We are seeking a talented, enthusiastic Plant Scientist to manage our plant management and horticulture in Naivasha, Kenya.
This role is a key part of our Kenya operations and plant science teams, focussed on maintaining smooth, problem free execution of DryGro’s aquatic plant cultures in field trials and experimentation.
This position will be based in Naivasha Kenya and will involve a fair amount of field work.
Job Responsibilities
Managing plant health and productivity during field trials
Collecting data from experiments and trials to gain insights
Coordinating with our Plant Science and Operations teams in the implementation of new plant-related technologies into new and existing sites
Keeping up to date on research in related fields
Collecting data through experimentation and existing operations
Maintain clean, organized experiments
Ensure that all sterilization and containment protocols are adhered to
Identifying opportunities to improve processes and inform the rest of the team
Producing reports on progress, experiment status, and issues regularly
Requirements
Beyond having excellent work ethic and a naturally team-oriented mentality, successful candidates will need initiative, rigour in their process, and a drive towardoutstanding execution.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Plant Science or equivalent
1 year minimum professional horticultural experience
Prior hands-on experience with horticulture and laboratory experimentation with plants
Strong grasp of plant science fundamentals, including genetics, molecular biology, and horticulture
High attention to detail and drive for excellence in quality
Ability to manage granular experimentation, but also view big-picture objectives
Based in Kenya, able to work daily from Naivasha or other field trials
Strong communication skills and an ability to adapt to a variety of cultures
Highly organised, habitually employing laboratory best-practices
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s in Plant Science or equivalent
Proven track record of successful research outputs
Strong base knowledge in chemistry
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Benefits:
Our team is motivated by the potential to mitigate the impacts of climate change and increase food security around the world. This role is core to our operations, playing a significant role in our development and in our ability to impact the world.
Within this role, you will have the opportunity to work with an elite team of engineers, strategists and technologists. You will get exposure to a range of fields, and there are plenty of opportunities for skill upgrading and escalation of this role.
Competitive salaries offered. DryGro is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from all backgrounds and identities.
This role will be commencing summer of 2018.