PostDoc position on Monitoring and Feedback systems Stress in Action

Vacancies PostDoc position on Monitoring and Feedback systems Stress in Action To vacancy overview Apply now EEMCS PostDoc PostDoc position on Monitoring and Feedback systems Stress in Action The experience of stress is an inherent aspect of daily life. However, can we measure this validly, and how and under what circumstances does it contribute to disease? We are looking for researchers who work on our exciting Stress-in-Action project. Apply now Hi! Are you my new colleague? Jeroen Blok Hi! Are you my new colleague? Britt Büter Hi! Are you my new colleague? Stefano Stramigioli Hi! Are you my new colleague? Eline Meijerink Hi! Are you my new colleague? Clara Stegehuis Hi! Are you my new colleague? Ying Wang Key takeaways Hours 40 hr. Salary indication Salary gross/monthly based on full-time € 3,546 - € 5,538 Deadline 31 Aug 2026 Over 80 multidisciplinary scientists from six Dutch Universities collaborate around the theme ‘stress in daily life’. Divided into three Research Themes and three Support Cores, the Stress-in-Action consortium will validate daily-life stress assessments, examine which contextual factors contribute to the experience of daily-life stress, and examine how daily-life stress leads to the development of both mental and cardiometabolic diseases.  The project is funded through the Dutch Scientific Organisation under the Gravitation program. More details can be found here . The goal of the Dutch research program Stress in Action is to measure stress in daily life by using wearables (e.g. Garmin watches), smartphones (e.g. EMA, mPath), passive sensing and small cognitive tasks. Challenges that will be targeted in this project are how to do (real-time) integration of subjective and objective user data, design non-intrusive and fair motivational feedback strategies, optimisation of presenting cognitive tasks and self-report, and designing and presenting a personalised end report in an appealing and user-friendly way to promote self-autonomy. In the coming years, the goal is to monitor large-scale cohorts for 3 months. The monitoring and feedback systems need to be smart, user-friendly, and morally responsible, taking into account the personal values of the participants in the cohort. The basic infrastructure for monitoring is ready. In this project you will work under supervision of scientists of the HMI group and the UMCG in Groningen. Your profile You are an enthusiastic and highly motivated researcher. You have, or will shortly, acquire a PhD degree in the field of Human-Computer Interaction, Interaction Design or Interaction Technology or equivalent Ideally, you have experience with (contributing to) developing monitoring and feedback systems and motivational feedback strategies You have a creative mindset and excellent analytical and communication skills. You have a good team spirit and like to work in an interdisciplinary and internationally oriented environment. You are proficient in English. You enjoy working together in a large project consortium. Our offer You will be appointed for a maximum period of 3 years full-time within a very stimulating scientific environment. The university offers a dynamic ecosystem with enthusiastic colleagues. Your salary and associated conditions are in accordance with the collective labour agreement for Dutch universities (CAO-NU); Gross salary between € 3.546,- (step 0) and € 5.538,- (step 12) per month depending on experience and qualifications; Excellent benefits including a holiday allowance of 8% of the gross annual salary, a year-end bonus of 8.3% and a solid pension scheme; The flexibility to work (partially) from home; Free access to sports facilities on campus A minimum of 232 leave hours in case of full-time employment based on a formal workweek of 38 hours. A full-time employment in practice means 40 hours a week, therefore resulting in 96 extra leave hours on an annual basis. Excellent support for research and facilities for professional and personal development. We encourage a high degree of responsibility and independence, while collaborating with close colleagues, researchers and other university staff. We are also a family-friendly institution that offers parental leave (both paid and unpaid) and career support for partners. Information and application Are you interested in this position? Please send your application via the 'Apply now' button below before September 1, 2026, and include: A Curriculum Vitae, including a list of all courses attended and grades obtained, and, if applicable, a list of publications and references. A cover letter (maximum 2 pages A4), emphasising your specific interest, qualifications, and motivations to apply for this position. Proof of English proficiency (IELTS or TOEFL) Contact details for two references For more information regarding this position, you are welcome to contact dr. ir. Randy Klaassen via r.klaassen@utwente.nl. Screening is part of the selection process. Apply now Share this vacancy About the department The Human Media Interaction group does research into multimodal interaction: from brain-computer interfaces to social robots and from sensor technologies to interactive sports and play systems. Many projects at the HMI group delve into how such interactive technologies may be used to support or better understand