Call for Applications for Sr. Agri Specialist (R-02) – ANNAM.AI
Location: ANNAM.AI, Center of Excellence in AI for Agriculture, IIT Ropar (Onsite preferred; hybrid/remote may also be considered)
Type: Full time | Contractual | Renewable based on performance
Compensation: ₹8 - 12 Lakhs per annum (Based on qualifications and experience)
Performance Incentives: Additional incentives based on performance and outcomes, subject to Governing Board approval
Tenure: Initial appointment for 2 years, extendable up to 5 years
Minimum experience of 3+ years (May be relaxed in the case of exceptional candidates.)
Role Summary
As the Sr. Agri Specialist of ANNAM.AI, you will be responsible for executing agricultural innovation programs that integrate AI with farming practices. You will play a key role in implementing field-level pilots, conducting applied agricultural research, and enabling farmer adoption of digital tools.
This position is ideal for an agricultural professional with strong domain expertise, hands-on program management skills,
and a passion for bridging technology with farming communities to create tangible impact.
Key Responsibilities
1. Applied Research & Program Implementation
- Support agricultural research initiatives to identify use cases for AI in precision farming, crop management, and natural resource optimization.
- Lead the design and execution of pilot projects, ensuring scalability and farmer adoption.
- Work closely with technology teams to translate field requirements into usable AI-driven tools.
2. Farmer-Centric Initiatives
- Develop farmer outreach, training, and awareness programs on AI-enabled agriculture.
- Facilitate adoption of digital tools in areas such as soil health, irrigation scheduling, pest management, and yield forecasting.
- Collect and analyze farmer feedback to continuously improve program effectiveness.
3. Partnerships & Ecosystem Support
- Engage with ICAR institutions, state agriculture departments, NGOs, and farmer pr