Chiang Mai, Thailand (hybrid) Hybrid

Living Roots is hiring a Trials & Agronomy Manager - Regenerative Agriculture

About the Role

Lead the design, execution, and analysis of agronomic trials focused on regenerative practices, working closely with farming partners to scale sustainable techniques and deliver data-driven insights.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee planning and implementation of multi-location field trials
  • Develop protocols for measuring soil health and crop performance
  • Collaborate with farmers to integrate regenerative methods
  • Monitor trial progress and ensure data accuracy
  • Train field staff in standardized data collection
  • Evaluate cover cropping systems and crop rotation strategies
  • Analyze trial outcomes to inform best practices
  • Produce technical reports for internal and external stakeholders
  • Support the development of agronomic tools and guidelines
  • Coordinate with research partners and academic institutions
  • Manage trial budgets and timelines
  • Identify opportunities for innovation in soil management
  • Ensure compliance with environmental and safety standards
  • Troubleshoot agronomic challenges in real time
  • Facilitate knowledge transfer through workshops and field days
  • Integrate remote sensing and digital tools into trial monitoring
  • Track long-term impacts of regenerative practices
  • Optimize input use efficiency across trial sites
  • Maintain detailed records of trial activities and results
  • Contribute to grant proposals and funding initiatives

Nice to Have

  • PhD in a relevant agricultural science
  • Experience with no-till farming systems
  • Knowledge of microbial soil amendments
  • Familiarity with carbon farming protocols
  • Experience in international agricultural development
  • Proficiency in data visualization tools
  • Published research in peer-reviewed journals
  • Experience with large-scale farm operations
  • Background in agroecology
  • Fluency in Spanish

Compensation

Competitive salary with performance-based incentives

Work Arrangement

Hybrid role with field and office components

Team

Part of the agronomy and innovation division

About the Role

  • This position drives scientific inquiry into regenerative practices through hands-on field experimentation.
  • The manager will lead a team of field technicians and collaborate with external partners to validate and refine sustainable farming methods.
  • Success is measured by improved soil metrics, increased farm profitability, and adoption of practices by growers.

What We’re Looking For

  • A detail-oriented professional with a passion for soil health and sustainable food systems.
  • Candidates should demonstrate a history of bridging research and practical farming applications.
  • We value candidates who are proactive, analytical, and committed to long-term environmental outcomes.

Available for qualified candidates

About company
Living Roots

Biological crop programs built around growth stage, plant physiology, and tropical field conditions.

The company offers a biological crop system designed for tropical agriculture, structured around four phases: Establish, Drive Photosynthesis, Protect Yield, and Regenerate Soil. This system uses targeted biological inputs to support crops from seed to soil recovery.

Living Roots works with smallholder farmers across South and Southeast Asia, helping them reduce chemical fertilizer use by 50–80% while improving yields and soil health. Their programs are tailored to real farm budgets and tropical growing conditions.

They partner with farming communities and organizations to deliver proven results, such as increased biomass, faster harvests, and improved crop resilience.

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Department Sciences and Research
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Posted a month ago