Fixed-term contract: 1 year with the possibility for a permanent contract after that.
What do we offer? We have excellent research facilities varying from molecular, soil ecological, and chemical labs, top quality indoor and outdoor growth facilities, soil ecotrons, and long-term databases and experimental field sites. Besides that, we offer a great opportunity to develop your knowledge and further grow as an individual and professional. You will be guided by the Head of Department and supported with training to expand your set of skills.
Working hours can be discussed to facilitate an optimal work-life balance (0.8 – 1,0 FTE).
Terms of employment Depending on education and experience the minimum salary is € 5.247,- and the maximum salary is € 6.737 ,- gross per month for a full-time appointment (scale 12 cao Nederlandse Universiteiten/KNAW). This is exclusive of 8% vacation allowance, 8.3% year-end bonus, travel allowance, internet allowance, home working allowance and pension accrual with ABP.
The KNAW offers its staff an excellent package of secondary benefits. A package that meets the different needs of employees depending on their stage of life, lifestyle or career ambitions. For example, by working an extra two hours a week, it is possible to increase the number of days off from 29 to 41 days a year (with full-time employment).
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Applying for a Certificate of Good Conduct can be part of the employment procedure.