ETH Zurich, one of the world’s leading science and technology universities, is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position in the field of Agroecosystem Climate Impact Analysis. This opportunity is part of the PERSIST Project, a collaborative research initiative between ETH Zurich’s Grassland Sciences Group and Agroscope. The project aims to assess the environmental footprint of Swiss agriculture through cutting-edge research and data science.
🔬 Research Focus: Climate Impacts on Swiss Agroecosystems
Are you driven by the challenges of climate change, remote sensing, and sustainable agriculture? This postdoctoral position offers the chance to work on:
- Quantifying climate impacts of Swiss farming systems from 2016 to the present
- Analyzing greenhouse gas emissions and water use in agriculture
- Combining satellite data, flux tower readings, and meteorological observations
- Delivering data-driven insights for sustainable land-use practices in Switzerland
🛰️ Key Responsibilities
As a postdoctoral researcher, you will:
- Integrate remote sensing, micrometeorology, and flux data to assess environmental impacts
- Map and model farm management practices at both site and national levels
- Evaluate greenhouse gas emissions, water footprints, and land-use efficiency
- Collaborate with stakeholders and contribute to knowledge transfer
- Optionally support teaching and mentoring of undergraduate and graduate students
🎓 Candidate Requirements
To qualify for this prestigious opportunity, candidates must have:
- A Ph.D. in Agricultural Sciences, Remote Sensing, Micrometeorology, or a related discipline
- Demonstrated expertise in big data analytics, modeling, or statistical programming
- Strong written and spoken proficiency in English; German is an asset
- Experience working with stakeholders or interdisciplinary teams is highly desirable
🌟 Why Choose ETH Zurich?
- Work at a world-class institution known for impactful, interdisciplinary research
- Access to state-of-the-art research infrastructure and international collaboration networks
- Benefits include:
- Public transport pass
- On-campus childcare
- Sports facilities
- Generous pension plan
- Join a diverse, inclusive, and environmentally conscious academic community
📅 Application Details
- Position: Postdoctoral Researcher (Full-time, Fixed-Term – 2 Years)
- Start Date: August 1, 2025
- Application Deadline: May 25, 2025
- Location: Zurich, Switzerland
🔗 Apply Online Only – Click here to submit your application
(Email applications will not be accepted)
📄 Required Documents
- Motivation Letter
- Curriculum Vitae (including publication list)
- Academic Transcripts (Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD)
- Contact Information for Two Academic Referees
💬 Contact Information
For inquiries (not applications), please contact:
Prof. Dr. Nina Buchmann
📧 nina.buchmann@usys.ethz.ch