Specialist in Crop Production – Focus on Resource-Efficient Nutrient Use 50 - 70%

The practice-oriented competence center

Strickhof

50 - 70%

01.02.2026 or by arrangement

Specialist in Crop Production – Focus on Resource-Efficient Nutrient Use

To implement the cantonal action plan to reduce ammonia emissions, we are looking for a committed individual at the Lindau location from February 1, 2026, or by arrangement.

Your tasks

• Technical advice in crop production with a focus on resource-efficient nutrient use – especially ammonia-reducing application techniques, optimal crop selection, and efficient nitrogen use to reduce emissions
• Support for farm managers in analyses as well as in planning and implementing production- and management-related optimizations
• Supervision of nitrate projects in the canton of Zurich as a connecting element between agriculture, consulting, and groundwater protection
• Networking theory and practice: organizing specialist events, occasional participation in teaching, coaching student work, and collaborating in practice-oriented trials at Strickhof

Our requirements

• Training at the level of master farmer, HF Agrotechnology, or BSc / Master in Agronomy or related fields of study
• Solid knowledge and practical experience in agriculture; experience in field crop production and environment is an advantage – or motivation to specifically develop this through further training
• Strong social, methodological, and self-competence as well as enjoyment in exchanging with agricultural businesses
• Enthusiasm for the education and training of farmers

What to expect

If suitable and interested, there is the possibility to teach in basic education and/or higher vocational education.

Your contact

Simon Küng

Head of Organic Farming, Soil and Biodiversity

+41 58 105 83 12

Head of Organic Farming, Soil and Biodiversity

+41 58 105 83 12

Dear recruitment agencies! Unfortunately, we cannot consider applications associated with fee demands. Only direct applications will be answered and considered in the selection process.

About us

Strickhof is the practice-oriented competence center for sustainable food systems. Our strong commitment to education, consulting, and practice-oriented research makes us the leading center in the fields of agriculture, animal professions, nutrition, food technology, and home economics. We live innovation and strengthen networks.

We offer…

Staff restaurant

Meaningful work

Scope for creativity

Team

Network

Your application process

Pre-selection

First interview (online)

Second interview (on-site)

Final decision