Inspirator-Coach-ExpertInternational Business

About the position

• You guide the development of our young IB professionals in the field of International Business.

• You coach them in their community together with other colleagues and the working field, on a personal and professional level.

• You share your expertise and inspire our young professionals.

• You will coach and guide students in their project groups as well as in individual professional development.

• You will assess students, which is a result of a formative process of feedback and feedforward.

• You will be working, individually but also within a team, in a rapid changing and innovative learning environment.

• Conducting applied research in our research center Sustainable International Business can be part of your job.

Why work at Zuyd

Working at Zuyd lets you contribute to an ambitious university of applied sciences with strong regional roots and a clear vision for the future. With over 14,000 students and 30 professorships, we build education and research that matters every day. We believe in everyone's unique talents. It starts with you – and we will do it together. At Zuyd, you will find small-scale and personal education, an open culture and a shared passion for development. There is a reason we were named the best large university of applied sciences in the Netherlands in the Keuzegids (choice guide) 2026. Here, you will have the space to grow and have an impact – on students, the professional field and the region.

The team and the working environment

The International Business School Maastricht of Zuyd University of Applied Sciences stands for an international-oriented environment, a practical orientation that is implemented together with international businesses, an innovative didactical framework (‘Student in the Lead’ which entails an individual learning path with the student in the driver’s seat), strong focus on 21st century skills and ERS (Ethics, Responsibility and Sustainability).

We are proud that the IB programme is accredited by EFMD and has obtained the EPAS accreditation. IB has about 700 students (40% international students) and the IB team consists of 40 colleagues.

What we are looking for

• You hold a master’s degree in the field of International Business (holding a  PhD – or nearby completion of a doctoral degree - is a strong asset);

• You have experience in the IB work field and excellent English communication skills (reasonable command of Dutch is an asset);

• You also have excellent coaching skills and are a listener who gives trust and helps students in their development;

• You have experience in the field of AI, digitalization in business or intercultural business.

What we offer

• We are looking for 2 new colleagues for positions between 0.7 – 1.0 FTE. We want to start with a one-year contract. Subject to performance and organizational needs, contract renewal is possible.

• The salary is up to scale 11 (as laid down in the Collective Agreement for Universities of Applied Sciences, CAO-HBO). This means a minimum amount of     € 4.427,64 and a maximum amount of € 6.677,44 gross per month based on full-time employment.

• Holiday allowance of 8% and end-of-year bonus of 8.3%.

• Plenty of holidays and the possibility of hybrid working.

• Professionalisation and sustainable career deployment hours and a comprehensive vitality offer.

Applying

Interested? Just respond via the apply button.

Deadline: 10 June 2026
Questions? Contact Manon Niesten at +31 6 28 23 29 72 or manon.niesten@zuyd.nl or Eefje Willems at +31 6 51 61 80 64 or eefje.willems@zuyd.nl. We look forward to receiving your application!

Interviews: 16 June. The second round will entail experiencing the IB learning community for part of the day and a reflection talk on 23 June.

Acquisition based on this vacancy is not appreciated.

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