Founder Smart Horticulture (all genders)

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Founder Smart Horticulture (all genders)

Your role:  We are looking for a Founder / Technology Lead Smart Horticulture for our growing innovation project that is incubated in a start-up atmosphere at our Innovation Center in Darmstadt. You are responsible for masterminding and growing a new business together with a commercial Co-Founder. You are leading a global R&D team in material development and plant application testing. You identify target applications, lead product development, coordinate product scale up, give directions for portfolio extensions, drive the development of our IP basis, and guide discussions with collaboration partners. You present the project internally and externally and are committed and skilled to transform great technology into commercial success.

 

Who you are:

·  Master or PhD degree in agriculture, life or natural sciences with specialization in plant physiology. Understanding the effect of light climate on plant development is a plus
·  7+ years work experience in horticulture industry; familiar with growth trends such as smart greenhouses, digital technology in farming, plant factories, and vertical farming
·  Track record in building and leading high performing R&D teams. Hands-on work ethics and can-do mentality
·  Strategic thinker with an innovative mindset and capability for fast execution
·  Flexible and willing to travel internationally (about 30% of time)

 

Job Requisition ID: 202989

Location: Darmstadt

Career Level: D - Professional (4-9 years)

Working time model: full-time

US Disclosure
The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.  This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination.

North America Disclosure
The Company is committed to accessibility in its workplaces, including during the job application process. Applicants who may require accommodation during the application process should speak with our HR Services team at 855 444 5678 from 8:00am to 5:30pm ET Monday through Friday.

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