44 English-speaking jobs in Wageningen

PhD candidate to develop models and tools assessing the future of the EU agricultural landscape. Responsibilities include designing economic models, conducting economic analysis, and research on the impact of EU policies on sustainable development.

PhD candidate to join a team working on ab initio catalyst design for catalytic biomass conversion processes. Duties include atomic-scale modeling of biomass conversion, reaction mechanisms, kinetics, and dynamics, development and application of machine-learning methods, and ab initio design of noble-metal-free catalysts.

Raw Material Specification Specialist needed with experience in food safety, HACCP, QCP, microbiology, and SAP PLM. Requires an MSc in Food Technology or equivalent and 3-5 years in specification management, product development, or QA, preferably in infant nutrition.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Lead and support the development and implementation of new dairy products, ensuring compliance with nutritional targets, shelf life, and sensory quality. Execute renovation projects and perform product and application tests at various scales.

Research Analyst to join the FrieslandCampina R&D Nutrition Team. Conducts in vitro digestion and cell-based model experiments, analyzes data, and interprets results. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or related field and experience in cell biology and microbiology. Must have strong communication and data management skills.

Technology Lead needed with a master's degree in Food Process Technology or equivalent experience. Must have experience scaling technological projects and executing trials at pilot or plant scale. Excellent communication and analytical skills required.

Leads the digital and IT agenda for the regional Agro Testing business line, shaping technology's role in business growth, operational efficiency, and innovation. Ensures alignment with Group-wide IT standards and promotes the adoption of centralized solutions. Oversees major transformation programs and manages the regional IT budget. Fosters a culture of joint ownership between IT and the business.

Technical Assistant to support lab activities related to doubled haploid production for KWS vegetables. Will implement and optimize tissue culture protocols, participate in the production of double haploids, and maintain accurate DH production records.

Lead the digital and IT agenda for the regional Agro Testing business line, shaping technology to enable business growth, efficiency, and innovation. This role ensures alignment with Group-wide IT standards and promotes the adoption of centralized solutions.

Senior Technology Specialist with 10+ years of experience in food, chemical, or engineering companies. Deep expertise in dairy process technology and proven track record in process licensing for major capital projects. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills. Fluency in English required.

Lead expert for a strategic part of the proteins business, translating development ambitions into a project portfolio and communicating opportunities to stakeholders. Ensure alignment with business goals and actively build networks to stay at the forefront of protein innovation. Design and lead research plans to overcome technical hurdles in protein ingredient development and manufacturing.