Originally a scientist by training, Pascal hails from Switzerland and holds a BSc and MSc in Materials Science from ETH Zurich. He co-leads the Science and Technology Programme of foraus, a non-partisan think tank on Swiss foreign policy. He has several years of experience as a Senior Product Engineer for high-power semiconductors. Pacal also completed a degree in data science and was active in politics, including running for the Zurich state parliament.

In 2023, Pascal undertook a sabbatical and completed various professional courses in peace mediation, diplomacy, and security policy. Drawing from his experiences in science, industry, and politics, Pascal joined the NGO and think tank Reatch as a Programme Manager, facilitating exchanges between researchers and policymakers to support evidence-informed policymaking.

His policy interests lie in better institutional decision-making, especially through science-informed policymaking. In his free time, Pascal enjoys sports, dancing, and improvisation theatre.