As part of this project, in which research, agricultural extension and farmers are involved, we determine, implement and optimise Integrated Plant Protection methods with the aim of reducing the use of synthetic chemical plant-protection products (www.pestired.ch). The project is conducted on a total of 67 farms (in the cantons of Solothurn, Vaud and Geneva). The identification of best practices requires the collection and preparation of data from field observations (harmful organisms and their natural antagonists).
Trainee for PestiRed project
8046 Zürich | 100-100%
This is how you can contribute
- Working together with the Technical Research Assistant to organise the 2025 field campaign
- Taking part in weed and crop-disease appraisals on farms on the Solothurn Central Plateau
- Taking part in the surveying of insect pests and the trapping of beneficials using specific trapping methods
- Preparing samples in the laboratory, e.g. sorting insects
- Data digitalisation
This makes you unique
- Degree course in Biology, Natural Sciences, Agronomy or similar (begun or concluded)
- Botanical and entomological knowledge an advantage
- Enthusiasm for practical fieldwork, a meticulous and precise way of working and distinct flexibility
- An interest in applied agroecology issues
- An engaged, teamwork-oriented and communicative personality; Cat. B driver's licence
- Knowledge of two official Swiss languages
In a nutshell
Our benefits
- Working for Switzerland We are committed to the successful Swiss model and work for the public good.
- Embracing diversity Thanks to equal opportunities, we draw on our expertise and contribute different perspectives.
- Staying healthy at work We support and advise our employees in the area of physical and mental health.
All benefits
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.
Additional information
The 'Agricultural Landscape and Biodiversity' Research Group examines ways of reconciling the protection of biodiversity with a productive agricultural sector.
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