Research and Development Scientist
About The Position
In Research & Development, we’re driven by innovation, curiosity, and a commitment to delivering high-quality leafy crops that make a difference. Our team thrives at the intersection of science, creativity, and purpose. We’re looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Research & Development Scientist I to focus on product development, and to help us bring the next generation of hydroponic leafy products to life. In this role, you’ll support the design, development, and optimization of new and existing products from concept to launch. You’ll work closely with the agriculture team, operations, marketing, and commercial teams to ensure our products meet performance targets, regulatory requirements, and customer needs.
Requirements
- B.S. or M.S. in Horticulture, Plant Science, Biology, Food Science, Chemistry, or a related field
- 1–5 years of relevant industry or academic experience in product development, R&D, agriculture, seed production, or a related field
- Strong technical knowledge of plant science and hydroponic vegetable production practices
- Excellent problem-solving, oral and written communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Strong relationship-building skills
- Ability to develop and maintain long-term industry relationships
- Team-oriented mindset
- Comfortable with hands-on research equipment, trial execution, and data analysis
- Knowledge of product lifecycle management and documentation systems
- Interest in sustainable and innovative product solutions
- Willingness to travel nationally and/or internationally
- Lifting to 25 pounds, working under different conditions of high and low temperatures
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with experimental design and basic statistical tools is a plus
Responsibilities
- Be responsible for the planning, execution, and analysis of product development trials, experiments, and scale-up processes
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams across different farm locations to accomplish R&D plans
- Collect, analyze, and interpret data using appropriate scientific methods and tools
- Prepare clear and concise technical reports, presentations, and documentation
- Communicate trial results and learnings to different BF stakeholders
- Implement BF pipeline processes before, during, and after each trial
- Ensure data quality and act as a strong steward of the experimental database
- Ensure compliance with safety protocols and best practices when running trials in production farms
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, process optimization, and knowledge sharing
- Develop and review SOPs for R&D processes
- Serve as an internal and external technical reference and provide expert knowledge on new varieties
- Support sensory evaluation, shelf-life testing, and pilot-scale equipment trials
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