sports, play, and learning. The HMI group is a multidisciplinary group of enthusiastic, kind, and passionate researchers with an open mind to science and society. We also connect with other groups such as Industrial Design and Biomedical Signals and Systems in university-wide collaborations such as the TechMed Centre and the Design Lab About the organisation The faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science (EEMCS) uses mathematics, electronics and computer technology to contribute to the development of Information and Communication Technology (ICT). With ICT present in almost every device and product we use nowadays, we embrace our role as contributors to a broad range of societal activities and as pioneers of tomorrow's digital society. As part of a tech university that aims to shape society, individuals and connections, our faculty works together intensively with industrial partners and researchers in the Netherlands and abroad, and conducts extensive research for external commissioning parties and funders. Our research has a high profile both in the Netherlands and internationally. It has been accommodated in three multidisciplinary UT research institutes: Mesa+ Institute, TechMed Centre and Digital Society Institute. Want to know more? Klaassen, R. (Randy) Assistant Professor Klaassen, R. (Randy) Assistant Professor Do you have questions about this vacancy? Then you can contact Randy for all substantive questions about this position and the application procedure. For general questions about working for the UT, please refer to the chatbot. Contact Phone: +31534893811 Email: r.klaassen@utwente.nl How to apply Step 1 Apply. When you see a vacancy that appeals to you, you can apply online. We ask you to upload a CV and motivation letter and/or list of publications. You will receive a confirmation of receipt by e-mail. Apply now Step 2 Selection. The selection committee will review your application and you will receive a response within 2 weeks after the vacancy has been closed. Step 3 1st interview. The 1st (online or in person) meeting serves as an introduction where we introduce ourselves to you and you to us. You may be asked to give a short presentation. This will be further explained in the invitation. Step 4 2nd interview. In the second interview, we will further discuss the job content, your skills and your talents. Step 5 The offer. If the conversations are positive, you will be made a suitable offer. If applicable, we will sign you up for screening. Your Colleagues Heylen, D.K.J. (Dirk) Personal page Klaassen, R. (Randy) Personal page Noordzij, M.L. (Matthijs) Personal page About the faculty EEMCS Curious about what the faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science (EEMCS) stands for? Check out the EEMCS website for more information. Go to the EEMCS website A job that matters Create new opportunities for yourself, your colleagues and our society. Scientist or teacher, administrator or facilitator, thinker or doer, energetic leader or silent support – your work at the University of Twente matters. And you too! Stories from UT'ers Our mission Human Touch At the University of Twente, technology is all about people. We call this High Tech, Human Touch. This same belief is reflected in the way the Human Resources department operates. We believe that a strong organization starts with people who are given the space to grow, take initiative, and make a difference. 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• You have a creative mindset and excellent analytical and communication skills.
• You have a good team spirit and like to work in an interdisciplinary and internationally oriented environment.
• You are proficient in English.
• You are an enthusiastic and highly motivated researcher.
• You have, or will shortly, acquire a PhD degree in the field of Human-Computer Interaction, Interaction Design or Interaction Technology or equivalent
• Ideally, you have experience with (contributing to) developing monitoring and feedback systems and motivational feedback strategies
• You enjoy working together in a large project consortium.

• Your salary and associated conditions are in accordance with the collective labour agreement for Dutch universities (CAO-NU)
• Free access to sports facilities on campus
• You will be appointed for a maximum period of 3 years full-time within a very stimulating scientific environment. The university offers a dynamic ecosystem with enthusiastic colleagues.
• Gross salary between € 3.546,- (step 0) and € 5.538,- (step 12) per month depending on experience and qualifications
• Excellent benefits including a holiday allowance of 8% of the gross annual salary, a year-end bonus of 8.3% and a solid pension scheme
• The flexibility to work (partially) from home
• A minimum of 232 leave hours in case of full-time employment based on a formal workweek of 38 hours. A full-time employment in practice means 40 hours a week, therefore resulting in 96 extra leave hours on an annual basis.
• Excellent support for research and facilities for professional and personal development.
• We encourage a high degree of responsibility and independence, while collaborating with close colleagues, researchers and other university staff.
• We are also a family-friendly institution that offers parental leave (both paid and unpaid) and career support for partners.