Would you like to help find solutions to the problems of nitrogen, methane and particulate matter in livestock farming?
At Wageningen Livestock Research, you’ll be working on innovations for low-emission livestock housing and manure storage facilities. As a measurement technician, you’ll combine hands-on work with scientific precision. You’ll help to develop and test measurement methods that enable emissions to be measured continuously and reliably.
What will you be doing?
You’ll act as the link between research and practice, carrying out measurements in livestock farming locations across the country. As a measurement technician, your responsibilities will include:
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on-site measurements;
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data processing and analysis;
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maintenance of measuring equipement.
You will provide expert input for project plans and ensure that measurements are carried out in accordance with the agreed criteria. You will combine data with your own observations and practical insights, and maintain close contact with both researchers and livestock farmers.
Where will you be based?
You will work in the Air Quality Laboratory (AQL), part of the Emissions and Manure valorisation department. Together with around 10 colleagues, you will be responsible for measurements, data and equipment. Within the team, you will develop your own specialisation.
About Emissions and Manure valorisation
The Emissions and Manure valorisation department conducts practice-oriented research towards a healthier environment and sustainable livestock farming. You will work with a diverse group of around 40 colleagues – ranging from researchers to analysts – within Wageningen University & Research and with external partners.
You are independent and responsible, but also enjoy working as part of a team. With your practical approach and technical insight, you focus on finding solutions. You work precisely, communicate easily and are proactive. You enjoy getting to work in a practical setting and are curious about the data you collect and process. Supporting colleagues with technical issues in the field gives you energy.
You also have:
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a relevant higher professional education (HBO) qualification, for example in livestock farming, the environment and/or engineering, with a demonstrable affinity for data processing. If you hold a senior secondary vocational education (MBO) qualification in a relevant field and have suitable work experience, we also invite you to apply;
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an interest in livestock farming and you keep a close eye on developments relating to the environment;
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you need to be fluent in Dutch and you hold a Category B driving licence (preferably also a Category BE licence).
Wageningen University & Research offers excellent terms of employment. A few highlights from our Collective Labour Agreement include:
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working hours that can be discussed and arranged so that they allow for the best possible work-life balance;
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sabbatical leave, study leave, and partially paid parental leave;
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there is a strong focus on vitality and you can make use of the sports facilities available on campus for a small fee;
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a fixed year-end bonus of 8,3%;
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excellent pension scheme.
In addition to these first-rate employee benefits, you will of course receive a good salary. We offer, depending on your experience, a competitive gross salary of between € 3,381.- and € 4,560.- for a full-time working week of 36 hours, in accordance with the CLA Wageningen Research (scale 8). Additionally, for this role a contract for 28 to 36 hours can be discussed. We initially offer a one-year contract, with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and depending on the organisation’s financial situation.
We encourage development and internal mobility within our organisation. Our recruitment and selection policy sets out the conditions that apply specifically to you as a (former) employee. If you have any questions, we are happy to help.
WUR welcomes applications from international candidates. However, for applicants for this specific position from outside the EU/EFTA zone, immigration restrictions may apply based on Dutch and EU immigration laws. Such candidates may be eligible for an “orientation year” in the Netherlands or a visa as a “knowledge migrant”.
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.
Because we expect you to work and live in the Netherlands our team of advisors on Dutch immigration procedures will help you with the visa application procedures for yourself and, if applicable, for your family. If you come with a partner, we offer a Dual Career group program organized by our Welcome Center. This program helps your partner to get familiar with the Dutch culture, labour market and assists your partner to find a job.
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 coming to Wageningen. Furthermore, our Welcome Center can assist you with any additional advice and information about for example housing, opening a bank account or schooling. Finally, certain categories of international staff may be eligible for a tax exemption on a part of their salary during the first five years in the Netherlands.
For more information about the position, please contact Renée Talens, Manager department Emissions and Manure Valorisation, via telephone number: +31 652627918 or via email: [email protected].
Questions about the procedure? Get in touch with Dax Teunissen, Corporate Recruiter, via email: [email protected].
Ready to apply?
Click on the application button next to the vacancy on our website. Only applications submitted through our website will be considered.
You can apply up to and including Monday September 21, 2026. Internal candidates are preferred to apply before August 27, 2026.
Applications are reviewed regularly. Therefore, the position may be filled before the stated closing date.
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Wageningen University & Research (WUR) highly values diversity and inclusion because we believe that different insights lead to innovative solutions. We create a work environment where everyone feels welcome, safe, and appreciated, regardless of background, identity, or experience. Together, we are building a culture where everyone's unique contribution adds to the success of our organization.
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, 7,600 employees (6,700 fte) and 13,100 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.
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