Head of Climate and Agriculture Research Group
Agroscope
01.01.2027
permanent
JRQ$540-20374
Reckenholzstrasse 191, 8046 Zürich
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
In a nutshell
The Agroecology and Environment Research Division studies the effects of agriculture on different environmental dimensions: climate, air, soil, biodiversity, nutrient cycles and water. Solutions for sustainable agriculture are developed based on agroecological principles and using real data. Fostering interdisciplinary connections is essential for identifying synergies and conflicts of interest.
01.01.2027
permanent
JRQ$540-20374
Reckenholzstrasse 191, 8046 Zürich
Questions about the position
Lutz Merbold Head of the Agroecology and Environment Research Division+41 58 46 31517
Send message
Questions about the position
Lutz MerboldHead of the Agroecology and Environment Research Division
+41 58 46 31517
Send messageIn a nutshell
The Agroecology and Environment Research Division studies the effects of agriculture on different environmental dimensions: climate, air, soil, biodiversity, nutrient cycles and water. Solutions for sustainable agriculture are developed based on agroecological principles and using real data. Fostering interdisciplinary connections is essential for identifying synergies and conflicts of interest.
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.
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Questions about the position
Lutz MerboldHead of the Agroecology and Environment Research Division
+41 58 46 31517
Send messageAdditional information
The 'Climate and Agriculture' research group explores options for reducing agricultural greenhouse-gas emissions from soils and fertilisers and through carbon sinks. The group investigates the opportunities and risks posed by climate change for plant production and evaluates options for adaptation. It is also responsible for the Swiss Agricultural Greenhouse Gas Inventory.