Technical-scientific employee in the field of plant pathology

Nyon, Switzerland | 70-70%This is the contribution you can make * Use expertise in the field of fungal pathology to carry out and evaluate biological observations * Validate and improve forecasting models for plant diseases based on field and laboratory observations * Further develop and expand the national platform Agrometeo+ and its forecasting tools * Ensure the quality of meteorological and biological data flowing into the forecasting systems * Coordinate observation networks, weather stations and scientific partners * Contribute scientific expertise in the field of fungal pathology, advise users and contribute to knowledge transfer This makes you unique * Bachelor from a University of Applied Sciences (FHS), diploma from a Higher Vocational School (ES) or an equivalently recognized qualification in the fields of phytopathology, biology, agronomy or life sciences * Experience in the field of fungal pathology of crops, both in the field and in the laboratory, especially in disease diagnosis and biological observations * Strong interest in digital tools, data management and forecasting models for agriculture * Ability to work independently, coordinate activities and collaborate with partners from the fields of science, technology and informatics * Analytical thinking, organizational talent and interest in developing innovative solutions in the service of sustainable agriculture * Knowledge of two official languages and English In a nutshell Contribute to the further development of the national platform Agrometeo+, a strategic instrument in the service of an innovative and sustainable Swiss agriculture. Thanks to your expertise in the field of fungal diseases, you will support the reliable operation of the platform and, together with experts from different disciplines, develop new forecasting instruments What we offer * Working for Switzerland We are committed to the Swiss success model and work for the well-being of the population. * Lived diversity Thanks to equal opportunity, we develop our competencies and bring in different perspectives. * Healthy at the workplace We support and advise our employees in the area of physical and mental health. [All Benefits](< >) Good food, healthy environment Agroscope is the federal competence center for research in agriculture and food. The researchers carry out their activities at various locations in Switzerland. The headquarters is in Bern-Liebefeld (from 2026: Posieux FR). Agroscope is located within the Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research WBF. Additional information The Mycology research group works on innovative research topics to sustainably combat the epidemic spread of fungal diseases. These include i) epidemiological studies, ii) the development of new bio-based fungicides, iii) the development of prediction models and iv) the use of fungi in degradation processes and mycoremediation Questions about the positionKatia Gindro Group Leader j4id10413743a j4it0939a j4iy26a