61 English-speaking jobs in Wageningen

Leads and inspires a cross-regional team of packaging developers, driving the execution of global and regional packaging strategies across Europe and AMEA markets. Manages and oversees strategic packaging innovation and development projects from concept to commercialization. Partners with internal and external stakeholders to deliver high-impact packaging solutions.

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.

Joris, a sociable 26-year-old, seeks a volunteer buddy for fun activities. He enjoys conversation, humor, and outings like restaurants, games, concerts, and walks.

Teach and coordinate courses in Big Data, AI, and related IT subjects. Supervise student projects, theses, and practical assignments. Contribute to curriculum development and educational innovation. Collaborate with colleagues on educational and applied research activities.

PhD position within a consortium project investigating the impact of egg incubation conditions on immune system development in chickens. The successful candidate will contribute to research on how the chicken immune system develops and apply this knowledge to improve immune-mediated protection in chickens.

Drive cutting-edge research in foundational models and agentic AI to improve edible crops. Develop and apply innovative AI solutions, benchmark methods, and collaborate with academic and industry partners. 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 a plus.

Postdoctoral researcher to conduct intersectional geospatial analysis on environmental disruption due to climate change in forest and coastal communities. Will design and lead interdisciplinary research, prepare publications, and create maps and StoryMaps. Requires PhD in a relevant field, GIS proficiency, and knowledge of qualitative social science methods.

This fully funded PhD position at NIOO-KNAW investigates the biogeography of above- and belowground fungi associated with Scalesia species in the Galápagos Islands. The project aims to characterize the diversity, distribution, and functional roles of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, yeasts, and fungal pathogens in shaping plant establishment, fitness, and stress resilience.

PhD candidate to join a team working on atomic level catalyst design and reaction mechanism of CO2 and CO hydrogenation processes. The project focuses on understanding reaction mechanisms and establishing structure–reactivity relationships in CO2 and CO heterogeneous catalysis. Duties include atomic-scale modeling of heterogeneous catalysis, reaction mechanisms, kinetics, and dynamics, development and application of machine-learning methods, and supervision of thesis students.

PhD researcher to investigate temperature responsiveness in Snowdrop (Galanthus spp.) using genomics, phenomics, and citizen science. Develop and apply genetic, genomic, and phenomics tools to model temperature dose-responsiveness. Collaborate with a PhD researcher at Utrecht University and work within the Wageningen team and the Plant Stress Resilience group.

PhD candidate to investigate how nutrition and exercise influence biological ageing. Responsibilities include analysing data, conducting intervention studies, and publishing research findings. Requires a MSc degree in a relevant field, experience with data analysis software, and strong communication skills.

As an R&D Consumer Experience Specialist, you will design and lead consumer and sensory research programs, applying qualitative and quantitative methodologies to drive product innovation. You will integrate consumer insights into actionable recommendations and partner with internal and external stakeholders.

PhD position within the BIOLOGUE project investigating European citizens' and stakeholders' perceptions of biodiversity, its behavioral consequences, and its relation to identity, polarization, and environmental politics.

Provides operational, logistical, and administrative support for sensory panel activities. Manages sample preparation, panel administration, and study support. Ensures smooth panel execution and operational efficiency. Requires strong organizational skills, communication skills, and fluency in English.

Experienced greenhouse professional needed to support vegetable breeding. Responsibilities include crop care, disease identification, trial setup, and mentoring junior team members. Requires MBO/HBO degree, 3+ years experience, and a crop protection license.

Supports the plant breeding process from seedling to harvest. Tasks include caring for and monitoring crops, transplanting, pruning, pollinating, and recording data. Requires an MBO/HBO background (agri or horticulture preferred) and a crop protection license (or willingness to obtain one).

This postdoc explores the ethics and philosophy of technology through transdisciplinary collaborations between philosophers, scientists/engineers, and artists. The project focuses on the use of microbes in cellular agriculture, examining ethical considerations and the potential for artistic practices to inform ethical reflections. Responsibilities include leading research, engaging in artistic practices, coordinating research groups, and teaching.

Support the testing and troubleshooting of new fishing technology. Assist with laboratory experiments and field tests. Work with sensors, electrical components, and measurement equipment. Record test results and technical documentation. Help improve prototype performance based on test results. Collaborate with engineers and researchers from different technical disciplines. Contribute to technical reports and project documentation.

Process Technologist develops and scales up food processing technologies for new and existing products. Responsibilities include designing experiments, analyzing data, and collaborating with teams to ensure successful product development. Requires a minimum MBO 4 education in a relevant field and experience with food ingredients and process development.

Volunteer to spend time with Naledi, a 22-year-old woman with a mild intellectual disability. Naledi enjoys swimming, shopping, and playing games. A fixed afternoon from 14:30 would be ideal.