Scientist for the Entomology

Vor 3 Tagen

Frick AG, Aargau, Schweiz Forschungsinstitut für biologischen Landbau (FiBL) Vollzeit

The Research Institute of Organic Agriculture FiBL is one of the world's leading research institutions in the field of organic agriculture and employs around 300 people in Switzerland. FiBL's strengths are interdisciplinary research, joint innovations with farmers and the food industry as well as rapid knowledge transfer. FiBL Switzerland's expertise is also in demand beyond the country's borders. It is therefore involved in numerous international projects, research, extension and training, as well as development cooperation.

Starting from Oct 1st 2024 or by agreement, the Department of Crop Sciences is looking for a qualified

Scientist for the Entomology & Biodiversity group (80 – 100%)
Our expectations

The group "Entomology &Biodiversity" conducts basic and applied research on the sustainablecontrol of plant pests and the promotion of biodiversity and its ecosystemservices. The selected candidate should have focus on biodiversity but shouldhave interest on projects involving both plant protection and biodiversity. Ourresearch lines focus on the needs of the farmers and on the continueddevelopment of organic agriculture. This position combines innovative researchwith agricultural practice to contribute significantly to the sustainability ofagriculture.

Your tasks
  • Designing, planning and implementing scientific research and extension projects in the field of entomology and functional biodiversity, and involvement in acquiring financial resources for the projects
  • The groups of organisms studied include arthropods such as pollinators, predators, parasitoids, and herbivores that can cause significant damage to crops
  • You will lead research projects and conduct applied research on site and on farms with different crops (grapes, orchards, vegetables, arable crops) in close collaboration with other Groups within and outside FiBL
  • Your tasks include the development of innovative methodologies for the promotion, diagnostic and monitoring of functional biodiversity in agricultural landscapes, planning and carrying out experiments, as well as analyzing and interpreting the data that should provide basis for publications in scientific journals and presentations at conferences, as well as fact sheets or infographics for practitioners
  • Provide advice to producers, via report, video, apps and/or training on conservation of functional biodiversity to foster beneficials and minimizing pest pressure, implementing measures related to plant protection and to promote (agro)biodiversity
  • Through your involvement in on farm research, you will be actively networking with scientists in different areas of expertise, farmers, advisors and as well as NGOs, committees, and governmental authorities (e.g. BLW) on Swiss, European and International level
Your profile
  • PhD degree in agronomy, biology, or equivalent education with specialization in Entomology
  • High interest in contributing to the continued development of organic farming and in participatory research with involvement of farmers
  • Language: English, German. French or Italian is of additional value too
  • Excellent teamwork and communication skills, strong organizational skills, motivation to do practical work in the lab, greenhouse and in the field
  • Excellent scientific writing skills - targeting publications and research proposals
  • Profound knowledge of statistics and R that are commonly used in ecology. Knowledge of GIS or interest in developing those skills are a plus
  • Experience with molecular tools and botanical taxonomy is of additional value
  • Willingness to be involved in multiple projects that run in parallel, and work as part of a team
  • An independent researcher with high ethical values and team spirit
  • Driving license (category B) is also a plus
What we offer

FiBL offers a workplace culture characterised by efficient, uncomplicated work and numerous opportunities to help shape the institute. As a research institute with a great global network, we consider training opportunities and further education for our employees highly important. Arrangements for working from home, flexible annual working hours and the possibility of part-time work create a good work-life balance. FiBL employees also enjoy excellent organic food at our in-house restaurant and a workplace surrounded by a lush and green landscape.

Contact

Does this position interest you? Dr. Dani Lucas-Barbosa, Leader of the Plant Protection - Entomology & Biodiversity group, and Dr. Monika Messmer, Deputy Leader of the Crop Sciences Department, will be happy to answer any further questions.
We would be pleased to receive your application documents via application form.

Apply now

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