You will be part of the Natural Toxins team, comprising 23 colleagues dedicated to enhancing food safety. This professional environment emphasizes collaboration, quality, and enjoyment in the workplace.

You are accurate and systematic while remaining flexible, enjoying laboratory work. Additionally, you possess:

• A completed MBO-level vocational education.
• Experience (internship) in a laboratory setting.
• Familiarity with LC-MS/MS is a plus, but we are willing to train you!

In our international environment, communication in English is increasingly common, requiring at least a B1 language level for this position.

Wageningen University & Research provides excellent employment conditions. Highlights from our Collective Labour Agreement include:

• Flexible working hours to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Sabbatical leave, study leave, and partially paid parental leave.
• Access to campus sports facilities at a minimal fee.
• An annual fixed bonus of 8.3%.
• A competitive gross salary ranging from €2,962 to €3,728 for a 36-hour workweek, depending on experience, in accordance with the CLA Wageningen Research (scale 6). A 32-hour contract can also be discussed.

We initially offer a one-year contract, with the possibility of renewal based on performance and the organization’s financial situation.

We encourage personal development and internal mobility within our organization. Our recruitment and selection policy outlines specific conditions for current and former employees. If you have any questions, we are here to assist.

Due to Dutch immigration laws, candidates from outside the EU/EFTA zone are typically not eligible for this position. More information is available on the Dutch Immigration and Naturalization Service website.

For inquiries about the position, please contact Simone Lemeer, Team Lead Natural Toxins, at simone.lemeer@wur.nl. For questions regarding the application process, reach out to Rutger Voorrips, corporate recruiter, at rutger.voorrips@wur.nl.

Click the application button next to the vacancy on our website. Applications submitted through our website will be considered only.

The application deadline is November 2, 2026. Internal candidates are encouraged to apply by October 12, 2026. Applications are reviewed regularly, so the position may be filled before the closing date.

Wageningen University & Research (WUR) values diversity and inclusion, believing that different perspectives lead to innovative solutions. We strive to create a work environment where everyone feels welcome, safe, and appreciated, regardless of background, identity, or experience. Together, we are building a culture where every unique contribution adds to our organization's success.

Wageningen University & Research's mission is to explore nature's potential to enhance the quality of life. Under the WUR banner, Wageningen University and the specialized research institutes of the Wageningen Research Foundation collaborate to find solutions to critical questions in healthy food and living environments. With around 30 branches, 7,600 employees (6,700 FTE), and 13,100 students, WUR is a leading organization in its field, known for its integrated approach and interdisciplinary collaboration.

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