The Electric Plant Company (www.electricplant.co) is pioneering the future of plant sciences by exploring the intersection of physiology, data, and technology. Our research greenhouse in Allendale, MI supports cutting-edge experiments designed to better understand plant function and resilience. We’re looking for a dependable and detail-oriented Research Technician to keep our plants, sensors, and experiments running smoothly. This paid role is part-time with flexible scheduling and runs from mid-September through November.
Key Responsibilities
- Take plant physiology measurements, including:
- Chlorophyll fluorescence
- Electrophysiology recordings
- Pot weighing and soil moisture tracking
- Identify plants affected by pests, disease, or show signs of stress.
- Perform general plant care and facility clean-up to ensure a healthy research environment.
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and replace sensors, dataloggers, and related instrumentation.
- Ensure reliable operation of both plants and instruments across large experimental setups (hundreds of plants).
- Record observations and measurements consistently and accurately.
Requirements
- Strong dependability — commitment to showing up consistently through the duration of the internship is critical
- Attention to detail and ability to make precise, repeatable measurements.
- Able to work in a greenhouse/research environment, performing standing and reaching tasks in warm and cold climates.
- Ability to manage tasks across a large number of plants in a time-efficient manner.
- Experience in Plant Sciences, Biology, Data Science, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field and familiarity with basic laboratory research methods preferred.
Why Join Us?
- Gain hands-on research experience at the intersection of biology and technology.
- Work independently while contributing to high-impact plant science experiments.
- Flexible scheduling that can fit around academic commitments.
About The Electric Plant Co:
The Electric Plant Co, founded by Justin Mast & Lee von Kraus and located at Newlab Detroit, is at the cutting edge of environmental and plant health monitoring.