64 English-speaking jobs in Wageningen

This PhD position investigates the impact of yeast cell death on anaerobic processes, focusing on how cell death factors influence yeast physiology and evolutionary trade-offs. The successful candidate will work within a consortium of European research institutions to improve the prolonged bioproduction of chemicals like ethanol.

PhD position focused on understanding and postponing yeast cell death to improve bioproduction of chemicals, including pigments. Responsibilities include developing synthetic biology tools to induce specific regulated cell death pathways in yeast, investigating the link between cell death mode and product quality, and improving productivity of yeast bioprocesses.

Junior Application Specialist to develop innovative food applications for the Sports and Active Nutrition market. Requires a strong technical background in Food Technology with practical expertise in dairy protein and health benefit ingredients. Collaborate with internal teams and customers to deliver solutions.

The Chair Group Health and Society at Wageningen University seeks a Postdoc or Senior Researcher for a three-year project evaluating the Wageningen Social Participation Budget. The researcher will collaborate with stakeholders, conduct research, analyze findings, and contribute to the policy's scaling and implementation.

PhD candidate to investigate consumer acceptance of imported quinoa, white lupin, and aardaker as sustainable protein sources. Focuses on understanding consumer motives, preferences, and opinions through interviews, surveys, and sensory testing.

Develop and implement new products and product changes, coordinating tests at various scales and analyzing results. Manage development projects, upscaling new products and processes, and improve existing ones.

Research Analyst needed for 12-month temporary position in Wageningen. Will plan, design, and execute experiments using in vitro digestion, cell culture, and ELISA techniques. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences and 3-6 years of experience in cell biology and microbiology. Must have experience with in vitro digestion, cell culturing, and (cell-based) biochemical assays.

Lab Technician needed with a BSC in Food Technology or Food Innovation and 1-2 years of product development experience in the food industry. Expertise in dairy technology is required. Must be able to work independently and in a team. Fluent English is essential.

Infant Formula Development Specialist needed with Master's/PhD in Food Technology or Chemistry and 3+ years experience in infant formula product development. Must have recipe design knowledge, understanding of regulatory requirements (IFT, GB, Codex, EU, FSMP), project management skills, and data processing/statistics expertise. Strong communication skills in English and in-depth SAP PLM experience required.

Contribute to the development of new processing technologies for the food industry. Work in multidisciplinary applied-scientific research projects to develop, improve, and ensure the safety, quality, and sustainability of food products and manufacturing processes. Execute processing/structuring/ingredient-process-functionality research and analyze, interpret, and report findings.

Investigate the impact of novel protein crops (quinoa, white lupin, aardaker) on soil functioning and resilience to water stress. Design and execute experiments, analyze data, and publish findings. Work within a multidisciplinary project focused on sustainable protein cropping systems.

Wageningen University & Research seeks a bakery technologist with expertise in cereals to develop new bakery products, ingredients, and technologies. Responsibilities include executing experiments, analyzing data, and collaborating on research projects. A BSc in Food Sciences, knowledge of cereal-based products, and excellent communication skills are required.

Postdoctoral Researcher to contribute to an international research project addressing groundwater resource security in a circular water economy. Responsibilities include developing and applying hydrogeological and water-quality models, leading field sampling activities, coordinating project deliverables, and disseminating research outcomes. Requires a PhD in a relevant field, experience with hydrogeological modeling, and strong communication and collaboration skills.

Senior Packaging Developer needed to lead projects from concept to factory implementation. Develop primary packaging and improve secondary and tertiary components across various materials. Collaborate with R&D, marketing, procurement, supply chain, quality, and external partners. Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field and 8-10 years of experience in packaging development, ideally within the food or FMCG industry.

Develop and promote culinary products that are good for health and the development of future foods. Lead nutritional strategic guidance for product development and communications in AMEA and LATAM regions. Contribute to the internal center of excellence of the Nutrition team.

PhD student to develop capabilities in nanoscale chemical imaging and spectroscopy to study protein structure and interactions at the single-molecule level. Research will focus on protein interactions in drug formulations for type 2 diabetes and Alzheimer's disease.

Develop and implement new dairy products, ensuring compliance with nutritional targets, shelf life, and cost price. Execute renovation projects and perform product and application tests at various scales. Analyze data to support nutrition frameworks and cost-saving programs.

This post-doctoral position supports research on the relationship between law and planetary transformations, exploring opportunities and challenges for law in mediating planetary relations in the Anthropocene. The role involves developing new frameworks for interrogating law's functions and ethics in a transformed planet, researching future pathways for law, and assisting with project activities.

Full Professor position in Bioprocess Engineering at Wageningen University & Research. The successful candidate will lead the Bioprocess Engineering group, develop research and teaching strategies, and contribute to WUR's strategy and international networks. Requires a PhD in a relevant field, a strong research track record, experience in securing funding, and proven leadership skills.

Postdoctoral researcher to join the Microbial Evolution research team at Wageningen University & Research. Responsibilities include metagenomic analyses, comparative genomic analyses, functional annotation, phylogenomic analyses, and development of novel phylogenetic approaches.