Do you have affinity with scientific research and are you interested in supporting research teams by coordinating their project management? Then we are looking for you!

The Laboratory of Plant Physiology is growing rapidly, and to streamline our project management, we are looking for an enthusiastic, well-organized multitasker to help manage multiple research projects. These include two NWO Gravitation research programs, several CropXR initiatives, and other project-related activities.

As part of our diverse and energetic team of scientists, you will play a key role in ensuring smooth project execution.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Scheduling and organizing project meetings,
• Preparing progress reports,
• Coordinating with project partners, and helping with project initiation and writing
• Collaborating with our office manager to manage research budgets.

Additionally, you will contribute to the following:

• Maintenance of the Plant Physiology website and social media accounts
• Liaising with our legal department to prepare consortium and material transfer agreements,
• Assisting in recruitment processes,
• Acting as the general contact point for project management within PPH, and
• Supporting outreach activities.

If you’re excited about working in a dynamic academic environment and supporting cutting-edge research in plant physiology, we’d like to hear from you!

You will work here
The Laboratory of Plant Physiology is a dynamic chair group that is led by Prof. Christa Testerink. We offer an inspiring, inclusive environment with a strong social structure. We perform research and teach on the topic of growth and development of plants in response to a changing environment.

You have / You are:

• experience with project management tasks;
• ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities;
• creative and you work in a structured and focused way;
• obtained a PhD and /or have related experience;
• an enthusiastic team player and have good communication and English language skills;

For this position your command of the English language is expected to be at C1 level. Sometimes it is necessary to submit an internationally recognised Certificate of Proficiency in the English Language. More information can be found here.

Wageningen University & Research offers excellent terms of employment. A few highlights from our Collective Labour Agreement include:

• partially paid parental leave;
• working hours that can be discussed and arranged so that they allow for the best possible work-life balance;
• the option to accrue additional compensation / holiday hours by working more, up to 40 hours per week;
• there is a strong focus on vitality and you can make use of the sports facilities available on campus for a small fee;
• a fixed December bonus of 8.3%;
• excellent pension scheme.

The gross salary will be scale 10 (3.378 euro – 5.331 euro per month, depending on background and experience) according to the Collective Labour Agreements for Dutch Universities (CAO-NU). This is based on a full-time working week of 38 hours. We offer a temporary contract for 12 months which will be extended with 2 years if you perform well.

There are plenty of options for personal initiative in a learning environment, and we provide excellent training opportunities. We are offering a unique position in an international environment with a pleasant and open working atmosphere.

You are going to work at the greenest and most innovative campus in Holland, and at a university that has been chosen as the “Best University” in the Netherlands for the 19th consecutive time.

Coming from abroad
Wageningen University & Research is the university and research centre for life sciences. The themes we deal with are relevant to everyone around the world and Wageningen, therefore, has a large international community and a lot to offer to international employees.

Because we expect you to work and live in the Netherlands our team of advisors on Dutch immigration procedures will help you with the visa application procedures for yourself and, if applicable, for your family.
Feeling welcome also has everything to do with being well informed. We can assist you with any additional advice and information about for example helping your partner to find a job, housing, or schooling. Finally, certain categories of international staff may be eligible for a tax exemption on a part of their salary during the first five years in the Netherlands.

Wageningen University & Research

The mission of Wageningen University & Research is “To explore the potential of nature to improve the quality of life”. Under the banner Wageningen University & Research, Wageningen University and the specialised research institutes of the Wageningen Research Foundation have joined forces in contributing to finding solutions to important questions in the domain of healthy food and living environment. With its roughly 30 branches, 7,600 employees (6,700 fte) and 13,100 students and over 150,000 participants to WUR’s Life Long Learning, Wageningen University & Research is one of the leading organisations in its domain. The unique Wageningen approach lies in its integrated approach to issues and the collaboration between different disciplines.

Read the 5 reasons why your future colleagues enjoy working at WUR and watch the video below to get an idea of our green campus!

We will recruit for the vacancy ourselves, so no employment agencies please. However, sharing in your network is appreciated.

For more information about this position, please contact Prof. Christa Testerink, christa.testerink@wur.nl

For more information about the procedure, please contact Recruitment, vacaturemeldingen.psg@wur.nl

Do you want to apply?
You can apply directly using the apply button on the vacancy page on our website which will allow us to process your personal information with your approval.

This vacancy will be listed up to and including 23th January 2025. We hope to schedule the first job interviews on the 4th of February, 2025.

Welcome, safe, and valued
Wageningen University & Research (WUR) highly values diversity and inclusion because we believe that different insights lead to innovative solutions. We create a work environment where everyone feels welcome, safe, and appreciated, regardless of background, identity, or experience. Together, we are building a culture where everyone's unique contribution adds to the success of our organization.