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Research Scientist – Growing Media, Raw Material Innovation
Sun Gro HorticultureResearch Scientist developing innovative growing media solutions for horticulture and controlled environment agriculture markets. Collaborating with diverse teams to support product development and commercialization efforts.
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead development and evaluation of professional growing media products and engineered substrate technologies.
- Provide technical support to Marketing, Sales, Grower Specialists, Quality, Regulatory, Operations, and R&D teams.
- Support grower trial programs, Sun Gro University webinar program development, and university and industry collaborations.
- Monitor emerging technologies, raw materials, and market trends related to growing media and controlled environment agriculture.
Requirements
What you’ll need- M.S. or Ph.D. in Horticulture, Soil Science, Plant Science, Controlled Environment Agriculture, or related field preferred.
- Experience in growing media, substrate science, greenhouse production, or controlled environment agriculture systems preferred.
- Experience conducting laboratory, greenhouse, and field research trials.
- Familiarity with professional horticulture, ornamental, food, or cannabis production systems preferred.
- Experience with technical product development and commercialization support preferred.
Benefits
Comp & perks- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development
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Hard Skills & Tools
growing mediasubstrate sciencegreenhouse productioncontrolled environment agriculturelaboratory researchfield researchtechnical product developmentcommercialization support
Soft Skills
technical supportcollaboration
Certifications
M.S. in HorticulturePh.D. in HorticultureM.S. in Soil SciencePh.D. in Soil ScienceM.S. in Plant SciencePh.D. in Plant ScienceM.S. in Controlled Environment AgriculturePh.D. in Controlled Environment Agriculture