Head of Climate and Agriculture Research Group

Vor 2 Tagen

Zürich, Schweiz Admin Vollzeit CHF 150’000 - CHF 190’000/Jahr

This is how you can contribute

  • Lead of 'Climate and Agriculture' Research Group
  • Research with regard to climate mitigation and adaptation measures in agriculture, with focus on the role of soils as greenhouse gas source and/or sink
  • Coordination of a research call within the Agroscope work programme
  • Knowledge transfer (active involvement in Agroscope committees, Information events with relevant federal authorities, representing Agroscope at national and international events, mentoring of early career researchers)

This makes you unique

  • PhD in climate sciences, ecology, environmental systems sciences, agricultural sciences or similar disciplines
  • Enthusiasm for strategic research planning and the development of research projects. Ability for systemic thinking across agricultural research areas
  • >5 years of professional and managerial experience in the specialist field; exceptional leadership and communication skills; team player; creative, goal- and results-driven personality
  • Proof of the ability to acquire external (competitive) funding
  • Knowledge of two official Swiss languages and English

Our benefits

  • Working for Switzerland We are committed to the successful Swiss model and work for the public good.
  • Embracing diversity Thanks to equal opportunities, we draw on our expertise and contribute different perspectives.
  • Staying healthy at work We support and advise our employees in the area of physical and mental health.

Sandra Zurbuchen Eichenberger
+41 58 46 30562

Good food, healthy environment

Agroscope is the Swiss federal centre of excellence for research in the agriculture and food sector. Its researchers work at a number of sites in Switzerland. Headquartered in Bern-Liebefeld (as of 2026: Posieux), Agroscope is attached to the Swiss Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research EAER.