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Ole Maaloes vej 3
Copenhagen, Copenhagen 2200
Denmark
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Closing Date: 11/24/2025

Job Description
 You will be responsible for field trial testing of cutting-edge bacteria-based solutions to fight fungal diseases in vineyards, in a more sustainable way.
Full-time position (37 hours pr. week)
Based in Copenhagen Denmark, with frequent domestic and international travel (mainly in EU)

VITI BIOTECH®
At VitiBiotech® our goal is to enable more sustainable viticulture with microbial innovation. We want to reduce the use of copper and other toxic fungicides in vineyards, with-out sacrificing yield and quality of the grapes. Our bacteria-based solutions aim to target the most common fungal disease threats in vineyards: Botrytis bunch rot, Downy mildew, and Powdery mildew.

We are a young start-up company based in a biotech start-up hub in a central location in Copenhagen. We are a team of 2½ working members and 3 additional founders/board members. In the team we have plant pathology, fungal and bacteria interaction, oenology as well as business development and marketing expertise. As we are a small team, we work closely together to solve things, and the mentality is to find solutions even in areas outside of one’s core expertise and to give a hand where needed. We have a strong scientific focus and work together with universities and the scientific community. Furthermore, we are working closely together with the European wine industry in our development work and already have additional funding for a Denmark focused two-year project together with Copenhagen University of Life science and two Danish wine producers (Njord and Lilleø vin).

THE ROLE
Your first mayor task will be to successfully manage and run the first field trials, testing the first generation of the bacteria-based solution in vineyards, primarily in Denmark and in collaboration with Copenhagen university and the two Danish vineyards.

Day-to-day tasks:
Design, plan, execute and monitor field trials
Support on developing the prototype bacteria-based products for testing
Set-up collaborations with institutes, laboratories, wineries, vineyards etc.
Work closely with the two other scientists working on in-vitro assays, screening and on a deeper understanding of the fungal diseases and interactions with our bacteria
Keep up to date on development of vineyard practises and the science in the field of fungicides and biologicals

In the team you shall bring the viticulture expertise, both practical as well as scientific to the team. And be our person in the fields securing that we run successful trials and capture all the results and learnings. For the first year the field trials will be primarily in Denmark, but already from year 2 the focus will change to more established wine regions in EU. You will be responsible for setting-up the collaborations and making sure we can run the field trials, meaning that relevant analytical partners, as well as logistical partners are in place and properly instructed. You are also expected to be our link to the scientific Viticulture community.

You will be part of a small passionate team, and part of an inspiring biotech community in a Copenhagen hub, where we are located.

QUALIFICATIONS
You must have a BSc or higher education in Viticulture as well as practical Viticulture experience. We also ask that you have some form of research experience.

Fluent in spoken and written English
Hold a driver’s license (valid in EU)
Be able to travel freely in EU
Willing and able to be located in Denmark (Copenhagen area)

You must not be shy of tacking up practical task both in field and in the lab, as well as be curious to learn new things both with-in viticultural practises and microbiology. You will with time need to develop an understanding of the microbiome of vines and vineyards and how it impacts the vine and grapes health. You should be open minded and have good net-working skills, as you will be expected to collaborate with everything from small scale biodynamic wine producers to large industrial wineries as well as universities etc. As we are a small team, we heavily rely on you being team player.

Finally, we ask that you care about making the future vineyard management less dependent on chemicals.

It would be a plus if you speak and/or write on or more of the following languages: French, Italian and Spanish.

BENEFITS
Salary will be determined according to Danish market standards and the candidate’s qualifications and will include pension and/or health care.

Work hours will be flexible, also during travel periods, in which one is expected accommodate customers and collaborators schedules and travel logistics. All time spent traveling and working is included within the competitive base salary; no additional overtime compensation will be paid.

If you are re-locating from other EU country or outside of EU we will assist with governmental paperwork and potential required sponsorship and work permit.

APPLICATION
Please send CV and cover letter to Nathalia@vitibiotech.com
Deadline for application: November 24th 2025
Interviews during December 2025
Preferred start date March 1st 2026

Looking forward to hearing from you.
Kind regards
Nathalia Kruse Edwards
CEO/Co-founder

Yolo County, CA

595 Hilgard Drive, #1148 Robert Mondavi Building North
Davis, CA 95616
United States
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Closing Date: 11/11/2025

Job Description
The UC Davis Kearney Agricultural Center seeks a full-time Junior Specialist to assist the PI, Dr. Matthew Fidelibus, to collect important data to better understand grape cluster arm abscission and natural berry drying, which will inform the USDA raisin grape breeding program and help refine cultural practices for natural dry-on-vine raisin varieties.

The position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in plant histology and contribute to cutting-edge research in Viticulture. The ideal candidate will be organized, collaborative, and enthusiastic about learning and discovery. We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior Specialist to support ongoing research in raisin development, with a particular emphasis on histological techniques and microscopic imaging. The successful candidate will assist with sample preparation, imaging, and data analysis for studies focused on plant anatomy and physiology. This position contributes to our central role in advancing research in plant biology and agricultural science, including efforts to characterize naturally dried-on-vine (NDOV) raisin varieties.

This position will be located at the
UC Davis Kearney Agricultural Center, in Parlier, CA.

No prior experience in viticulture is required; training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities:
• Prepare and embed plant tissues using paraffin or resin-based techniques.
• Operate and maintain microtomes to produce high-quality tissue sections.
• Prepare, stain, and mount slides for microscopic examination.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and follow safety and quality control protocols.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of scientists, including USDA researchers.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to sample preparation and sectioning.
• Provide flexible support to new projects and team initiatives.

