Horticulturalist / Plant Biologist

Salary Competitive
Equity To be negotiated

Ecobloom is a Stockholm-based startup within the area of smart indoor farming. We bring nature closer to people by empowering them to grow their own food in a fun and interactive way. By combining an ancient growing method with modern technology, we hope to revolutionize the way we grow food. We are a small team with a shared vision to help create a better and more sustainable place for future generations. And we look for like-minded people who share the same goal. Is that you?


Who you are

A person who enjoys and appreciates the science behind plants and nature, and is familiar with the concept of hydroponics and aquaponics. You will be working as part of a team to maintain and help develop our state-of-the art indoor growing solutions. 

It is equally important for us that you also thrive and learn new things. Being part of a diverse team gives you the opportunity to broaden your horizons and learn something new every day!

 

Qualifications

  • Preferred experience in growing.
  • Knowledge of small-scale, and large-scale commercial plant cultivation, including nutrient requirements, mediums, light requirements, temperature control, and air flow, etc. (not a requirement, but a very beneficial expertise).
  • Preferred knowledge of soil and hydroponic growing methods including micronutrients, beneficial bacteria, and nutrient implementation.
  • Ability to plan ahead, trouble-shoot, anticipate problems, and problem solve.
  • Preferred knowledge of container systems with soil and hydro, as well as understanding temperature and humidity manipulation.
  • Preferred knowledge of plant diseases, insects and fungi, as well as plant treatment options.
  • Preferred knowledge of soil and hydroponic growing methods including micronutrients, beneficial bacteria, and nutrient implementation.

 

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to a fun, team-oriented, and challenging work environment in an innovative and pioneering atmosphere.
  • Make sure that the developed solutions comply with recommendations and regulations.
  • Contribute and improve upon already-existing operations and processes to improve work-flow, efficiency, and provide constructive feedback and recommendations.

 

Interested? Apply by the "I'm interested" button at the Hub!

For more information or questions please contact us at hello@ecobloom.se

Perks and benefits

This job comes with several perks and benefits

Free lunch
Free lunch

Enjoy a free catered lunch with your colleagues, every day.

Flexible working hours
Flexible working hours

Time is precious. Make it count. Morning person or night owl, this job is for you.

Free coffee / tea
Free coffee / tea

Get your caffeine fix to get you started and keep you going.

Near public transit
Near public transit

Easy access and treehugger friendly workplace.

Social gatherings
Social gatherings

Social gatherings and games; hang out with your colleagues.

Free office snacks
Free office snacks

Peckish after lunch? We got your back with soft drinks, treats and fruit.

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Working at
Ecobloom

Our mission is to empower farmers to grow smarter in a sustainable and resource efficient way. And we do this by creating the next generation crop intelligence monitoring system for indoor farms, where farmers can grow food efficiently with the help of our virtual agronomist - allowing them to monitor and control their farm from the same room, or across the globe, through the push of a button. Join us and be part of a growing revolution! Shoot us an email at hello@ecobloom.se We are a group of friends and dreamers who share the same vision and goal. A mission to help change the world for the better. Every day is unlike the other, and we work hard to achieve our goals - while also combining some pleasure with work!

Read more about Ecobloom

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