70 English-speaking jobs in Wageningen

The Product Owner for WUR's online core team translates online ambitions into a product vision, roadmap, and priorities. This role manages the backlog, collaborates with stakeholders, and ensures online channels align with organizational goals. The Product Owner analyzes user behavior, feedback, and platform performance to drive continuous improvement.

PhD position focused on developing a substrate screening methodology for black soldier fly larvae using aqua sludge as an example. The goal is to optimize nutrient additions for improved waste valorization and circularity in the food system.

PhD position studying genetic reprogramming of plant cells to enhance callus friability. Focus on transcription factors and their influence on callus lines in Arabidopsis and cocoa. Responsibilities include genetic toolkit development, callus line generation, phenotyping, transcriptomics, and data analysis.

This postdoc researcher position focuses on designing, assessing, and scaling reward schemes that incentivize farmers to deliver biodiversity and ecosystem services. The successful candidate will contribute to two research projects, ECOPESIA and DECISION, and will also be involved in teaching activities.

AI Scientist to drive research in foundational models and agentic AI for improving edible crops. Develop novel methods, benchmark, and deploy AI solutions. PhD in AI, Computer Science, or related field required. Strong background in AI/ML, experience with foundation models, multi-modal models, and/or multi-agent frameworks is preferred.

Volunteers needed for the national collection week of the Heart Foundation. Assist with collecting donations for at least 2 hours. Must be reliable, representative, friendly, and able to walk.

Co-founder to lead business strategy, operations, fundraising, and team building for a plant biotech startup developing sustainable natural rubber production in temperate climates.

PhD candidate to investigate plastid and mitochondrial inheritance in Arabidopsis thaliana. Responsibilities include gaining expertise in genetics, molecular biology, and microscopy, assisting with student supervision, and presenting research at workshops and conferences.

This PhD position investigates the biogeography of fungi associated with Scalesia species in the Galapagos Islands. The research will employ molecular ecology, microbiology, and bioinformatic tools to characterize fungal diversity, distribution, and impact on plant establishment and resilience.

This post-doc project investigates the function of butterfly taste receptor neurons and their role in the coevolution of butterflies and host plants using a novel molecular approach.

Research and Development Internship at Unilever's Hive focuses on Data Science. Interns will work on toolbox/model development for seasoning and digital knowledge tools. Applicants must be enrolled in a Data Science program, have relevant knowledge in literature research methodology, and be fluent in English.

Research and Development interns will develop and validate nutrition and health claims, provide nutritional analyses, and support communication strategies for Unilever brands. Interns will conduct research, collaborate with global teams, and participate in nutrition and health initiatives.

This internship at Unilever's Hive Innovation Centre focuses on product development and manufacturing processes. Interns will develop product specifications, conduct pilot plant trials, and train AI models to analyze food product images.

This internship at Unilever's HIVE Foods Innovation Centre offers hands-on experience in product formulation and processing. Interns will conduct literature reviews, perform experimental work, and contribute to innovation and sustainability projects.

Investigate how photosynthesis operates in crops over different temporal and spatial scales in greenhouse and vertical farming conditions. Use chlorophyll fluorescence imaging, microclimate measurements, and modeling tools to uncover photosynthetic limitations and regulatory processes. Collaborate with technology providers, growers, and researchers to translate physiological insights into improved climate-control strategies.

Unilever's Wageningen Pilot Plant seeks an Assistant to set up process lines, conduct trials, and record data. The role requires a hands-on individual with technical insight, strong teamwork skills, and excellent communication abilities.

Accompany a 71-year-old woman with an intellectual disability to various activities, including church services, evenings, and outings. Preference given to a woman with a caring nature and sense of humor.

Volunteer to provide activities and companionship to clients with intellectual disabilities aged 5 to 40. Activities may include walks, games, crafts, swimming, baking, or cooking.

Leads commercial strategy outside the Americas, accelerating growth in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Builds a scalable distributor network and secures strategic accounts in poultry, fish, cheese, and environmental hygiene.

Develop new protein-based products using dry and wet extrusion technologies. Manage product development projects from concept to commercialization. Lead scale-up activities from pilot to full industrial production.