Postdoctoral Researcher: Investigation of Climate-Smart Agricultural Practices | Postdoktorand/-in: Untersuchung von klima-smarten landwirtschaftlichen Praktiken
Agroscope
Job Summary
This Postdoctoral Researcher role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to climate change mitigation within the agricultural sector by representing Agroscope in the international EU-Horizon project, ClimateSmartResearch (CSR). The successful candidate will coordinate activities focused on validating innovative, climate-smart farming practices. Key responsibilities include scientifically evaluating and assessing new practices, performing model-based estimations of their impact and potential for implementation, and supporting the development of the ADAPT research platform. The role requires a PhD in Agricultural, Environmental, or Climate Sciences, deep knowledge of greenhouse gas emissions reduction strategies, and experience in agricultural emissions modeling or inventorying. This is an attractive position for a highly organized and communicative scientist who thrives in a large, international consortium and wishes to help drive the transition toward climate-neutral European agriculture through impactful research and publication.
Required Skills
Education
University degree with PhD (Doctorate) in Agricultural, Environmental, or Climate Sciences (or a related discipline)
Experience
- Professional experience in modeling, balancing, or inventorying agricultural emissions.
- In-depth knowledge regarding measures for greenhouse gas emissions and adaptation to climate change in agriculture.
- Experience in organization and strong communication skills for working within a large, international consortium.
Languages
Additional
- Knowledge of two official Swiss languages required. The role is based in Zurich (8046) and is offered at 80-100% capacity.
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