Wageningen University & Research (WUR) has an opening for a Laboratory manager/Technician in Plant Ecology and Nature Conservation.
As a Laboratory manager/Technician, the candidate will have a variety of responsibilities. He/she will be responsible for the overall proper management and maintenance of the laboratory and liaise with other WUR people. He/she will prepare and conduct chemical analyses of water, soil, and plant samples, using key instruments such as AutoAnalyser, Atomic Absorption Spectrometer, and CN elemental analyzer. Additionally, you will manage the chemical inventory, ensuring the lab is well-stocked with necessary chemicals and consumables. That equipment is properly maintained to ensure a high standard of technical quality across our environmental and plant-soil laboratories. Beyond these technical tasks, you will assist with fieldwork and support students (BSc, MSc, and PhD) in their research.
This role is ideal for someone who can handle a variety of technical methods and thrives in a dynamic research environment. The ideal candidate has a passion for chemical analysis, a keen attention to detail, and enjoys working collaboratively with students, staff, and researchers from diverse backgrounds and disciplines. Is hands-on, creative, independent, and comfortable managing a small lab.
Salary
The position Laboratory manager/Technician in Plant Ecology and Nature Conservation offers:
- A competitive gross salary of between €3.502 and €4.812 for a full-time working week of 38 hours
- 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 they can make use of the sports facilities available on campus for a small fee;
- a fixed December bonus of 8.3%;
- excellent pension scheme.
- Special benefits, such as an in-company physiotherapist and bicycle repairer.
Job Requirements
For the position of Laboratory manager/Technician in Plant Ecology and Nature Conservation, the ideal candidate:
- Have Chemical and Technician diploma at HBO level;
- 5+ years of experience in water/soil/plant chemical analysis;
- Experience working with laboratory equipment, including AutoAnalyser, Atomic Absorption Spectrometer, and CN elemental analyzer;
- Excellent communication skills, with a passion for mentoring students;
- Fluent in Dutch and English;
- Driver’s license;
- Experience with insects and the operation and maintenance of microscopes is a plus.
Application Process
To apply for Laboratory Manager/Technician in Plant Ecology and Nature Conservation, click here.
Deadline: November 18, 2024.
For more information on the Laboratory Manager/Technician in Plant Ecology and Nature Conservation, visit the official site.
