Researcher in Water Quality and Health

Are you passionate about science, safety, and clean water? Do you want to use your knowledge to make a real-world impact? We are looking for an enthusiastic Researcher to join a team of experts in Nieuwegein. In this role, you will investigate chemical substances in our water systems and find out how they affect human health. It is a dynamic job where science meets practice, and you will get all the training you need to start successfully!

We want you to feel welcome and valued from day one. Here is what you can expect:

• A competitive salary of € 24.45 per hour.

• A pension plan from StiPP

• A thorough onboarding and training period to help you get used to your new role and projects.

• A warm, multidisciplinary team of friendly experts who love to collaborate.

• An innovative and highly sustainable working environment with state-of-the-art facilities.

As a Researcher, you will help figure out how chemical substances behave in water and what that means for our health. Your daily tasks will include:

• Working with colleagues to develop new methods for testing water safety.

• Studying different chemical substances, mixtures, and materials in the water cycle.

• Translating scientific findings into clear, practical solutions for the water sector.

• Helping to decide which water treatments and solutions are most urgent and effective.

• Sharing research results through presentations and publications, both in the Netherlands and internationally.

• Collaborating closely with your project team and building relationships with partners.

Our client is an internationally renowned research institute focused on water quality and sustainable development. Their main mission is "bridging science and practice." They operate from a beautiful, fully sustainable building equipped with modern laboratories and specialized testing halls.

With a team of around 200 passionate employees, they work on innovative projects across the Netherlands and Europe. The work culture is open, collaborative, and deeply meaningful—everything done here directly contributes to safe, clean drinking water and a healthier society.

To match the team and the level of research, we are looking for the following profile. Please note: you do not need to check every single box to apply!

• A university degree (Master's or PhD) in a natural science, like biology, chemistry, or environmental science.

• Knowledge of substance risk assessment, toxicology, or specific materials like microplastics.

• A good command of both English and Dutch (freely spoken and written). If you are still learning one of those languages, still feel free to apply.

• A creative mindset and the ability to turn complex problems into clear research results.

• An enthusiastic team player who enjoys planning, organizing, and working on a project basis.

• An interest in sharing results with the world and building a reputation in your field.

• Experience or interest in the Dutch water sector is a big plus, but international experience is also very welcome!