Agricultural Research Assistant for Swiss Federal Project

vor 1 Monat


Zürich, Zürich, Schweiz Agroscope Vollzeit
Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Agricultural Research Assistant to join our team at Agroscope in Zürich, Switzerland.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with the Technical Research Assistant to organize and execute field campaigns in 2025 on the Solothurn Central Plateau.
  • Participate in weed and crop-disease assessments on local farms.
  • Conduct surveys of insect pests and beneficials using specialized trapping methods.
  • Analyze samples in the laboratory, including sorting insects.
  • Digitalize data collected during fieldwork.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Biology, Natural Sciences, Agronomy, or related field.
  • Knowledge of botany and entomology is an asset.
  • Prior experience in practical fieldwork, attention to detail, and adaptability are essential.
  • Interest in applied agroecology issues.
  • Team-oriented, communicative personality with a valid Cat. B driver's license.
  • Proficiency in two official Swiss languages.
Benefits:
  • Opportunity to work on a federal research project contributing to the Swiss public good.
  • Diverse and inclusive work environment.
  • Support for physical and mental well-being.
Additional Information:

Agroscope is the Swiss federal centre of excellence for research in agriculture and food. Our researchers work at various sites across Switzerland. We offer a competitive salary range of CHF 50,000 - 65,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.



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