Turfgrass Horticulturalist Agronomist - Product Innovation & Support

This fully remote role requires a digitally savvy Agronomist with expertise in Turfgrass and soil science to ensure product quality, conduct turf research, and provide customer support for a nationwide client base.

Location: Remote

Responsibilities

• Work with state regulators to clarify and potentially challenge product labeling requirements
• Maintain research and keep diligent records to help with customer interactions, claims, and product performance
• Monitor and test fertilizer product quality to help with claims, marketing, and responsiveness to customer feedback
• Assist with and provide turf expertise to investigate and resolve product complaints, documenting findings and recommending corrective actions
• Design, coordinate, and analyze remote field trials to evaluate fertilizer effectiveness across diverse environments
• Collect, interpret, and report on turfgrass data using digital tools and software, particularly office applications (Excel, Google Sheets) and reporting
• Stay current on industry research and integrate innovative practices into product development and customer recommendations
• Develop and implement testing procedures and protocols for new and existing products
• Work with State Regulatory bodies to clarify product labeling and compliance for new or substantially revised products
• Serve as a primary point of contact for customer inquiries, offering science-based recommendations for fertilizer use, turf nutrition, and soil health.
• Provide virtual training, educational materials, and technical support to customers and internal teams
• Communicate research findings and product benefits through digital presentations, webinars, podcasts, and written reports

Requirements

• Masters degree or higher in Turfgrass, Agronomy, Horticulture, Crop Science, Soil Science, or related field
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in agronomy, agricultural research, or technical support (turfgrass and fertilizer industry preferred)
• Proficiency with digital business tools, data management software, and remote communication platforms
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret datasets related to turf management, soil conditions, and product performance
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical and customer-facing audiences
• Self-motivated, flexible, and capable of working independently in a fully remote environment
• Demonstrated customer service orientation and problem-solving abilities

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays