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ETH Zürich

Plant-based value creation and nutrition ETH Zurich in Switzerland

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Environmental Science

Funding

Full funding available

Deadline

December 31, 2026
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Switzerland

University

ETH Zürich

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Keywords

Environmental Science
Agriculture
Political Science
Public Policy
Consumer Behavior
Production Management
Environmental Sustainability
Plant Nutrition
Solution Processing
Economics
Agribusiness
Transdisciplinarity
Sustainable Food

About this position

Two PhD Opportunities at ETH Zurich: Transforming Agri-Food Systems

**About the Project:**
ETH Zurich’s Plant4Value project is seeking two motivated PhD candidates to help pioneer sustainable food system transformation in Switzerland!
Working at the intersection of science, technology, and policy, you’ll contribute to innovative approaches that promote plant-based value creation and nutrition. This transdisciplinary project addresses real-world challenges in production, processing, trade, and consumption—collaborating with partners from agriculture, business, civil society, and government.

**The Positions:**
• **PhD Position 1:** Focus on consumer choice, demand-driven food value chains, and policy
• **PhD Position 2:** Focus on production, processing, and agri-food policies

Both positions offer the flexibility to shape your thesis within the project framework, combining rigorous research with practical impact.

**What Makes This Special:**
? Work at the new ETH School of Public Policy in a vibrant, interdisciplinary environment
? Collaborate with renowned national and international research institutions
? Bridge the gap between academic research and real-world policy implementation
? Excellent benefits including public transport, sports facilities, childcare, and pension benefits

**Ideal Candidates:**
• Master’s degree in Political Science, Economics, Behavioral Science, Public Policy, Environmental/Agricultural Economics, or related fields
• Proficiency in German and English
• Interest in transdisciplinary research and sustainability
• Experience with R, Python, and experimental design is a plus

**Application Deadline: October 31, 2025**

Ready to make a meaningful impact on sustainable food systems? https://lnkd.in/dQX8WBUt

Apply through the ETH job portal. Questions? Contact Dr. Daniela Hoffmann ( [email protected] ) or Dr. Lukas Fesenfeld ( [email protected] )



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Sustainability
FoodSystems
ETHZurich
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AgriculturalEconomics
PublicPolicy
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Switzerland

Funding details

Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.

How to apply

Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.

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