Vacancy
MBO/HBO analyst
Your job
Are you ready for a new challenge as an analyst in an inspiring and dynamic environment? Do you want to contribute to a society where animals and humans live healthily together? Then we are looking for you! We have an exciting vacancy with plenty of opportunities at WBVR in Lelystad, part of Wageningen University & Research.
We are seeking an enthusiastic HBO/MBO-level analyst for the pre-analysis group (DSU) of the Diagnostics and Crisis Organization (DCO) department.
The Role
At DSU, you will handle all samples submitted for diagnostic research. As the national veterinary reference institute, we receive a wide range of samples, including those for animal export, suspected notifiable diseases, monitoring of animal diseases, or scientific projects and studies.
You will register these samples in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and prepare them for transport to other laboratories within Wageningen Bioveterinary Research. This often involves pre-processing the samples.
You will apply a variety of preparation methods, such as processing organ material, swabs, and blood samples. Part of this pre-processing will take place in the High Containment Unit.
A quality-oriented mindset is crucial for these tasks. You will be part of a close-knit team of approximately 6-8 members.
The laboratories in the DCO department at WBVR are responsible for diagnostics related to monitoring and suspicions of notifiable viral and bacterial animal diseases, as well as performing export diagnostics.
Quality is central to our diagnostics and research. Many of the tests are accredited according to ISO17025. In addition to conducting diagnostics, we develop, implement, and validate tests. These activities are carried out by an enthusiastic and dedicated team of highly skilled analysts.
Your qualities
For this role, it is essential that you:
- Are quality-oriented.
- Are proactive and flexible.
- Work well in a team environment.
- Can handle stress during busy periods or animal disease outbreaks.
- Are willing to work outside regular office hours during outbreaks or suspicions of animal diseases.
- Are prepared to be on standby duty and work evenings and weekends if necessary.
- Are flexible and open to working in other laboratories if needed.
- Can speak and understand Dutch.
- Are customer-friendly and service-oriented.
The tasks will take place in facilities subject to additional quarantine restrictions upon leaving (based on EU regulations). This means you are not permitted to keep cloven-hoofed animals. Additionally, you must avoid contact with these animals and poultry production facilities for 72 hours after completing your work.
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We offer you
Wageningen University & Research offers excellent terms of employment. A few highlights from our Collective Labour Agreement include:
- working hours that can be discussed and arranged so that they allow for the best possible work-life balance;
- sabbatical leave, study leave, and partially paid parental leave;
- 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.
Wageningen University & Research encourages internal advancement opportunities and mobility with an internal recruitment policy. There are plenty of options for personal initiative in a learning environment, and we provide excellent training opportunities. We are offering a multi-faceted position in an international environment with a pleasant and open working atmosphere.
Coming from abroad
Due to Dutch immigration laws, candidates from outside the EU/EFTA zone, can usually not be hired for this position. More information can be found on the website of the Dutch Immigration and Naturalization Service.
Do you want more information?
For more information about this position, please contact Jeanet van der Goot, (0320 238 695) or e-mail (jeanet.vandergoot@wur.nl)
For more information about the procedure, please contact Ine van’t Land, corporate recruiter via ine.vantland@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 januari 6th, 2024
Procedure
As part of our selection process, an assessment may be incorporated within the procedure
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We are
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.
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