‍ Background / Role

APEO srl is a Spinoff of Gembloux Agro-BioTech, University of Liege. It aims to develop and market plant protection products based on essential oils. This development follows 13 years of research led by the laboratory of Integrated and Urban Phytopathology of Gembloux Agro-BioTech (www.phytopathologie.be).

With this background in mind, APEO wishes to recruit a RESEARCHER responsible for the development of bio herbicide formulations for agricultural use.

Mission

The person hired will develop formulations in laboratories and evaluate the physico-chemical characteristics of these formulations. They will set up trials to evaluate the effectiveness and selectivity of these formulations against weeds on different scales (from the greenhouse level to the field level).

Interactions

They will interact with a team in charge of studying the modes of these formulations within the Gembloux Agro Bio Tech and other companies working on behalf of APEO.

They will collaborate and communicate in French and English with the APEO team and its partners. They will prepare reports and participate in APEO’s scientific meetings.

They will evolve in a dynamic environment amidst acompany with a bright future and the possibility of long-term employment.

Qualifications

• Hold a Master’s degree in bio-engineeringor a Master’s degree in sciences (such as chemistry, biology …) or Master’s degree in industrial engineering,
• Interest for research and plant protection,
• Knowledge of biochemistry is essential,
• Knowledge of formulation engineering is a plus,
• Knowledge on plants and their cycles are additional skills,

Skills required

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in R&D is necessary,
• Excellent oral and written skills in French and English,
• Initiative, team spirit, practical skills, and autonomy,
• Good organisation and time management,
• Excellent communication and interaction skills,
• Available soon.

Applications, together with a curriculum vitae and a cover letter, should be sent by email to a.malerbe@apeosolutions.com by the 3^rd of May at the latest. The contract will begin as soon as possible depending on the availability of the successful candidate.

Further information can be obtained from JIJAKLI Haissam by email at h.jijakli@apeosolutions.com or by phone on (+32) 0499 26 13 50

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