Agronomist

Future Farms is an indoor farming AgTech start-up based in Kuala Lumpur. We are interested in providing the safest, healthiest vegetables to our customers while aiming to innovate and uplift the indoor farming industry within Malaysia.

**Responsibilities**
- Study plants and variables in order to develop better planting, cultivation, and harvesting techniques and improve crop yield
- Design and conduct experiments on specific plant species for commercial implementation
- Diagnose and correct nutrient deficiencies
- Test and log samples
- Keep detailed records, generate reports and present findings
- Research, develop, and promote suitable farming practices or products that diminish the effects of changes in controlled farming environments
- Assist with the development of planting schedules, budgets, and timelines
- Provide advisory to farm managers and operators to ensure optimal crop quality and yield.

**Required Skills**:

- At least 2-4 years experience in research or relevant fields
- PhD holders are encouraged to apply
- Experience in Plant Science, Agriculture, Horticulture and Biology preferred
- Experience in plant trial projects and/or cultivation will be an advantage
- Strong understanding of plant physiology
- Ability to conduct efficient independent research and keep up to date on the latest developments in the Agri-Tech sphere
- Passionate about agriculture and plant biology
- Cares about quality and attention to detail
- Data-driven strategic thinker
- Analytical, proactive self-starter

**Salary**: RM2,500.00 - RM3,000.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- Free parking
- Professional development

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Performance bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Kuala Lumpur: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

**Language**:

- English (required)