Horticulturist

Job Description

Job Title: Horticulturist Grow Lab Company: Museum of Solutions (MuSo) Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra Experience: 2 to 5 years Industry: Education / Non-Profit / Museums / Sustainability Functional Area: Environment, Agriculture, Horticulture, Urban Farming Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent Education: B.Sc / M.Sc in Horticulture, Botany, Agriculture, or related fields Job Description: The Museum of Solutions (MuSo) is looking for an experienced and creative Horticulturist to manage and lead our Grow Lab – a nature-based interactive space designed to help children engage with plants, food systems, and sustainable growing practices. The ideal candidate will have hands-on horticulture experience, preferably in urban or educational settings, and a passion for creating engaging, plant-based experiences for children. Key Responsibilities: Design and maintain indoor and outdoor growing systems (soil-based, hydroponics, vertical gardens, etc.) Conduct workshops and experiential learning sessions for children and families Monitor plant health and ensure sustainability practices are followed Collaborate with the education team to integrate nature and plant learning into museum programs Maintain inventory and manage lab equipment and supplies Train and guide interns, volunteers, or support staff in lab operations Key Skills: Horticulture Urban Farming Plant Care & Maintenance Sustainability Practices Hydroponics / Soil Science Workshop Facilitation / Teaching Botanical Garden or Nursery Experience Child-friendly Communication Candidate Profile: 2+ years of relevant work experience Strong plant knowledge and familiarity with sustainable growing systems Comfortable working in an interactive, child-centric environment Based in Mumbai or willing to relocate