Consultant and Teacher in the Smartfarming Department (m/f/d)
Kanton St.Gallen
Salez
Key information
- Publication date:04 November 2025
- Workload:100%
- Place of work:Salez
Job summary
Join the 5th largest canton in Switzerland with 6000 staff dedicated to public welfare. Enjoy a supportive work environment with diverse opportunities.
Tasks
- Consult farmers on agricultural technology and Smartfarming.
- Create expert reports in your field of expertise.
- Organize and conduct training courses in agriculture education.
Skills
- Degree in Agronomy ETH/FH or equivalent, with digital farming knowledge.
- Experience in advising and teaching in agriculture.
- Strong communication with farmers and project partners.
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As the fifth largest canton in Switzerland with around 6000 employees, we are committed to the common good of society at the
cantonal administration. With an impressive variety of services,
our work affects all areas of life, whether education, economy, law, security, nature, health, construction, culture, or finance. With our meaningful
work, we leave a small footprint every day, as it is relevant to over half a million people.
The Agricultural Center St.Gallen (LZSG) is part of the Agricultural Office and fulfills a versatile mandate in education and training as well as in agricultural consulting.
Due to an internal change of the current position holder, we are looking for a
Consultant and Teacher in the Smartfarming Department (m/f/d)
for the Animal and Technology division starting February 1, 2026.
Workload: 80-100%
Workplace: Salez
What to expect
- Consulting farmers on issues related to agricultural technology and smart farming
- Preparation of expert reports in the field
- Support of specialist offices and practical farms in smart farming projects and in the application of new methods of digital technology, precision farming, and robotics
- Organization and implementation of courses and further training events
- Teaching in agricultural basic education as well as in higher vocational education (10-20%)
What distinguishes you
- Completed studies as an agronomist ETH/FH or comparable education
- In-depth knowledge of technology and digitalization in agriculture, combined with appropriate further training
- Professional experience in consulting and teaching is an advantage
- Enjoy working with farming families, project partners from research, course participants, and young people in training
What we offer
- High degree of independence and personal responsibility
- Pleasant working atmosphere in a motivated and collegial team
- Flexible working time models, flexible working hours, and the possibility of home office
- Attractive further training opportunities
- Catering options in the company canteen in Salez
Ready for the next step? If we have sparked your interest and you would like to be part of the team, we look forward to receiving your application.
Further information from:
Cornelia Lichtensteiger, HR Business Partner (Tel. 058 229 48 89) and
Reto Grünenfelder, Head of Animal and Technology (Tel. 058 228 24 31) as well as at www.lzsg.ch
