**About Us**:
We're leaders in organic greenhouse vegetable production. We are committed to sustainability, innovation, and providing high-quality products that meet the evolving needs of consumers.
**Job Overview**:
We’re looking for a forward-thinking and experienced Director of R&D; to lead our innovation efforts in organic agriculture. This role will oversee the development of new vegetable varieties, optimize production practices, and manage a small but talented R&D; team. The goal is to enhance crop quality, improve yield, and drive sustainable farming through science and technology.
**Key Responsibilities**:
- Lead the R&D; strategy and manage a team of 3 specialist/technicians.
- Develop new organic vegetable varieties with better yield, flavor, and shelf life. - Improve post-harvest quality and create business cases for new products.
- Collaborate with Marketing, Sales, and Production teams to align R&D; with company goals.
- Identify and implement solutions for pest control, nutrition, and crop sustainability.
- Test and adopt emerging technologies like AI, automation, and precision agriculture. - Build strong partnerships with seed and ag-tech companies.
- Manage research trials and maintain databases on product and supplier performance.
**What We’re Looking For**:
- Master’s or PhD in Agronomy, Horticulture, Plant Science, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in agricultural R&D;, preferably in organic systems.
- Strong leadership and project management skills.
- Experience with vegetable production, pest and disease control, and plant nutrition.
- Familiarity with agricultural technology and innovation trends.
- Bilingual in Spanish and English is required.
Tipo de puesto: Jornada completa
Sueldo: $45,000.00 - $65,000.00 al mes
Tipo de jornada:
- Lunes a viernes
Escolaridad:
- Licenciatura terminada (Deseable)
Experiência:
- ocho: 5 años (Obligatorio)
Idioma:
- Inglés (Obligatorio)
Lugar de trabajo: Empleo presencial