be discussed with your colleagues and will be set between Monday through Friday from 08:30-17:00 pm. You will receive a salary in scale 6 of the Dutch Universities Collective Labour Agreement (€19.61 - €19.97 per hour), depending on your academic year. On top of that, you will receive 8% holiday allowance and an 8.3% end-of-year bonus.

If you are interested in this position, you can apply directly by using the button below. If you have any further questions, you can get in contact with Didier Tripels by calling 043-388 26 88 or by sending an e-mail to bureau@interum.umholding.nl.

Responsibilities

You will be writing blog posts and short articles following Studio Europa events. This also includes conducting interviews with Maastricht University researchers and other experts, as well as filming short street interviews. You will prepare interview questions, research relevant topics and people, and turn interviews and conversations into engaging stories for a broader audience.

Furthermore, you will help identify researchers and experts at Maastricht University who could contribute to Studio Europa activities. You will also suggest suitable speakers and experts for upcoming events. Keeping up with relevant news, research and current debates is an important part of the role, as you will need to identify interesting topics and potential contributors.

You will also support the programme team with other editorial and research-related assignments, contributing to the development of engaging content and activities for Studio Europa.

Requirements

You have excellent written and spoken English skills, with a minimum B2 level of Dutch being a plus. You are a strong writer and communicator, with a genuine interest in European affairs, politics, society, research, and current events. You enjoy talking to people, asking thoughtful questions, and turning complex or academic topics into clear and engaging content. Furthermore, you have a good sense of what makes a story or conversation interesting.

Besides the qualities mentioned above, you are also an accurate and independent worker who is able to meet deadlines. You have a proactive, hands-on attitude and are not afraid to take initiative. Being able to work together in a small and dynamic team is important.

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