Technico-scientific collaborator in phytopathology

Ref 2581257 | Date: 26 Sept 2026 Federal administration Technico-scientific collaborator in phytopathology Nyon, Switzerland | 70-70% What you can contribute * Leverage your expertise in fungal pathology to acquire and interpret biological observations * Validate and improve crop disease forecasting models through field and laboratory observations * Develop and evolve the national Agrometeo+ platform and its forecasting tools * Guarantee the quality of meteorological and biological data feeding the forecasting systems * Coordinate observer networks, weather station networks, and scientific partners * Provide scientific expertise in fungal pathology, advise users, and contribute to knowledge transfer What makes you unique * HES Bachelor, ES diploma or training deemed equivalent in the fields of phytopathology, biology, agronomy or life sciences * Experience in crop fungal pathology, both in the field and in the laboratory, particularly in disease diagnosis and biological observations * Strong interest in digital tools, data management and forecasting models applied to agriculture * Ability to work independently, to coordinate activities and to collaborate with scientific, technical and IT partners * Analytical mindset, organizational skills and interest in developing innovative solutions for sustainable agriculture * Knowledge of two official languages and English In a few words Contribute to the development of the national Agrometeo+ platform, a strategic tool serving innovative and sustainable Swiss agriculture. You will put your expertise in fungal pathology at the service of the platform's proper functioning, and the development of new forecasting tools, in collaboration with specialists from many disciplines. What we offer * Working for Switzerland We are committed to the success of the Swiss model and to the well-being of the population. * Diversity in everyday life We ensure equal opportunities, which allows us to deploy our skills and express different points of view. * Health at work We assist and advise our employees on all issues related to physical or mental health. [All benefits](< >) A good diet, a healthy environment Agroscope is the Confederation's competence center for research in the fields of agriculture and the food industry. Researchers carry out their activities at various sites in Switzerland. The main headquarters is located in Berne-Liebefeld (from 2026: Posieux FR). Agroscope is attached to the Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research DEFR. Additional information The Mycology research group develops innovative research axes in order to sustainably control the epidemic expansion of fungal diseases, including i) conducting epidemiological studies, ii) creating new bio-based fungicides, iii) developing forecasting models and iv) utilizing fungi in degradation and mycoremediation processes. Questions about the position Katia Gindro Head of group jpid53f031cjm jpit0939jm jpiy26jm