Welcome to APNet! APNet is the national network for Assistant Professors in the Netherlands. We are a member-based organisation, open to everyone with an Assistant Professorship position at a Dutch Research Center or University.
As a member, you will be able to:
1) access the largest network of peers within the Netherlands,
2) access events aimed at the challenges that Assistant Professors face in the Dutch academic landscape, and
3) voice your opinion on decisions made at the national level that affect Assistant Professors in particular.
The mission of APNet is to represent and empower Assistant Professors in the Netherlands by advocating for their professional interests, enhancing their visibility and recognition, and providing a supportive community that fosters collaboration and policy engagement. APNet aims to strengthen the voice of Assistant Professors at the national level, address challenges related to research, education, and career development, and work towards a fair and sustainable academic environment that values and supports its members.
The vision of APNet is to create an inclusive and influential academic environment in the Netherlands where Assistant Professors are recognized, valued, and actively involved in shaping the future of academia. APNet envisions a landscape where Assistant Professors have a strong voice in decision-making processes, fair working conditions, ample opportunities for professional growth, interdisciplinary collaboration, and meaningful impact on research and education policy. The organization aspires to be the leading platform for connecting, empowering, and advocating for Assistant Professors, fostering a sustainable and supportive academic community.
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