Marcel van der Heijden
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PhD Position in Sustainable Food Production with Biologicals University of Zurich in Switzerland
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Environmental Science
Funding
PhD position announced; funding details are not specified in the post.
Country
Switzerland
University
University of Zurich
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About this position
New PhD position in Sustainable Food Production with Biologicals at the University of Zurich, in a research group led by Marcel van der Heijden (Professor for Agroecology and Plant Microbiome Interactions; Research Group Leader Plant Soil Interactions at Agroscope).
The project explores whether beneficial mycorrhizal fungi and other soil microbes can promote plant yield and soil health. The work combines greenhouse studies and field experiments, including collaboration with farmers, making it a strong fit for candidates interested in agroecology, plant-microbe interactions, and sustainable agriculture.
This is a PhD opening. The post does not specify a deadline, stipend, or other funding details, but it directs applicants to the official UZH job vacancy page for full application information.
Interested candidates should apply through the linked UZH job advertisement and follow the instructions on the application portal.
Funding details
PhD position announced; funding details are not specified in the post.
What's required
Applicants should be interested in sustainable food production, beneficial mycorrhizal fungi, soil microbes, plant yield, and soil health. The project involves greenhouse studies and field experiments in collaboration with farmers; no further formal requirements are stated in the post.
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Professors
Professor for Agroecology and Plant Microbiome Interactions; Research Group Leader Plant Soil Interactions
Switzerland
Research Interests
Soil Science
Agronomy
Soil Ecology
Plant-soil Interaction
Mycorrhiza
Make your next move.
Prepare your application
Review drafts and confirm requirements with the university.