24 English-speaking jobs in Wageningen

PhD candidate to quantify global forest carbon sink changes using atmospheric observations, Earth Observation products, and numerical models. Integrate data into a prototype model to expand capacity globally.

Lead a PhD study deciphering the neuronal code of taste in specialist caterpillars and butterflies to recognize host plants. Research involves electrophysiology, CRISPR/Cas9, and insect-plant coevolution.

Functional/Technical Application Manager for Servicedesk IT. Manage, ensure continuity, and develop applications like Jira, Confluence, and eLabJournal. Translate user demands into technical solutions.

Contribute to sustainable livestock breeding through research in Animal Breeding and Genomics. Develop genetic solutions using quantitative genetics and genomic analyses on large datasets. Publish findings and collaborate with industry partners.

Postdoc researcher needed for a one-year project developing an AI-driven Allergen Early Warning System for novel foods. Focus on implementing ML and LLMs to predict allergenic risks from diverse data sources. PhD in AI or related field required.

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.

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.

Postdoc to develop bio-based facade panels for sustainable urban environments. Investigate plant-soil-insect interactions in shallow soils and translate ecological insights into green façade design principles.

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 developing scientific tools to curb illegal timber trade using radar remote sensing to detect logging in tropical forests. Requires MSc in related field and strong analytical skills.

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.

Marketing & Consumer Experience Manager for a fast-growing Asian food FMCG brand. This role drives innovation from consumer insight to commercialization, building business cases and leading consumer-led research. Requires 4-7 years in food FMCG.

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.