BioLumic is a plant science company that programs plants with light. We develop and apply light treatments to seeds that trigger biological mechanisms that increase plant growth, health, and yields. Our science and technology is at the cutting edge of multiple disciplines and growing rapidly as we continue to expand our operations both in New Zealand and the US. We are a successful company entering commercial expansion, and we are looking for great people to come on board as we continue in our next exciting phase of growth. 

About the role

In this role, you will help develop and test our breakthrough light-activation technology, unlocking valuable crop traits and maximizing yield potential. The R&D Agronomist will plan, execute, and analyse BioLumic seed trait screening and scientific development trials using advanced agronomy skills. You will also lead agronomy oversight across R&D trials, including experimental design, field trials management, monitoring crop health and statistical data analysis. There will be a strong emphasis on working with crops such as ryegrass in this role.

Skills, Experience and Knowledge

• Work closely with a team of scientists to ensure R&D projects success against R&D milestones

• Interact with our multi-disciplinary team to deliver experimental outcomes that achieve strategic milestones

• Communicate experimental findings clearly to the broader Science and Agronomy teams

• Incorporate feedback and input from team members to refine research approaches

• Use spreadsheets and statistical packages, including database software, to store and analyse data, and build perspectives using previous experimental findings

• Strong technical knowledge of pasture production systems and agronomy, particularly for ryegrass

• Experience in the agricultural industry and/or the ag-retail system

• On-farm research and/or applied field plot research experience

• Experience in planning and executing plant physiological experiments

Qualifications

• BSc in agronomy, plant science, horticulture, agriculture or equivalent

• Postgraduate qualification in plant / horticultural /agricultural science (e.g. PG diploma / MSc)

If you are excited to join us, get in touch. We are looking for great people with the right attitude to be an important part of our team, and to contribute to our positive organisational culture. 

We are based at Food HQ in Palmerston North, an innovation focused co-working space. Just down the road is our Photobiology R&D Centre, the only one in the world.  Take a look at our website for information about what we do and where we’ve come from.

For a job description, or if you have questions about the role, contact jobs@biolumic.com.  Please apply through the SEEK portal only. Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your qualifications, personality, and experience relates to the key skills required for this role.