A leading Food & Beverages company is seeking a Plant Scientist – Field Research Lead to drive operational priorities focused on execution quality, efficiency, safety, and measurable performance outcomes. This remote, US-based role requires a commute or relocation to West Central/Southwest Arizona, collaborating with field leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to improve accountability and operational consistency.
About the Opportunity
Industry Focus: A leader in the Food & Beverages space
Research Scope: Field and greenhouse research to enhance crop production and understanding
Geographic Focus: West Central / Southwest Arizona agricultural practices
Compensation: $105,740 to $130,620 annually
Work Arrangement: Remote, US-based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available
Career Growth & Benefits Opportunity
Flexible Work Model: Blending remote work with in-person collaboration
Comprehensive Benefits: Full benefits suite including wellness resources
Growth Focus: Professional growth and innovation opportunities
Culture: Strong workplace culture emphasizing safety, respect, and personal development
Position Overview
As Plant Scientist – Field Research Lead, you will lead junior scientists in collecting, analyzing, and documenting agricultural data, and design and conduct field and greenhouse research to enhance crop production and understanding. You’ll embody the company mission and values, support agricultural research projects with relevant technical skills, build relationships with research partners across agronomy, and document study results and protocols while ensuring data security.
💡 Why This Role Matters: As Plant Scientist – Field Research Lead, you lead a team of junior scientists conducting impactful agricultural research, directly influence operational scale and customer outcomes within a Food & Beverages leader, gain hands-on field and greenhouse research experience in Southwest Arizona, build strong relationships with agronomy research partners, and earn a competitive salary while working within a flexible, remote-first culture.
Key Responsibilities
Research Leadership & Data Management
- Lead junior scientists in collecting, analyzing, and documenting agricultural data
- Design and conduct field and greenhouse research to enhance crop production and understanding
- Document study results and protocols while ensuring data security
Technical & Cross-Functional Support
- Support agricultural research projects with relevant technical skills
- Build and maintain relationships with research partners across agronomy
- Collaborate with field leadership, support functions, and cross-functional stakeholders
Mission & Operational Excellence
- Embody and advocate for the company mission and values
- Improve accountability, service delivery, and operational consistency
- Influence operational scale, customer outcomes, and organizational performance
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Master’s or higher in Horticultural Science, Agronomy, Botany, Genetics, or related field with 5+ years of experience
- Alternatively, a Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of relevant experience
Experience Requirements
- Familiarity with agricultural practices in the Southwest US
- Knowledge of field trial methodology and data analysis
Essential Skills
- Willingness to commute to West Central / Southwest Arizona or relocate
- Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor tasks in high temperatures
- Demonstrated capability to work independently and in teams to meet project deadlines
- Effective oral and written communication skills with cross-functional collaboration experience
About the Opportunity
Join a leading Food & Beverages company seeking a Plant Scientist – Field Research Lead to drive field and greenhouse research that enhances crop production and understanding. Based remotely with a required Southwest Arizona presence, this role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a flexible work model blending remote work with in-person collaboration.
Career Excellence: Lead impactful agricultural research within a Food & Beverages leader offering strong professional growth, wellness resources, and a culture built on safety and respect.
Who Should Apply?
- Horticulture & Agronomy Scientists: With advanced degrees and field research experience
- Botany & Genetics Researchers: Skilled in crop production and field trial methodology
- Field Research Leaders: Experienced managing junior scientists and research protocols
- Southwest US-Based Candidates: Willing to commute to or relocate near Southwest Arizona
- Data-Driven Agricultural Professionals: Comfortable with field trial data analysis and documentation
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