Are you an ambitious researcher who wants to investigate how to improve and innovate sustainable production of tropical perennial crops like cacao and implications for biodiversity and small-holder farmer livelihoods. The we have an interesting post doc position at Wageningen Plant Science for you.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated postdoc to work on a multidiciplinary research project on Crop growth simulation models. These models can be used to identify yield limiting factors, as decision support to farmers and other stakeholders, as a tool in crop breeding and to make prediction about future cocoa yields.
Cocoa is a major global commodity grown by nearly 6 million smallholder farmers across the tropics and is essential for the livelihoods and food security of tens of millions of people. Current yields of cocoa are generally very low, compared to what is possible. This enormous yield gap in combination with increasing demand puts pressure on arable land and natural biodiversity while climate change will further challenge production.
You will be part of the project which is a collaboration between Centre for Crop Systems Analysis (CSA) Wageningen University and Mondelez International. The work will provide inputs to longer-term goals and concrete deliverables, actionable recommendations are expected by Mondelez besides scientific publication.
This project will develop and use a combination of physiological crop (or plant) models and data to support transfer of research findings from the Mondelez technology centre and field trials to deployment on-farm, field level crop optimisation, and guide the future direction of research.
We ask
We are looking for a highly motivated candidate with the following qualifications:
We offer
Wageningen University & Research offers excellent terms of employment. A few highlights from our Collective Labour Agreement include:
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 € 2.836- and €4.474,- depending on level of experience for a full-time working week of 38 hours, in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreements for Dutch Universities (CAO-NU) (scale <>). This is a 1 year full-time position. Upon favourable evaluation of the project it can be extended to 3 years. Based on full time employment. The position starts 1 January 2022. The successful applicant will be based at Centre for Crop Systems Analysis, Wageningen University.
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 16th 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.
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More information
Contact information for questions on the vacancy:
Additional information about this project can be obtained from Prof. Niels Anten (niels.anten@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.
Please upload your application (motivation letter and curriculum vitae). Do not mail your application.
Candidates that are selected for the interview stage will be asked to give a short presentation on research background and their views on the project.
This vacancy will be listed up to and including 5 November 2021.
The first interviews will be held between 12 November and 24 november 2021
The preferred starting date for this position is 1 January 2022.
Equal opportunities
Wageningen University & Research (WUR) employs a large number of people with very different backgrounds and qualities, who inspire and motivate each other.
We want every talent to feel at home in our organisation and be offered the same career opportunities. We therefore especially welcome applications from people who are underrepresented at WUR. For more information please go to our inclusivity page. A good example of how WUR deals with inclusiveness can be read on the page working at WUR with a functional impairment.
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The project is a collaboration between Centre for Crop Systems Analysis (CSA) Wageningen University and Mondelez International.
The mission of CSA is to contribute to the development of high quality plant production in sustainable agro-ecosystems through research and teaching. The emphasis is on improvement and innovation of plant production at various levels of integration; from genotypes to cropping systems. Sustainable production of tropical perennial crops like cacao and implications for biodiversity and small-holder farmer livelihoods is a central theme of the CSA.
Mondelez is one of the world’s largest chocolate companies. Through its industry-leading Cocoa Life program Mondelez has committed to invest $400MM to create a sustainable cocoa supply chain. Working with farmers, NGOs, suppliers and government institutions the program aims to reach more than 200,000 famers and 1 million community members across six countries by 2022.
We will recruit for the vacancy ourselves, so no employment agencies please. However, sharing in your network is appreciated.
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