Vacancy
Researcher Biodiversity & Policy
Your job
Would you like to contribute to advancing knowledge on urgent social issues related to the green living environment? Do you have in-depth expertise in (Dutch) flora and fauna and enjoy conducting applied scientific research within a project-based organization? If so, we want to hear from you!
Within the Biodiversity and Policy (BP) team of Wageningen Environmental Research (WENR) we are looking for a new colleague. As an ecologist you will perform applied and policy relevant research focusing on monitoring, modelling, protecting, and restoring biodiversity in (agricultural) landscapes and protected areas both nationally and internationally.
You will carry out research, process and interpret research results within project frameworks, and write publications, including peer-reviewed scientific articles and Dutch reports and articles. You will also contribute ideas for new acquisitions and, in time, take the lead in these efforts.
Here are the links that give you an idea of the projects we are working on:
RVO ECOSOLAR PLUS (cofin)
Herstel biodiversiteit i.s.m. andere opgaven
What You’ll Do
Your home-base will be the team Biodiversity & Policy of WENR based at the Wageningen Campus of Wageningen University & Research, and you will also collaborate intensively with colleagues in other teams at WENR as well as with researchers in other research institutes in the Netherlands and internationally.
You will be working in an enthusiastic multi-discipline team of about 30 colleagues working on research projects related to biodiversity conservation and restoration in a broad-spectrum: societal research related to transformative change to landscape ecology research or research of biodiversity in various ecosystems.
By joining you will have the opportunity to be involved in wider projects working alongside a team of passionate, committed colleagues, and be able to build on a wealth of expertise to take this important work forward.
Your qualities
- Proven oral and written communication skills in Dutch (C1 level) and English (C1 level)
- An MSc or PhD in Biology, Conservation ecology, Forest and Nature Management, or similar.
- Experience in designing and coordinating (field) research on (a high affinity with) Dutch flora and fauna, landscapes, and forms of (agricultural) management is required
- Experience as a project leader in inter- and transdisciplinary research. You act proactively and can achieve the agreed results on time. You are interested in translating ecological knowledge into policy
- Experience in statistical analyses of ecological data
- Experience with programming in R or Python is an advantage
- Dependable, pro-active and self-motivated
- Flexible, adaptive and innovative
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;
- the option to accrue additional compensation hours by working more;
- 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.
You are going to work at the greenest and most innovative campus in Holland and with your work you have a clear and positive impact on society. At WUR we work on the most pressing challenges of our time, like climate change and feeding the world in a sustainable way.
Do you want more information?
For more information about this position, please contact Joke de Jong, Team Lead of the Biodiversity and Policy Team, e-mail: joke.dejong@wur.nl or project leaders Friso van der Zee or Bart de Knegt, e-mail: Friso.vanderzee@wur.nl, Bart.deKnegt@wur.nl
For more information about the procedure, please contact Jouke van Oostenbrugge, corporate recruiter Jouke.oostenbrugge@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 31th of March We hope to schedule the first job interviews in april.
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.
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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We will recruit for the vacancy ourselves, so no employment agencies please. However, sharing in your network is appreciated.