The teaching assistant is a recent MSc graduate who would like to continue in the academic world. The teaching assistant will assist the lecturers at the Water Systems and Global Change Group in teaching, such as setting up Brightspace websites, course guides and timetables, supervising group work and assisting with practicals, supervising exams, etc.
The teaching assistant will also have the opportunity to convert his/her graduation report into a scientific article and/or work on a PhD proposal. This proposal may be submitted to funders so that he or she can continue to be involved with the group to do a PhD. In this way we create a win-win situation, in which the teachers of the WSG group are relieved of a number of practical aspects of coordinating a course and the candidate can work on his/her future career in science. Wageningen University & Research offers excellent terms of employment. A few highlights from our Collective Labour Agreement include:
Wageningen University & Research offers plenty of opportunities for growth and development, with a strong internal recruitment policy and excellent training programmes.
You will work on the greenest and most innovative campus in the Netherlands, in an international and open working environment. For 20 consecutive years, we have been voted the "best university" in the Netherlands! A place to be proud of.
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.
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. The mission of Wageningen University & Research is ‘To explore the potential of nature to improve the quality of life’.
We pursue this mission through a synergistic approach between Wageningen University and Wageningen Research Foundation (applied research). Our research focuses on questions within the domains of food, living environment, and society. With approximately 30 locations, 7,700 staff members, 2,500 PhD candidates, and over 13,000 students, Wageningen University & Research is among the world’s leading knowledge institutions in its domain. The integral approach to challenges and the collaboration across various disciplines form the core of the unique Wageningen approach.
Read the 5 reasons why your future colleagues enjoy working at WUR.
We will recruit for the vacancy ourselves, so no employment agencies please. However, sharing in your network is appreciated. You are a recent MSc graduate in the field of International Land and Water Management, Environmental Sciences or Climate Studies, ideally with a specialisation in Water Systems and Global Change, who has the capacity to continue in the academic world.
You also possess:
In our international working environment there is an increasing amount of communication in English. For this position it is about language level C1. If you do not yet have this level, we will of course help you and you can go to our language center Wageningen in'to Language.
You can see that there are plenty of challenges ahead of you. These challenges can also be seen as development opportunities. So if you do not yet have the track-record required in the vacancy, but do have solid work experience, we would also like to invite you to apply.
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.
You will work for The Water Systems and Global Change (WSG) part of the Earth Systems and Global Change group.
The Earth Systems and Global Change Group is a solution-oriented multidisciplinary research group focusing on sustainability and global change. At the ESC group, the chair on Water Systems and Global Change focuses on solution-oriented science for sustainable water system. We analyse and assess the impacts of climate change and population growth on water systems and propose and test mitigation and adaptation strategies. We use simulation models, earth system observations, scenario analysis, field studies and social-scientific approaches and we invite students from different backgrounds, skills and interests to take part in our courses and research. For more information about the position, please contact Keith Williams, education coordinator of the WSG group, via email: [email protected].
Questions about the procedure? Get in touch with Jouke van Oostenbrugge, Corporate Recruiter, via [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 until Monday September 15, 2025. The first interviews are scheduled as soon as possible.
Procedure
As part of our selection process, an assessment may be incorporated within the procedure
Welcome, safe, and valued
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 teaching assistant will also have the opportunity to convert his/her graduation report into a scientific article and/or work on a PhD proposal. This proposal may be submitted to funders so that he or she can continue to be involved with the group to do a PhD. In this way we create a win-win situation, in which the teachers of the WSG group are relieved of a number of practical aspects of coordinating a course and the candidate can work on his/her future career in science. 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;
- 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 year-end bonus of 8.3%;
- excellent pension scheme.
Wageningen University & Research offers plenty of opportunities for growth and development, with a strong internal recruitment policy and excellent training programmes.
You will work on the greenest and most innovative campus in the Netherlands, in an international and open working environment. For 20 consecutive years, we have been voted the "best university" in the Netherlands! A place to be proud of.
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.
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. The mission of Wageningen University & Research is ‘To explore the potential of nature to improve the quality of life’.
We pursue this mission through a synergistic approach between Wageningen University and Wageningen Research Foundation (applied research). Our research focuses on questions within the domains of food, living environment, and society. With approximately 30 locations, 7,700 staff members, 2,500 PhD candidates, and over 13,000 students, Wageningen University & Research is among the world’s leading knowledge institutions in its domain. The integral approach to challenges and the collaboration across various disciplines form the core of the unique Wageningen approach.
Read the 5 reasons why your future colleagues enjoy working at WUR.
We will recruit for the vacancy ourselves, so no employment agencies please. However, sharing in your network is appreciated. You are a recent MSc graduate in the field of International Land and Water Management, Environmental Sciences or Climate Studies, ideally with a specialisation in Water Systems and Global Change, who has the capacity to continue in the academic world.
You also possess:
- Affinity with and an interest in education
- Organisational skills, talent for planning and a proactive attitude
- Excellent communication and social skills
- Good oral and written skills
In our international working environment there is an increasing amount of communication in English. For this position it is about language level C1. If you do not yet have this level, we will of course help you and you can go to our language center Wageningen in'to Language.
You can see that there are plenty of challenges ahead of you. These challenges can also be seen as development opportunities. So if you do not yet have the track-record required in the vacancy, but do have solid work experience, we would also like to invite you to apply.
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.
You will work for The Water Systems and Global Change (WSG) part of the Earth Systems and Global Change group.
The Earth Systems and Global Change Group is a solution-oriented multidisciplinary research group focusing on sustainability and global change. At the ESC group, the chair on Water Systems and Global Change focuses on solution-oriented science for sustainable water system. We analyse and assess the impacts of climate change and population growth on water systems and propose and test mitigation and adaptation strategies. We use simulation models, earth system observations, scenario analysis, field studies and social-scientific approaches and we invite students from different backgrounds, skills and interests to take part in our courses and research. For more information about the position, please contact Keith Williams, education coordinator of the WSG group, via email: [email protected].
Questions about the procedure? Get in touch with Jouke van Oostenbrugge, Corporate Recruiter, via [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 until Monday September 15, 2025. The first interviews are scheduled as soon as possible.
Procedure
As part of our selection process, an assessment may be incorporated within the procedure
Welcome, safe, and valued
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.
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