RESEARCH (90%)
• Play an integral role in the development and management of research data pipelines supporting the UC Davis Kearney Agricultural Center
• Support and advise the UC Davis Kearney Agricultural Center with tissue and slide preparation to advance research.
• Collaborate and support the UC Davis Kearney Agricultural Center for research publications and dashboards.
• Contribute to data synthesis and presentation for academic and extension audiences.

PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE & ACTIVITY (5%)
• Participate in group meetings and training activities.
• Engage in publishable research activities, including participating in discussions about research directions, interpreting results, and contributing to scientific publications.

UNIVERSITY & PUBLIC SERVICE (5%)
The candidate will assist in recruiting, overseeing and working with undergraduate students. Mentoring will include teaching the students about tissue preparation and microscopic examination.
Work Environment:
• This position is located at the UC Davis Kearney Agricultural Center, located at Building 114, Lab 5.
• Work involves office, laboratory and field settings, requiring flexibility and adaptability.
• Collaborative work under the guidance of USDA-ARS researchers, including scientists and field support staff from the Sustainable Agricultural Water Systems ARS-USDA unit.

Per APM 330: it is inappropriate to appoint an individual with a Master’s or doctoral degree in the relevant discipline or a baccalaureate degree plus three or more years of experience with the specialized methods as a Junior Specialist.

https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF07376

 Von-Lade-Straße 1
Geisenheim, Hessen 65366
Germany
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Closing Date: 11/09/2025

Job Description
Hochschule Geisenheim University (HGU) is Germany’s first “New Type of University” evaluated by the German Council of Science and Humanities and has the right to award doctorates. Our bachelor’s degree programs provide our students with an excellent scientific foundation and practice-oriented teaching that qualifies them for successful careers. The master programs are designed to equip students with specialist qualifications based on profile-building, and fundamental research with a strong international focus.
HGU is filling the position of
Professor (W2) of Enology (f/m/d)
Reference number: P1-2025
with a starting date of summer semester 2026.
Hochschule Geisenheim University (HGU) enjoys an outstanding reputation in the fields of viticulture and enology and is regarded as a unique center of expertise for education and research. The incumbent will represent the area of enology with a strong focus on process-oriented and applied research and teaching. We are looking for a broadly skilled individual who will both scientifically lead and actively shape the transformation of enological practices.
The focus is on the scientific examination of the entire enological process chain. We are looking for a research-active individual who can address and further develop innovative technologies, new approaches, and changing conditions for wine production. This should include the consideration of alternative grape products, the vinification of novel grape cultivars and grape characteristics as impacted by climate change. A solid knowledge of analytical and process-oriented methods, experience in planning and conducting research projects, and the ability to actively shape research in an interdisciplinary environment are expected.
In teaching, the position represents the field of enology in German- and English language bachelor’s and master’s degree programs at the university with a teaching load of 9 semester hours per week (e.g., Technologie der Weinbereitung, Advanced Enology). The teaching approach should be applied and focused on problem solving skills. Active participation in the further development of the curriculum is expected.
It is also expected that the incumbent will develop a successful extension program and establish and maintain strong connections with the industry as well as participate in national and international professional associations and organizations.
Because of its close connection to the new Beverage Technology Center and collaboration with the Departments of Viticulture, Grapevine Breeding, Beverage Research, Microbiology, and Biochemistry, the position is uniquely integrated into the interdisciplinary teaching and research at HGU. The position benefits from an excellent infrastructure and conditions for teaching, research, and knowledge transfer, including its own experimental pilot plant, an affiliated winery, and highly skilled staff.
A university degree in enology, beverage, food, or process technology, or related fields, as well as a doctoral degree is required. We are looking for an actively engaged individual who can demonstrate excellent scientific achievements and is pedagogically qualified to teach. Experience in leading and motivating staff is desirable.
Performance requirements and recruitment criteria for the position can be found in §§ 67 and 68 Hessian Higher Education Act (HessHG, Hessisches Hochschulgesetz). The position is permanent. When appointed to a professorship for the first time, the position will initially be

limited to a period of three years. Upon positive evaluation, the candidate may be appointed to a permanent position. If the legal requirements are met, the incumbent may be eligible for civil servant (Beamter/Beamtin) status. Additional requirements and prerequisites can be found in §§ 67–69, 75 and 76 HessHG.
Hochschule Geisenheim University acknowledges the value of diversity and strives to increase the diversity of its members. Modern facilities and a cutting-edge research infrastructure offer excellent working conditions in a scientific environment that is an integral part of the vibrant Rhein-Main research landscape. Hochschule Geisenheim University is an equal opportunity employer and a certified family friendly university. Therefore, applications from candidates with families are particularly welcome. As we seek to increase the proportion of women in teaching and research, we strongly encourage female scientists to apply. Applicants with disabilities will be given priority in case of equal qualification (pursuant to § 2 (2) and 3 SGB IX). Please enclose a copy of your disability card with your application.
For your application, please quote the above-mentioned reference number and enclose the following documents in one pdf file (max. 10 MB): cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, transcripts and certificates, teaching and research concept, publication list, and, if applicable, evidence of teaching experience and third-party funding acquisitions and references. Please submit your application by November 09, 2025 to Bewerbung@hs-gm.de. Postal address: Hochschule Geisenheim University, Personal management, Von-Lade-Str. 1, D-65366 Geisenheim. For questions regarding the hiring procedure, please contact Mr. Diehl (phone: +496722/502-621; Email: academicrecruiting@hs-gm.de). Subject-related questions should be addressed to Prof. Dr. Bianca May (phone: +496722/502-766, Email: Bianca.May@hs-gm.de).
Information about data protection is available at https://hs-gm.de/datenschutzhinweise/bewerbung.html. Further information about Hochschule Geisenheim University is available at www.hs-geisenheim.de.