Head of the Vegetable Crops Extension research group

8046 Zürich \| 100-100% What you can contribute <br /> • Technical and administrative management of the Vegetable Crops Extension research group (organization, finances, personnel) and overall responsibility for the direction of activities according to the needs of practice and the scientific excellence of the group • Overall responsibility and central contact for questions and practice-oriented research in the field of open-field vegetable crops at Agroscope; implementation and management of interdisciplinary project teams with representatives from the relevant Agroscope fields and external partners • Responsibility for the acquisition of projects and third-party funds from competitive funding programs, industry and other funders • Responsibility for knowledge sharing with vegetable culture and advisory professionals, public relations as well as the drafting of specific and practical expertise on vegetable crops, particularly regarding plant protection • Representation of Agroscope within national and international bodies and organizations with the aim of creating networks and developing practical expertise in vegetable crops <br /> What makes you unique <br /> • PhD in agricultural sciences with specialization in plant cultivation/horticulture (or equivalent training) and proven experience in research in these fields, ideally within the framework of practical projects involving multiple stakeholders • Experience in vegetable crops or in similar production sectors • Vast professional network in the field of plant and vegetable production and in-depth knowledge of the framework conditions of Swiss plant production • Pronounced managerial skills, strong team spirit and convincing communication skills • Very good knowledge of two official languages and English, both spoken and written <br /> In a few words We are looking for a person with strong leadership, combining scientific expertise and concrete practical experience in the agricultural field, capable of strategically directing applied research in open-field vegetable crops according to practical priorities, developing concrete and applicable solutions, providing answers to political questions and thus contributing to the strengthening of vegetable crops in Switzerland. Candidates demonstrating a pronounced team spirit and a proven ability to act effectively on an equal footing within complex multilingual stakeholder networks, both internal and external, are particularly welcome. What we offer <br /> • 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 matters related to physical or mental health. All benefits (https://www.stelle.admin.ch/stelle/fr/home/bundesverwaltung/ihre-vorteile-auf-einen-blick.html) <br /> 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 headquarters is located in Berne-Liebefeld (from 2026: Posieux FR). Agroscope is attached to the Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research EAER. Additional information The Vegetable Crops Extension research group develops sustainable and resource-efficient crop and plant protection strategies in order to promote high-quality, profitable and environmentally friendly vegetable production. It also fulfills an important bridge function between fundamental research and vegetable practices. Questions about the position Manuel Boss Head of Competence Area +41 58 46 54140 Questions about the application Cindy Wirth +41 58 46 03903