Kindly be advised that we are handling the recruitment for this position internally and are not partnering with external recruiters. 

We are a Biology Company

Plantible, backed by Astanor Ventures, Lerer Hippeau, Piva Capital, Kellogg’s, and Vectr Ventures, is a vertically integrated biology company that is unlocking the power in plants in service of people & planet. Our mission is to create solutions that empower customers to make sustainable and regenerative choices without compromising on quality. We are beginning with the food industry. Please visit our website to learn more about our mission and continued success: https://www.plantiblefoods.com/

How you will contribute:

We are seeking a mission-driven Research Associate with a strong background in agronomy or plant biology to join our growing Texas team. This job can be local or based at our Texas hub. Plantible’s commercial production facility in Eldorado, Texas, is approximately 3 to 4 hours of travel from the hub (i.e. Austin), and regular travel is required.

The candidate is expected to be on-site working closely with our commercial production facility in Eldorado, TX, and play a critical role in stabilizing and optimizing our cultivation systems. Your work will bridge the gap between scientific experimentation and operational excellence—designing and executing experiments at greenhouse and field scale, monitoring biomass productivity and quality, and supporting the implementation of improved growing conditions.

You will be embedded in a highly collaborative, cross-functional team of Scientists, Engineers, and Operators, contributing to real-time problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives. Your responsibilities will extend beyond the lab and greenhouse to include supporting infrastructure evaluations, equipment testing (e.g., harvesters and dosing systems), and environmental monitoring systems. Regular on-site work at the facility will be required to ensure accurate data capture, trial implementation, and feedback into SOP development.

This role offers the opportunity to make an immediate and tangible impact on the success of our first-of-its-kind production system and to shape the foundational protocols that will scale with future facilities.

What you will be working on:

• Monitor and collect data on plant health, growth rates, and nutrient levels.
• Ensure quality and consistency of sensor data, supporting plant scientists with calibration checks.
• Execute and iterate controlled experiments, from setup to sampling and analysis.
• Support implementation of improved growing conditions in coordination with ops.
• Assist in scouting for anomalies and support root cause analysis.

What you bring to Plantible:

• B.S. or M.S. degree in Agriculture, Biology, Biochemistry, or related field.
• 2+ years experience in a lab setting.
• A motivation to support in a variety of areas, including lab work, analysis and outside experiments.
• Ability to learn quickly, solve complex problems and have excellent critical thinking and data analysis/interpretation skills.
• Comfortable independently performing analyses using lab equipment.
• Responsible, dependable, and resourceful with a can-do attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Knowledge and experience in hydroponics/aquaponics, greenhouses or growth tents is a plus.

Choose Plantible Foods

Joining Plantible means contributing to a sustainable future for all. We are a venture backed startup that is both spreading happiness amongst our employees and to current and future generations. We believe diversity creates uniqueness. Our team is composed of highly talented people with different interests and hobbies, which makes for a rich working environment.

At Plantible we are continually working on our offerings to foster the best team. Check it out!

• Competitive health and wellness benefits
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Discretionary Unlimited PTO Program
• Paid Holidays
• 401k Program
• Career Stipend
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Working in a rapidly growing, flexible and entrepreneurial environment
• Team building and company-wide events
• Financial support with your relocation, if necessary, ensuring a smooth transition
• And of course, lots of beautiful land for outdoor activities!

Plantible Foods is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, liability for military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are interested in learning the status of your application, please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration. Plantible Foods reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time. 

If you feel your skill set does not meet all listed qualifications for the role, we still encourage you to apply. As we continue to grow our company, we are seeking a range of candidates and would gladly consider you for other current or upcoming roles that may be a fit!