Senior lecturer Cell Biology & Immunology

The Cell Biology and Immunology (CBI) group of Wageningen University & Research (WUR) has a vacancy for a senior lecturer to join our staff in fundamental and translational research, complemented with a teaching portfolio in the field of immunology or cell biology within the context of immunology. We now have an open position available for a highly talented cell biologist and/or immunologist with a PhD degree who successfully completed relevant post-doctoral training. Successful candidates with outstanding academic track record and scientific independence. In addition to being part of an internationally recognized research team, the candidate is expected to contribute to the ongoing innovation of the group's educational program through mentorship and teaching. She/he will be embedded within a diverse team of senior and junior scientists and closely collaborate with supporting staff.
The candidate is expected to cover up to 40% teaching load at multiple levels (BSc, MSc, PhD, postdocs and post-academic levels) within the broader field of Immunology. In addition, proven project management skills, including good communication skills, are required. A demonstrated experience in funding acquisition is a strong asset. Connections (research, teaching, applied and translational research) within the Animal Sciences group of WUR should be aimed at strengthening the science group's coherence, and its capacity to perform top level research, training of students at all levels, and produce high impact publications.

We offer you, depending on your experience and track-record, a competitive salary from a minimum of € 3.637,- to a maximum of € 5.656,- (scale 11 or 12) for a full working week of 38 hours in accordance with the Collective Labor Agreement for Dutch academic institutions. The duration of the contract is initially for two years, with possibilities for extension and potentially a permanent contract.

In addition, we offer an attractive benefits package:

• 8% holiday allowance;
• 8.3% fixed year allowance;
• applicants from abroad moving to the Netherlands may also qualify for a special tax relief, in which 30% of their salary is exempt from tax;
• excellent training opportunities and secondary working conditions;
• flexible working hours and vacations in consultation with colleagues is possible so that an optimal balance between work and personal life is possible;
• an excellent pension scheme via ABP;
• 232 holiday hours, the ability to purchase or sell holiday hours, good supplementary leave arrangements, an individualized model to compose part of your working conditions, and a bicycle plan;
• make use of the sports facilities available on campus for a small fee.

There are ample opportunities to develop initiatives in a creative learning environment.

Research topics in the group at present focus on innate (trained) immunity, mucosal immunity and allergy in animals and humans, as well as vaccine development for companion animals and farmed fish. The scientific objectives of CBI are to generate fundamental knowledge on the immune system of vertebrates, and to apply this knowledge to the development of immunotherapies, and vaccination strategies. By combining fundamental and applied approaches, the group contributes to improved health in animals and humans.
CBI consists currently of 26 persons, including 1 chair holder, 2 tenured and scientific staff member positions, 3 lecturers, 3 technicians, 16 PhD students, 1 endowed professor and 1 post-doc. The group is centrally positioned in the Animal Sciences group and Wageningen University & Research and collaborates in many local, national and international partnerships and consortia. It has strong international reputation and an prominent position in undergraduate teaching.
The Department of Animal Sciences is involved in research and education related to the health and welfare of animals and people. The primary focus is on the functioning of animals, both from a curiosity-driven and an applied perspective.