Technician Associate Agronomist (Entry Level/Intern)

Finno AQ is a phygital agri-farm-food, deep-tech startup working in the sustainable agriculture space and providing end-to-end climate-smart biofarming engineering solutions to farmers. We are a dynamic and vibrant organisation committed to enabling innovation, sustainability, and excellence for the farming industry stakeholders.

As a forward-thinking startup, we pride in having a collaborative, fast-paced, flexible and agile working atmosphere. We empower our team members with the autonomy to lead projects and the accountability to deliver exceptional results. Join us and be a part of a high-performance team where your contributions are valued and your growth is a priority.

We are seeking an Agronomist to drive the transformation of agriculture through sustainable, tech-driven, and practical sustainable farming solutions. You will leverage your expertise in soil science and crop management to develop innovative, data and science-backed practices that empower farmers to increase productivity while ensuring long-term farm sustainability. Thrive in a collaborative, dynamic startup culture where your creativity and problem-solving skills fuel scalable impact—shaping the future of sustainable farming and generating meaningful change for communities and the planet.

Ø Develop DPRs: Create practical, monitorable, data-driven Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that help farmers improve soil health, manage crops effectively, and use resources efficiently.

Ø Collaborate with Industry Experts: Collaborate with agronomists, experienced farmers, senior consultants in order to generate farming SOPs, crop suitability, planning and other decision making parts. 

Ø Crop Suitability Analysis: Engage in crop suitability analysis with proven methods using AI tools. Gather socio-economic and geographical insights through remote and physical farm land survey. 

Ø Soil Testing & Analysis: Oversee soil testing, crop growth, analyze results, generate periodic reports, and provide recommendations to enhance soil quality and boost crop yields.

Ø Data-Driven Decisions: Gather data from online and offline sources ( from farm-technicians/supervisors/labours) and analytics to monitor farming practices continuously. Interpret soil, crop health, and environmental (especially weather forecasts) data to refine SOPs and guide on-the-ground decisions.

Ø Farm Support & Monitoring: Conduct periodic farm visits to evaluate crop health, assess SOP effectiveness, assess risks, and ensure farmers implement best practices for maximum efficiency.

Ø GIS for Land Suitability: Utilize GIS tools to analyze land suitability, delineate crop zones, and generate actionable insights for farmers.

Ø Farmer Training & Support: Work directly with farmers to provide training, answer questions, and support them in implementing sustainable farming practices. Generate technical presentation, technical bulletins, and social media posts (as write-up) for awareness and promotion.

Ø Innovation & Startup Mindset: Thrive in a fast-paced startup environment by adapting quickly, thinking creatively, building scalable solutions, improving practices, and contributing to company growth.

Ø Agronomic Expertise: Strong understanding of soil science, crop management, crop suitability, crop selection, and sustainable farming practices. Knowledge of bio-farming techniques is a plus.

Ø Soil Testing & Analysis: Hands-on experience with soil testing (sampling, lab analysis, data interpretation) and a deep understanding of soil fertility and its impact on crop production.

Ø Data-Driven & Tech-Savvy: Comfortable using data analysis to guide farming practices. Experience with GIS tools (ArcGIS, QGIS) to enhance farm operations and land suitability analysis.

Ø Innovation & Problem-Solving: Ability to solve complex farming challenges with practical, scalable solutions backed by science and technology.

Ø Field Experience: Proven experience working on the ground, conducting field assessments, providing hands-on guidance, and ensuring proper implementation of sustainable farming practices.

Ø Startup Culture Fit: Comfort and adaptability in a fast-paced startup environment, where roles are fluid, and quick, effective decision-making is critical. You will be a self-starter who is able to work independently, anticipate needs, and take initiative for achieving successful outcomes.

Ø Communication Skills: Clear and concise communication skills to deliver training, interact with farmers, and document insights. Ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse team.

Ø Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, Soil Science, Agricultural Engineering, or a related field from a recognized Indian university or institute.

Ø Proficiency in GIS tools (ArcGIS, QGIS) and data analysis for land suitability assessment and precision/predictive agriculture.

Ø 1-2 years of field experience engaging with farmers, conducting agronomic assessments, and delivering training or support.

Ø Strong problem-solving skills, communication abilities, and flexibility to thrive in an innovative, fast-paced startup.

Ø 6 months training stipend up to 10,000 INR per month (based on skills).

Ø Daily fixed travel and food allowance options.

Ø Performance bonus options.

Ø Flexible and remote working conditions.

Ø Opportunity for early or post-probation full-time job transition based on performance.

Kolkata, West Bengal; Hybrid working;

If you're excited about this opportunity and feel you’re a good fit, send your resume and cover letter to hr@finnoaq.com with the subject line “Agronomist - [Your Name].” When writing tell us how your experience aligns with our mission and how you can contribute to building the future of sustainable farming? Selected individuals only will receive a follow up mail.