Expression of interest - SEVEN Theme Leads

SEVEN is seeking Theme Leads across several themes, each a 0.1 FTE position.

Theme Leads anchor the scientific direction of their theme, mobilize a research community across faculties, and help shape SEVEN's funding and partnership strategy within the field. We are looking for a combination of Theme Leads that brings representation from different faculties, alongside a mix of career stages — in line with SEVEN's focus on interdisciplinarity, systems thinking, and fairness. The Theme Leads are envisioned to serve a term of up to three years. 
To apply, please complete the short expression of interest below. You will first be asked a few eligibility questions before continuing to the full form.

• Submission deadline: 22 September 2026
• Anticipated start date of the role: 1 January 2027

Applicants evaluated positively will be invited for an interview. The Selection Committee aims to conduct the interviews in the week of 28 September 2026.

Questions about the role or process can be directed to SEVEN programme manager, Grace Yano: g.s.yano@uva.nl 

Learn more about our themes and projects here: https://seven.uva.nl/en/research/projects.html