Field Trial & Greenhouse Evaluation Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title : Field Trial & Greenhouse Evaluation Specialist

Location : Watsonville, CA

Type : Full-time

Ohalo is seeking a Field Trial & Greenhouse Evaluation Specialist to lead the design, implementation, and analysis of trials for both true potato seed (TPS) and our Boosted™ development pipeline potatoes.

Based in Watsonville, CA, this role will oversee the execution of greenhouse and field evaluations, coordinate small teams or contractors as needed, and work cross-functionally with breeding, product, and data teams to inform pipeline advancement. The ideal candidate is an agronomically skilled, data-savvy team player who thrives in hands-on environments and brings a proactive mindset to experimentation, data collection, and process improvement.

Responsibilities :

Field & Greenhouse Trial Management

• Lead the design, setup, and execution of field and greenhouse trials in Watsonville and other regions, with California focus.
• Manage trial logistics, including planting, maintenance, irrigation, pest management, and harvest activities.
• Coordinate with small internal teams or seasonal labor as needed for timely execution.

Data Collection & Analysis

TPS & Clonal System Evaluation

Process & Protocol Development

Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

The anticipated pay range that we reasonably expect to pay for this role is $80,000 - $115,000 for Watsonville, CA. Individual compensation is based on various factors including experience, education, skillset, and other relevant qualifications.

A bout Ohalo Genetics :

Ohalo™ aims to accelerate evolution to unlock nature's potential. Founded in 2019, Ohalo develops novel breeding systems and improved plant varieties that help farmers grow more food with fewer natural resources, increasing the yield, resiliency, and genetic diversity of crops to sustainably feed our population. Ohalo's breakthrough technology, Boosted Breeding™, will usher in a new era of improved productivity to radically transform global agriculture. For more information, visit www.ohalo.com.

Notes : If you previously applied for a job at Ohalo Genetics, we encourage you to restate your interest in the position by submitting your application.

No visa sponsorship is available for this position at this time.

No recruiters, please.