Research Assistant Biochemistry

Who are we?

The Jan IngenHousz Institute is a philanthropically funded, open science institute decaded to improving photosynthesis to enhaunce global crop production. Our goal is to contribute to global food security amid climate change, biodiversity loss, and a growing population. Our ambition is to unravel the secrets of photosynthesis, not in the laboratory, but in the real world. To achieve this, we develop advanced methods and equipment to bridge the gap between the field, the greenhouse, and the lab. This enables us to continuously measure how photosynthesis responds to changes in environmental conditions. The JII team consists of engineers, data scientists, biochemists, biophysicists, geneticists, plant physiologists and breeders, working collectively at national and international levels. We are located at the campus of Wageningen University & Research and collaborates with many universities worldwide.

What will you do?

As a research assistant, you will perform diverse biochemical assays. Your main focus will be analysis of metabolites, enzymatic assays, and protein biochemistry. You will establish and optimize biochemical assays and fill a supporting role in several research projects.

Who are you?

• You have completed a Master's degree in biochemistry or related field.

• As a learning organization, you don't need to know everything, but you are known for quickly acquiring new skills.

• You are a proactive individual who enjoys working in a solution-oriented manner, motivated to keep learning, and contribute to the institute's ambitions.

• Organized and precise in the lab, ensuring experiments are done accurately and results are recorded clearly. Follows protocols carefully and keeps the workspace efficient.

• We anticipate that over the next few years, more researchers will contribute to the research program. You can pioneer and grow with our institute.

• You have good English language skills as you will work in a team of international individuals, where English is the primary language.

  
  

What do we offer?

• A position of 32 to 38 hours in scale 8 of the NU collective labour agreement (€3.382,- to €4.484,-). Although we are not covered by a collective agreement, we follow the salary scales of the NU agreement.

• You will receive 8% holiday pay and an 8.3% year-end bonus.

• We start with a 1-year contract, and if both parties wish to continue collaborating, a contract extension will follow.

• You will work in an intellectually stimulating and challenging environment.

• You will contribute to building an institute with significant societal relevance.

  
  

Response

If you have questions about this position, you can contact Thekla von Bismarck, Research Fellow, 0031 (0) 611 004 392. Please email your response with motivation and CV to Alexander Laarman, Operations Manager, alexander.laarman[at]jii.org, by May 01, 2026.