ON SITE, HYBRID - Piracicaba
Language skills: advanced English + Portuguese

As our MRV Researcher, you will lead research on Enhanced Rock Weathering (ERW) in tropical soils, with a particular focus on soil analyses. You will design, execute, and manage experiments that accurately monitor carbon dioxide removal, ensuring scientific rigor and high-quality data. You will take full ownership of our on-site experiments, drive improvements, and help shape our scientific strategy for ERW.
In this role, you will collaborate closely with the entire science team, supporting and contributing to all experiments and in-field monitoring activities. You will also engage with internal and external stakeholders, strengthening relationships that advance our research goals.
You will report directly to our MRV Manager & Soil Scientist, Mariane, and work alongside a multidisciplinary group of dedicated and ambitious MRV researchers. Your week may take you between the lab, the field, our on-site experiments, the greenhouse, visits to ESALQ and ESALQTEC, or focused work from home—always within a collaborative and high-trust environment.

The impact you can make

• Advance cutting-edge ERW research in tropical environments, contributing directly to global carbon dioxide removal efforts.
• Strengthen and refine our experimental design, ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and scalability of our measurements.
• Elevate the scientific quality of our field and laboratory work, influencing key decisions across the organization.
• Support the development of innovative MRV approaches that shape the future of climate-tech science.
• Build meaningful partnerships with researchers, institutions, and collaborators who help accelerate our mission.

Core working relationships

• MRV Manager & Soil Scientist – direct reporting line, close collaboration on scientific strategy and priorities.
• MRV Researchers – daily collaboration on experimental design, data analysis, fieldwork, and knowledge sharing.
• Field & Operations Teams – coordination for sampling, experiment setup, monitoring, and logistics.
• Sample Inventory and Lab Teams – coordination of sample processing and analysis, effective prioritisation
• Data & Analytics Teams – support on data interpretation, modeling, and integration into MRV systems.
• External Partners – engagement with universities, labs, farmers, and research collaborators to advance ERW knowledge.

• Oversight and management of the onsite experiments in ESALQ (e.g. greenhouse experiments)
• You oversee the scientific operations, such as design of experiments
• You generate, analyse and manage data and samples related to our experiments
• You ensure quality control checks are carried out on data generated and sample collection
• You oversee sample inventory management and processing
• You provide support and research to help the science team strategy moving forward
• You compare, present and discuss data and research (e.g. recent papers) internally with our (science) team as well as with leading researchers globally
• You are available to deputise or cover for other members of the science team when they are away on leave or unable to carry out tasks
• You are available to support on field work and infield tasks
• You may lead on certain novel R+D topics related to EW

• A PhD or at least a master’s degree in Soil Science, Agronomy, Earth Science, Geochemistry, Biogeochemistry, or a related field.
• Solid knowledge of geology and weathering processes in tropical soils.
• Fluency in Portuguese.
• Advanced English, sufficient to present and discuss research within an international team.
• Residency in or near Piracicaba (SP), or willingness to relocate.
• Experience ensuring data quality and working with large sets of samples
• A deep curiosity for the science behind ERW in tropical agricultural systems, and the ability to dive into details with rigor.
• An independent, confident, hands-on approach—proactive, energetic, and driven to make things happen.
• A fast-learning mindset, with the motivation to continuously develop both professionally and personally.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to break down complex scientific problems and communicate them clearly and concisely.
• A collaborative spirit—you enjoy working with others, supporting the team, and actively stepping in when needed.

Key qualities

• Scientific rigor and high attention to detail.
• Adaptability and resilience in rapidly evolving field and lab environments.
• Strong ownership mindset, with the ability to manage projects end-to-end.
• Clear communication and strong alignment with our mission.

Bonus points (not required)

• Experience with greenhouse experiments, lysimeters, or soil analyses.
• Knowledge of carbon removal methodologies or MRV frameworks.
• Prior experience in tropical agriculture or working with field-based experiments.
• Familiarity with analytical equipment, geochemical modeling, or hydrology.

At InPlanet, we have a big vision of solving climate change, and we are looking for individuals who are genuinely passionate about making a positive difference in the world of Carbon Removal Solutions. Trust guides our actions, drive fuels our efforts, and impact is our goal.

• Trust: You believe in being kind and transparent in the workplace, fostering an environment where trust thrives and collaboration flourishes
• Drive: You possess an innate drive to take action with a hands-on, can-do attitude, propelled by urgency
• Impact: You dream big and are committed to making a meaningful difference in the world, aligning with our overarching mission to address climate change

• Compensation expectations and our comp philosophy are openly discussed in the first interview with the goal of managing expectations fairly.
• Home Office Budget
• Personal development budget
• Language Programme Monthly Allowance
• 40 days annual leave
• The opportunity to be autonomous, make a huge difference and belong to a vision.
• Occasional off-sites in Brazil yay!
• Laptop to fuel your productivity

At InPlanet, our philosophy revolves around ensuring fair and unbiased compensation and equitable equity pay, coupled with competitive benefits, across all regions where we operate.
The reason behind our salary range being wide or undefined at the first stages of the interview is because of our international presence and globally distributed workforce, we utilize geo ranges to account for varying pay differentials, forming a crucial part of our global compensation strategy to remain competitive across diverse markets as we expand our reach.
These ranges are determined by role, level, and location, recognizing the nuanced demands of each market. The actual base pay for the selected candidate is influenced by factors such as location, skills, experience, training, business requirements, and market dynamics, with the range subject to potential adjustments in alignment with our commitment to fairness and transparency.

Roughly 6 hours across 3-6 weeks from CV-screening.

1. Interview with Talent & People Partner or Head of People (values & motivation)
2. Interview with the Hiring Manager (required core skills and competencies)

(optional third interview)

1. Challenge with 3+ team members (specific task, preparation needed)
2. Verbal reference check & psychometric profiling
3. Offer

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• We kindly ask you to submit your CV in English, as this is the main language we use here at InPlanet (unless it is justified to be in Portuguese).This job description is intended to provide a clear summary of the responsibilities, scope, and expectations associated with this opportunity. It may apply to a range of working relationships, including full-time or part-time employment as well as independent contractor or service-based arrangements, depending on the candidate's location and compliance framework. Each engagement is carefully assessed on a case-by-case basis to ensure alignment with applicable laws and InPlanet’s global operating standards.

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