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Plant Propagation Research & Product Associate

LocationMaker Village, KINFRA Hi-Tech Park, Kalamassery, Kochi, Kerala

Job Type3-Month Paid Internship → Full time

Compensation₹15,000 - 18,000/month + performance bonus

Research & ProductEntry Level

About Us

Grafito Innovations is a deep-tech agritech startup developing automation of plant propagation technologies. We work at the intersection of plant biology, nursery systems, and automation to improve efficiency, crop survival rates, and sustainability through data-driven design.

Role Overview

This role begins as a 3-month paid, full-time internship which is research-heavy and field-intensive. You will work at the intersection of horticulture, experimental design, data validation, and product testing, directly influencing how our machines evolve from prototype to deployable product. High performers will be offered a full-time Plant Propagation Technology Associate position at the end of the internship.

What You'll Do





Design and execute controlled field experiments for vegetable grafting and nursery operations
Measure and record quantitative performance metrics (success rate, cycle time, repeatability, variability, failure modes)
Conduct benchmark testing across machine configurations and crop varieties
Create statistically verifiable reports with raw data, charts, and conclusions
Validate results with photographic, video, and log-based evidence
Identify anomalies, root causes, and propose data-backed improvements
Conduct on-site trials at nurseries, research stations, and customer locations
Collaborate with engineers to translate field observations into design inputs
Contribute to SOPs, testing protocols, user manuals, and training content
Participate in demos, farmer interactions, and early adoption studies

Must-Have Requirements

Degree in Horticulture / Plant Science / Agriculture / Agricultural Engineering / Biotechnology
Minimum 1 year of hands-on project, internship, o

📌 Plant Propagation Research (Kochi)
🏢 Grafito Innovations
📍 Kochi