DO YOU HAVE EXPERIENCE IN EDUCATION OR PUBLIC OUTREACH AND AN AFFINITY FOR SOIL AND LANDSCAPE? ARE YOU METICULOUS AND CAPABLE OF SMOOTHLY MANAGING ALL DAILY OPERATIONS IN A SMALL AND UNIQUE MUSEUM? CAN YOU TRANSLATE OUR OUTSTANDING COLLECTION INTO ENTHUSIASM THAT YOU CONVEY TO OUR VISITORS? THEN WE ARE LOOKING FOR YOU!

ISRIC is a reference and information center for the world’s soils. It manages, among other things, the unique World Soil Reference Collection. This collection comprises approximately 1,000 soil profiles, with related sub-collections such as soil samples, from 80 countries and all major soil types worldwide. Through interactive guidance and multimedia, we bring the soil closer to the visitor of the World Soil Museum of ISRIC on the Wageningen Campus. Our ambition is to expand our reach by providing more people with online access to the museum’s information and stories. The soil museum collaborates internationally with soil institutions and museums and contributes to a European-funded project (2024-2028) in the field of soil education. As a museum and education officer, you will handle all practical matters in and around the museum. You will work alongside the Head of the World Soil Museum, the Technical Collections Officer, and the Communications Officer.

Your tasks and responsibilities include:

• Coordinating and partially executing educational activities in the World Soil Museum, including welcoming groups;
• Contributing to the development of innovative online content in the field of soil education for the museum’s media (app, website);
• Assisting with the digitization and management of our unique collections;
• Documenting and improving procedures and protocols;
• Managing the World Soil Museum’s schedule, handling administrative tasks related to museum visits, and scheduling guides for tours;
• Maintaining contacts with artists for collaboration in exhibitions;
• Organizing events in the museum such as lectures and themed days;
• Supporting the management of the soil library;
• Creating inspiring posts on social media.

ISRIC – World Soil Information is an independent foundation. ISRIC has a cooperation agreement with Wageningen University, stipulating that ISRIC employees are employed by Wageningen University.
That’s why the employment conditions of Wageningen University apply. With us, you’ll have a versatile position in an international environment with a pleasant and open working atmosphere.

When it comes to employment conditions, you’re in good hands at Wageningen University. Some highlights from our Collective Labour Agreement (CAO) include:

• sabbatical leave, study leave, and partially paid parental leave;
• flexible working hours that can be arranged in consultation, enabling an optimal work-life balance;
• a strong focus on vitality, including access to the on-campus sports facilities at a discounted rate;
• an annual year-end bonus of 8.3%;
• an excellent pension scheme through the ABP.

Naturally, these outstanding secondary employment benefits are complemented by a suitable salary. Depending on your experience, we offer a competitive salary ranging from a minimum of €3,218 to a maximum of €4,298 for a full-time position (38 hours per week) in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement of Dutch Universities (scale 8).
The position is for 32 hours per week, but a contract for 24 to 30 hours per week can also be discussed if preferred. We initially offer a two-year contract, which may be extended upon good performance and if organizational (economic) conditions allow.
Wageningen University & Research offers ample opportunities for personal growth and development, supported by a strong internal recruitment policy and excellent training options.
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.
Read the 5 reasons why your future colleagues enjoy working at WUR and watch the video below to get an idea of our green campus!

We will recruit for the vacancy ourselves, so no employment agencies please. However, sharing in your network is appreciated.

• You have completed a higher professional education (HBO) degree;
• You have experience in education and/or public outreach;
• You work meticulously and task-oriented;
• You are strong in organizational and communication skills (both oral and written);
• You can collaborate well and have a proactive and solution-oriented attitude;
• You have an affinity for soil and landscape;
• You have a first aid certificate or are willing to obtain one shortly;
• You have a good command of both Dutch and English;
• Experience with education or museum collections is a plus.

For more information about this position, please contact Stephan Mantel at stephan.mantel@isric.org.
For more information about the application procedure, please contact Jouke van Oostenbrugge, Corporate Recruiter, via jouke.vanoostenbrugge@wur.nl.

• Coordinating and partially executing educational activities in the World Soil Museum, including welcoming groups;
• Contributing to the development of innovative online content in the field of soil education for the museum’s media (app, website);
• Assisting with the digitization and management of our unique collections;
• Documenting and improving procedures and protocols;
• Managing the World Soil Museum’s schedule, handling administrative tasks related to museum visits, and scheduling guides for tours;
• Maintaining contacts with artists for collaboration in exhibitions;
• Organizing events in the museum such as lectures and themed days;
• Supporting the management of the soil library;
• Creating inspiring posts on social media