Curaleaf
At Curaleaf, we’re redefining the cannabis industry with a strong commitment to quality, expertise, and innovation. As a leading global cannabis provider, our brands—including Curaleaf, Select, and Grassroots—offer premium products and services in both medical and adult-use markets. Join us at Curaleaf to be part of a high-growth, purpose-driven company that champions corporate social responsibility through our Rooted in Good initiative, supporting community outreach and positive change. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, drive innovation, and help shape the future of cannabis.
Title:
Cultivation Research Associate
Pay Rate:
$16.00/hr
Location:
Phoenix, AZ (Hybrid across North and Central Phoenix facilities)
Job Type:
Full Time | Non-Exempt
Shift:
Monday-Friday | 5:00am - 1:30pm
Who You Are You’re passionate about cannabis science and hands‑on cultivation, with a strong interest in strain development and plant genetics. You bring curiosity, precision, and prior growing experience — whether in a professional environment or through dedicated personal cultivation. You’re eager to learn the research side of cultivation, helping to develop new strains and optimize plant performance through data‑driven methods.
Responsibilities As a Cultivation Research Associate at Curaleaf’s Research & Development facility, you’ll support the full plant life cycle — from propagation to harvest — while contributing to research initiatives focused on genetics, breeding, and phenotype selection. You’ll maintain detailed records, monitor environmental conditions, and help implement cultivation trials that drive new product innovation and quality improvements. Your day will include:
Performing daily plant care such as cutting, rooting, transplanting, watering, feeding, trimming, staking, and pruning to keep plants healthy
Tracking humidity, moisture, and temperature to maintain ideal growing conditions and meet quality goals
Inspecting plants for leaf health, bloom size, pests, or disease and removing any that don’t meet standards
Assisting with harvest by cutting plants, trimming, removing flowering tops, weighing products, and recording inventory in the electronic tracking system
Supporting the curing process by hanging and dry‑racking flowers, monitoring climate conditions, labeling and weighing products, and entering inventory data
Operating and maintaining lighting, irrigation, and climate‑control systems while stocking supplies and keeping all cultivation areas and tools clean and sanitized
Pitching in during high‑demand periods to help prepare and package products, including premium extraction items
Following state regulations and security procedures by accurately labeling plants and entering inventory information
What You’ll Bring
You have a true passion for cannabis and plant science, backed by hands‑on experience growing, harvesting, or breeding—whether in a professional cultivation environment or through serious personal projects
You bring the flexibility to work across both the North and Central Phoenix facilities, supporting cultivation and research priorities wherever needed
You thrive in a fast‑paced, team environment, collaborating with others while fostering a positive and professional atmosphere
You bring sharp attention to detail, ensuring quality and consistency in every task
You are reliable and detail‑oriented, with strong documentation, inventory, and organizational skills that help you stay on top of a tight schedule
You have solid math and measurement skills and the ability to operate a scale with confidence
You have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent
Even Better If
You have expertise in cannabis genetics and breeding, developing and refining new strains through research and cultivation
You bring knowledge of growing technologies such as lighting, irrigation, soil, and nutrients, along with hands‑on experience in landscaping, horticulture, or agriculture
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods of time (8–10 hours per shift)
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and occasional lifting of heavier items with assistanceFrequent and repetitive use of hands and wrists for extended periods of time
Repetitive bending, squatting, and reaching
Ability to climb ladders or step stools to access plants or equipment
Ability to use required PPE when required, such as masks, hair nets, beard covers, respirators, boot covers, scrubs, non‑slip shoes, and Tyvek suits as necessary
Environmental Conditions
Exposure to environments with high humidity, varying temperatures, and strong odors (such as cannabis)
Exposure to soil, water, fertilizer, dust, pollen and plant pathogens
Exposure to cleaning solvents, such as high volumes of isopropyl alcohol
Exposure to loud noises, including but not limited to air compressors, packaging equipment, and alarms
Exposure to CO₂ manufacturing procedures at OSHA approved CO₂ levels
What We Offer
Career Growth Opportunities
Competitive Pay and Benefits
Generous PTO and Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
Life/Disability Insurance
Community Involvement
Referral Bonuses and Product Discounts
Curaleaf is an equal opportunity employer. Curaleaf recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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Title:
Cultivation Research Associate
Pay Rate:
$16.00/hr
Location:
Phoenix, AZ (Hybrid across North and Central Phoenix facilities)
Job Type:
Full Time | Non-Exempt
Shift:
Monday-Friday | 5:00am - 1:30pm
Who You Are You’re passionate about cannabis science and hands‑on cultivation, with a strong interest in strain development and plant genetics. You bring curiosity, precision, and prior growing experience — whether in a professional environment or through dedicated personal cultivation. You’re eager to learn the research side of cultivation, helping to develop new strains and optimize plant performance through data‑driven methods.
