Job Description

Why insporos

The fight for global food security starts with seeds. At insporos, we are pioneering advanced seed scanning technology to ensure that every seed planted grows into a healthy, resilient plant. We unlock knowledge contained within every seed, so farmers can sustainably cultivate predictable seeds. Our collaborative and multidisciplinary work environment is fueled by a collective determination to bring disruptive changes in the agricultural space, and is rooted in curiosity. We are focused on helping employees develop skills needed to excel in impactful agricultural deep tech research.

About the team

We are a small, but dedicated, team inspired by the intricacies of seeds that is aiming to solve complex problems. We are working intimately to develop robust data sets on seedling growth. If you possess an entrepreneurial spirit and are as passionate about plant health and precision as we are, then we invite you to join us in seeding the future!

What you'll actually be doing

Grow and monitor seeds and plants in a greenhouse/plant chamber setting Label outcomes (e.g., disease, growth traits) to improve our machine learning models Run PCR and/or ELISA tests for disease detection Keep organized records and flag anomalies or issues in real time Troubleshoot independently and keep things running smoothly

What we're looking for

Experience working with plants in a greenhouse or lab Comfort with PCR, ELISA, and basic plant pathology Extreme attention to detail and care in handling data Someone self-directed and proactive -- not afraid to solve problems solo A real interest in sustainability, food systems, or agtech Someone who wants to grow with us

Why this is a great place to work

You'll play a critical role in building high-quality training data for AI You'll learn quickly, gain ownership, and help shape a growing company We offer equity alongside salary--typical of early-stage startups You'll be part of a team working to make agriculture smarter, cleaner, and better for the planet
This is a grant funded position, applicants must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident of Canada or person granted refugee status in Canada and legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial legislation and regulation.

Sound like a fit? Send a short note and your resume to

hrinsporos@gmail.com

. We will not respond to LinkedIn spam applicants. Please highlight the analytical techniques you've used, and the crops you've grown. Let's grow something great.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Stock options
Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekends as needed
Ability to commute/relocate:

Vancouver, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-06-02