Oversight of Horticultural Applied Research
Lead Growcer’s Horticulture Research team day-to-day
Guide Growcer’s horticultural research strategy
Execute on crop & cultivar expansion projects driven by customer insight and market need
Contribute to the oversight of water quality in our customer network
Implement research strategy in the development of new crop or cultivation platforms
Translate research outcomes into usable formats
Be accountable for the oversight of several concurrent growing trials
Drive team accountability for deliverables and meeting of all milestones
Set & oversee tasks of other individuals cross-functionally
Oversee the analysis of agricultural data and preparation of research reports
Ensure compliance with applicable regulations
Work with business managers to plan and execute technology transfers
Optimize R&D investments
Build relationships and liaise with other subject matter experts
Identify and contribute to the submission of grant funding proposals
Maintain financial oversight and accountability over the Research & Development budget
Participate in regular meetings of the Management Team

At least five (5), and ideally ten (10), years of experience in controlled environment agriculture
Experience managing diverse technical teams
Experience planning and executing applied research projects, technology transfers, and/or commercialization strategies
Graduate degree in biology, agriculture, agronomy, or similar disciplines
Knowledge of key techniques in hydroponics and components of different styles of indoor agriculture
Technical knowledge in the robotics field, including programming, design and simulation is considered an asset
Must be able to travel nationally and internationally on an occasional basis
Valid driver’s license
Must be able to legally work in Canada

Research and Development Director

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