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Sustainability Metrics & Models (LCA) Specialist, PhD candidate

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Sustainability Metrics & Models (LCA) Specialist, PhD candidate

• Amersfoort, Utrecht
• Livestock Feed
• Research & Development
• Full time
• Netherlands

Sustainability Metrics & Models (LCA) Specialist, PhD candidate

Job Description

Nutreco is a member of the SHV family, and we are committed to 'Feeding the Future' through sustainable and innovative practices. Nutreco has two business lines: Trouw Nutrition specializes in animal nutrition and is committed to advancing sustainable livestock production through cutting-edge feed specialties and digital solutions. Skretting is a leading global provider of innovative aquafeed solutions.

Drive real change in Sustainability and Animal Nutrition

Are you committed to building a truly sustainable future? At our core, we strive to transform animal nutrition with measurable, science-driven solutions. As a Sustainability Metrics & Models (LCA) Specialist at Trouw Nutrition, you will play a key role in quantifying, analyzing, and reducing the environmental footprint of our industry. Your insights will fuel positive change, ensuring sustainability is deeply embedded in our decisions, products, and partnerships.

In this role, you are positioned at the forefront of the market, working within a globally leading company that sets industry standards. Your expertise will contribute directly to meet the sustainability targets of our company, our customers and partners.

A Unique Opportunity - Work & PhD study combined

The position includes a PhD study at Wageningen University & Research, the world's #1 agricultural university. You will work on modeling the environmental impact of functional feed ingredients and nutritional strategies by connecting animal response models with Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) models. Your first focus will be in poultry. This role will be for approximate 50% of your time and provide a great opportunity to further develop your expertise and skills that can also be applied across species.

About The Role:

Responsibilities:

• Conduct Impactful PhD Research

  Pursue a PhD at Wageningen University & Research, modeling the environmental impact of feed ingredients and farming strategies to shape future sustainable animal nutrition and farming practices.

• Lead Sustainability assessments

  Conduct life cycle assessments (LCA) and environmental risk evaluations of functional ingredients and feed programs, ensuring compliance with industry standards (e.g., GHG Protocol, ISO 14040/44, PEF).

• Develop and optimize environmental data systems

  Support maintenance and development of our footprint databases, integrating them with digital tools and automated reporting systems to drive data-driven sustainability insights.

• Drive Sustainable product and service innovation

  Collaborate with R&D and technical-commercial teams to develop sustainable feed solutions, feeding programs and digital tools, reducing the environmental footprint impact of animal nutrition.

• Knowledge sharing & industry representation

  Provide training on environmental footprint calculations, contribute to sustainability strategies, and represent Trouw Nutrition in technical networks, working groups, and conferences.

Skills and Expertise:

Qualifications:

• Master of science in agriculture, aquaculture, environmental science/engineering, or biological science.
• Talented and motivated to work in quantitative modeling in animal science.
• Strong interest in sustainable farming and food systems.
• Fluent in (verbal and written) English

Expectations for the role:

We are seeking a sustainability metrics & models specialist to support and eventually lead environmental impact assessments for our products and programs. Success in this role depends on your ability to synthesize complex data into actionable plans, communicate clearly, and manage your time effectively.

Why You Will Love Working with Us:

At Nutreco, you join a mission-driven organization committed to innovation, sustainability, and growth. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with leading minds across diverse disciplines while making a meaningful contribution to feeding a growing global population sustainably.

Global Benefits:

• A full-time position in an international, dynamic environment.
• Competitive remuneration package, good pension scheme, and 30 vacation days with flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional growth within Nutreco and the broader SHV group.
• A flexible work environment with the option to work from home several days per week.

We value a seamless candidate experience and would like to respond within five - ten (5-10) business days .TheThe hiring process typically takes 4-6 weeks. For more information, please contact () at . We appreciate your interest in joining our mission to innovate and sustainably shape the future of food production.

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Congratulations! Your application has successfully caught our attention. We are impressed by your skills and experiences, which suggest a great fit for our team.

We'll be in touch soon with the next steps in the hiring process. Meanwhile, explore our website to learn more about our company culture and current projects. Thank you for considering a career with us!

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We'll discuss your background and how you can contribute to our team. After the interview, we aim to provide feedback promptly. Best of luck!

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• Application : We were impressed by your credentials and potential contributions.
• Interview : Your understanding of the role and your passion stood out. We are now finalizing our decisions and will contact you soon.