R&D Lead and Support

1 day ago

Greater Brisbane Area, Australia BeeSTARX Pty Ltd Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Company Description

BeeSTAR Technology
is an Australian AgTech startup leading the digital transformation of beekeeping and pollination. We develop advanced hive monitoring and pollination analytics systems that integrate IoT, AI, and data science to support sustainable food production and global biodiversity.

Our mission is to enable beekeepers, growers, and researchers to better understand and protect pollination ecosystems — combining real-world sensor data with cutting-edge research to drive meaningful impact across agriculture.

We are currently expanding our R&D team to strengthen our fieldwork operations and collaborative university projects. BeeSTAR is a fast-moving startup environment with global ambition — a place for those who are curious, committed, and ready to build the future of digital pollination.

Role Description

This R&D Lead and Support role is a hybrid contract position based in the Greater Brisbane Area, with potential for full-time employment after a 12-month cliff.

The successful candidate will take a key role in coordinating ongoing research and development projects, including data analysis, sensor trials, and university-linked studies.

You will work directly with the founder and CTO-track leadership to design experiments, collect and interpret field data, and support the integration of AI-driven insights into real-world beekeeping and pollination systems.

This position requires strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and persistence — someone who doesn't give up easily and thrives in the dynamic pace of a startup.

Key responsibilities

  • Lead and support R&D activities related to bee health and pollination systems
  • Conduct data analysis, reporting, and field experiment coordination
  • Collaborate with universities and research partners
  • Manage follow-up of ongoing trials and technical documentation
  • Contribute to algorithm and data model validation
  • Participate in product testing and feedback loops with the engineering team

Qualifications

  • Experience in Agricultural Science, Environmental Science, Engineering, Biology, Data Science, or a related technical discipline
  • Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills
  • Understanding of beekeeping, pollination, or agriculture systems highly preferred
  • Proven persistence and ownership mindset suitable for a startup environment
  • Ability to manage multiple R&D projects with accuracy and accountability
  • Strong communication skills and cultural adaptability in multinational collaboration
  • Willingness to travel regionally and occasionally overseas
  • Multilingual ability is highly preferred
  • Prior exposure to IoT, telemetry, or data platforms is a plus

Offer

  • Contract-based position with potential ESOP participation
  • Negotiable terms depending on experience and contribution
  • Future pathway toward CTO or senior leadership for the right candidate
  • Flexible hybrid work, strong autonomy, and real impact in the AgTech space

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