Intern in Crop Sciences / Interness in Crop Sciences

Join Our Team at FiBL

FiBL is the world’s leading research institute dedicated to organic agriculture. With over 50 years of interdisciplinary excellence, we foster close collaboration with practitioners and facilitate comprehensive knowledge exchange across the value chain, maintaining dialogue with civil society and policymakers.

Internship Opportunity in the Department of Crop Sciences

Focus on Insects in Agroecosystems (Plant Protection group) (100%)

About the Role

Are you passionate about both lab and field experiments? Do you have a curiosity for insects and an interest in organic farming? If you answered "yes" to these questions, this opportunity might be the perfect fit for you!

Topics / Tasks

• Engage in a variety of projects aimed at promoting functional biodiversity in agroecosystems.
• Monitor the abundance and diversity of beneficial insects to evaluate the effectiveness of implemented measures.
• Develop innovative methodologies to survey insect biodiversity, utilizing computer vision and molecular tools.
• Support multiple projects through lab, greenhouse, and fieldwork, gaining exposure to various methodologies in insect ecology.
• Assist in collecting data from field trials, greenhouses, and laboratory experiments, including sorting and photographing insects and preparing samples for DNA extraction.
• Spend considerable time in the field monitoring beneficial insects using behavior-specific software and conducting botanical assessments.
• Depending on your experience and interests, you may also participate in data analyses.

A valid driver's license is essential, as travel within Switzerland will be required.

Internship Duration & Start Date

This internship lasts for 6 months, starting from February, March, or by mutual agreement in 2027.

Requirements

• A MSc or BSc degree.
• A strong interest in practice-oriented research in entomology and biodiversity.
• A love for outdoor work.
• Reliability, flexibility, and a positive team spirit.
• A valid driver's license B.
• A valid permit or status as an EU/EFTA citizen.

Contact Information

If you're ready to embark on this exciting opportunity, apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

For inquiries, please contact:

Dr. Dani Lucas-Barbosa

Tel: +41 (0) 62 865 04 93