Do you have a HBO/HLO degree in forestry, ecology or a related subject? Do you like a job with a great diversity of tasks, from for example guiding student field trips to laboratory work and management? And a job in which you can learn a lot and fast? Then read on and apply!

We are looking for a technician who has interest, skills and experience in working with forests, tree biology, wood structure, forestry and related education. Day-to-day work will include a mix of education (demonstrations, student field trips and more), field work, laboratory work, laboratory management, data archiving and management, and website management. Flexibility and enthusiasm are key: there will be opportunities to learn new skills as tasks evolve.

As technician you will become part of a diverse and enthusiastic group. You can find more info on our group, current research, education and more, on our webpage.

• HBO/HLO degree in forestry, ecology or related subject
• Good communication in both English and Dutch
• Enthusiasm and ability to teach and work with students in both English and Dutch
• Good knowledge and experience of trees, forests, wood structure, and forest management
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Having high standards of accuracy and motivation Willingness to be involved in field work and manage and archive data
• Willing to contribute to other tasks and initiatives as required
• Knowledge and skills related to forest science (measures, sensors, wood structure and chemistry, analyses, drones etc)

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

• sabbatical leave, study leave, and 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.

In addition to these first-rate employee benefits, you will of course receive a good salary. Depending on your experience, we offer a competitive gross salary of between € 3.098,- and € 4.257,- for a full-time working week of 38 hours, in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreements for Dutch Universities (CAO-NU) (scale 9). Additionally, a contract for 08 FTE can be discussed.

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 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 17th 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. Applicants from abroad moving to the Netherlands may qualify for a special tax relief, known as the 30% ruling. 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. Wageningen University & Research's International Community page contains practical information about what we can do to support international employees and students coming to Wageningen. Furthermore, we can assist you with any additional advice and information about helping your partner to find a job, housing, schooling, and other issues.

Wageningen University & Research

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, 7,200 employees (6,400 fte) and 13,200 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 this video 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.