Responsibilities As a Cultivation Research Associate at Curaleaf’s Research & Development facility, you’ll support the full plant life cycle — from propagation to harvest — while contributing to research initiatives focused on genetics, breeding, and phenotype selection. You’ll maintain detailed records, monitor environmental conditions, and help implement cultivation trials that drive new product innovation and quality improvements. Your day will include:
Performing daily plant care such as cutting, rooting, transplanting, watering, feeding, trimming, staking, and pruning to keep plants healthy
Tracking humidity, moisture, and temperature to maintain ideal growing conditions and meet quality goals
Inspecting plants for leaf health, bloom size, pests, or disease and removing any that don’t meet standards
Assisting with harvest by cutting plants, trimming, removing flowering tops, weighing products, and recording inventory in the electronic tracking system
Supporting the curing process by hanging and dry‑racking flowers, monitoring climate conditions, labeling and weighing products, and entering inventory data
Operating and maintaining lighting, irrigation, and climate‑control systems while stocking supplies and keeping all cultivation areas and tools clean and sanitized
Pitching in during high‑demand periods to help prepare and package products, including premium extraction items
Following state regulations and security procedures by accurately labeling plants and entering inventory information
What You’ll Bring
You have a true passion for cannabis and plant science, backed by hands‑on experience growing, harvesting, or breeding—whether in a professional cultivation environment or through serious personal projects
You bring the flexibility to work across both the North and Central Phoenix facilities, supporting cultivation and research priorities wherever needed
You thrive in a fast‑paced, team environment, collaborating with others while fostering a positive and professional atmosphere
You bring sharp attention to detail, ensuring quality and consistency in every task
You are reliable and detail‑oriented, with strong documentation, inventory, and organizational skills that help you stay on top of a tight schedule
You have solid math and measurement skills and the ability to operate a scale with confidence
You have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent
Even Better If
You have expertise in cannabis genetics and breeding, developing and refining new strains through research and cultivation
You bring knowledge of growing technologies such as lighting, irrigation, soil, and nutrients, along with hands‑on experience in landscaping, horticulture, or agriculture
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods of time (8–10 hours per shift)
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and occasional lifting of heavier items with assistanceFrequent and repetitive use of hands and wrists for extended periods of time
Repetitive bending, squatting, and reaching
Ability to climb ladders or step stools to access plants or equipment
Ability to use required PPE when required, such as masks, hair nets, beard covers, respirators, boot covers, scrubs, non‑slip shoes, and Tyvek suits as necessary
Environmental Conditions
Exposure to environments with high humidity, varying temperatures, and strong odors (such as cannabis)
Exposure to soil, water, fertilizer, dust, pollen and plant pathogens
Exposure to cleaning solvents, such as high volumes of isopropyl alcohol
Exposure to loud noises, including but not limited to air compressors, packaging equipment, and alarms
Exposure to CO₂ manufacturing procedures at OSHA approved CO₂ levels
What We Offer
Career Growth Opportunities
Competitive Pay and Benefits
Generous PTO and Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
Life/Disability Insurance
Community Involvement
Referral Bonuses and Product Discounts
Curaleaf is an equal opportunity employer. Curaleaf recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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