Macroecological modeller

• You have a M.Sc. or a Ph.D. degree in a relevant field (e.g. ecology, environmental sciences, earth sciences, engineering). For candidates with an M.Sc. degree, several years of work experience in a similar position are required.
• You have extensive demonstrable experience in developing and applying quantitative ecological models.
• You have extensive demonstrable experience with high-level programming languages (e.g. Python, R) and GIS software.
• You have experience with version control systems (e.g. Git) in collaborative settings.
• You are familiar with managing, handling and editing large datasets, including geospatial datasets.
• You have excellent communication skills.
• You are fluent in English (written and spoken) and you master at least a basic level of Dutch (mainly spoken) or you are willing to learn.

Are you missing some of the job requirements, but would you like to work at PBL? Motivate why you think you are a good fit in our organisation, and who knows, you might become our new colleague!

• Salaris­niveau schaal 10, schaal 11
• Maand­salaris Min €3.404 – Max. €6.110 (bruto)
• Dienst­verband Arbeidsovereenkomst voor bepaalde tijd met uitzicht op onbepaalde tijd
• Contract­duur Permanent contract preceded by a one-year contract. If functioning sufficiently: after one year conversion to indefinite
• Minimaal aantal uren per week 32
• Maximaal aantal uren per week 36

In addition to your salary, you will receive an Individual Budget (IKB). The IKB consists of funds (16.50% of your gross annual salary) and time. With the IKB, you make choices that are right for you, and you can decide on some of your employment conditions yourself. For example, you could opt to receive part of your monthly salary at a date of your choosing. You could also use the budget to purchase additional leave, or vice versa, or spend it on tax-efficient purchases. The Government of the Netherlands strongly values personal growth and career development and offers a wide range of options to achieve that. The fringe benefits include various study facilities, company fitness, a full compensation of your public transport expenses for your commute and partially paid parental leave.

Specifics
Pay attention: you need to apply before the closing date (not up until and including).

• From the closing date onwards, the vacancy will no longer be visible online. We therefore recommend downloading and saving the vacancy text.
• References checking or online screening (e.g. academic publications or LinkedIn profile) can be part of the selection process.
• You will be given a one-year contract. If you perform well, you will be offered a permanent contract after the year.
• The salary level within the offered scales is determined on the basis of knowledge and experience.
• If it fits with your work activities, you can partially work from home. You do, however, live and work in the Netherlands and are at least half of your worktime at the office.

Onboarding
We consider a good landing in the organisation to be very important. In your onboarding period, you will be guided by a direct colleague. This colleague is your first point of contact in the period in which you are still getting acquainted with the organisation. Furthermore, PBL has an introduction programme for new employees concerning the role and position of PBL, our ways of working, and the working culture.

Contact

• For more information about the vacancy process, please contact Ellen van Tongeren, HR advisor, via 06-11499768.
• Do you have questions about the content of this function? Please contact dr. A. Marques via 06-21353369.