AddressThe Role:
The role of R&D to lead R&D activities across plant science technology-led cultivation and engineering (e.g. hydroponics, aquaponics etc.) to produce best-in-class crops at superior quality, yield and cost.
The Person should have the ability to work with field operations teams to deploy proven R&D solutions at commercial scale.
The Person will be part of a fast-paced start-up like team and will have end-to-end oversight over the planning and execution of the R&D strategy.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and align a comprehensive R&D strategy based on the objectives of the business, in line with best-in-class industry trends.
- Create and deliver an annual R&D operational plan in line with the overall business and R&D strategy.
- Make recommendations for new land acquisition.
- Deliver compelling technological solutions that drive competitiveness through higher yields.
- Monitor and track progress of R&D initiatives; put in place the right tools, techniques to improve success rates.
- Facilitate training of farm teams on recent developments - agronomical practices, technological advances, etc. - to ensure deployment of innovations at commercial scale.
- Conduct regular scans of global technology best practices, evaluate potential vendors/ partners and identify those suitable for trialling in India.
- Collaborate and partner with global and Indian Agri universities, research labs etc. for innovative research, in line with business plan.
Education & Experience: -
- Degree in Agriculture/Agrinomy/Horticulture
- MSc/PhD is preferred.
- 15+ years of work experience in Agri business in India or globally with strong preference for candidate with experience in modern farming practices like hydroponics.
