25 English-speaking jobs in Wageningen

Lead the Fungal and Oomycete Phytopathology research team, coaching and motivating 25 members. Acquire and conduct applied and demand-driven national and international research, managing projects to maintain the institute's standing.

Join a team as a Greenhouse Worker to support high-quality plant care and daily operations. Tasks include phenotyping, data collection, planting, and various plant care activities. Requires motivation and a strong work ethic.

PhD research investigating how a caterpillar host's virome modulates baculovirus-induced behavioral manipulation. This involves analyzing phenotypes, molecular mechanisms in the CNS, and functional validation.

Investigate how the insect virome impacts immune responses and fitness in lepidopteran species. This PhD project integrates virome sequencing, -omics, and gene editing to reveal fundamental mechanisms of insect immunity.

Senior GeoAI Expert develops innovative GeoAI methods for climate, biodiversity, and sustainable land use. This role involves leading multidisciplinary research, acquiring funding, and translating AI into impactful environmental applications.

The Sales Director Europe leads the European sales organization to drive profitable growth. This role defines commercial strategy, develops key customer and channel partner relationships, and ensures execution across Taste & Sensory Solutions, Food Protection, and Natural Colors businesses.

Lead Expert in Protein Separation & Purification to shape dairy protein technologies. Requires 10+ years in membrane filtration/separation, a PhD, and expertise in driving innovation from concept to factory implementation.

Lead European regulatory compliance for innovative products. Guide developers on compliance, shape marketing claims, and manage regulatory changes across Europe. Requires FMCG experience and a relevant Master's degree.

Develop applications and data solutions for sustainable horticulture research. Build data infrastructures, dashboards, and analytics to transform research data into insights. Collaborate to create reliable, scalable digital solutions.

PostDoc Researcher needed for 1-2 years to develop AFM-IR nanospectroscopy with microfluidics for chemical analysis of proteins in physiological liquid conditions. Requires PhD and experience with AFM in liquid and microfluidics.

PhD position focused on forensic tracing of tropical timber to curb illegal trade. Roles involve analyzing timber forensic data with geostatistical tools or using radar remote sensing to detect logging activities.

Freshwater Ecology Researcher contributes to Dutch freshwater ecosystem restoration. Responsibilities include field research, data analysis, and reporting on topics like habitat restoration and biodiversity. Requires a relevant Ecology degree and B2 English.

Lead teams shaping extracurricular development at WUR, directing initiatives like Studium Generale and Student Challenges. Develop an integrated vision for student growth, building strategic partnerships.

Steer strategic AI deployment within Wageningen Livestock Research. Connect science, data, and technology to build innovative applications shaping animal sciences. Guide AI innovation and strengthen the research portfolio.

Postdoc Plant Regeneration to develop and improve regeneration systems for advanced vegetable breeding technologies. Design and execute experiments to optimize protocols and support cell biology applications. Requires a PhD in a related field and strong hands-on experience.

Enthusiastic Chemical Analyst needed for the Natural Toxins team. Perform analyses on food samples to detect toxins using standardized protocols and modern LC-(HR)MS/MS systems. MBO level education required.

Lead global front-end innovation for ambient branded seafood by translating consumer needs and market trends into compelling concepts. Shape the innovation agenda and build a validated concept pipeline.

Inspire educators at Wageningen University through impactful teacher development. Develop training in Supervision, Teaching, Design, and Assessment, advising on GenAI use to build dynamic learning environments.

Lead KeyGene's core R&D unit in Plant Cell Engineering, setting the multiyear research agenda. Requires a PhD in plant sciences and 10+ years in R&D, managing teams and driving innovation in plant cell biology.

Postdoc in Analytical Chemistry to investigate natural toxins and metabolites in perennial and annual rye using high-resolution mass spectrometry. Requires PhD in Analytical Chemistry with expertise in HRMS and metabolomics data analysis.