Agricultural Scientist (Freelancer)

About Us Deccan AI Experts is a pioneering AI company founded by IIT Bombay and IIM Ahmedabad alumni, with a strong founding team from IITs, NITs, and BITS. We specialize in high-quality human-curated data, AI-first operations, and advanced AI evaluation systems.

About the Role We are seeking an

Agricultural Scientist (Freelancer) to support advanced AI evaluation initiatives focused on agricultural science, crop production, agronomy, soil science, sustainable farming, agricultural research, and data-driven decision-making in agriculture. In this role, you will evaluate AI-generated outputs related to crop management, plant science, soil health, agricultural practices, farm productivity, pest and disease management, agricultural research, and sustainability initiatives. Your expertise will help improve AI systems designed for agricultural intelligence, scientific reasoning, research assistance, and agribusiness decision-making. This position is ideal for professionals with experience in agricultural science, agronomy, crop science, soil science, horticulture, plant breeding, agricultural biotechnology, agricultural extension, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Create deliverables addressing common agricultural science and farming-related scenarios
• Annotate and evaluate AI-generated agricultural analyses, research summaries, technical reports, and recommendations
• Assess AI outputs for scientific accuracy, agronomic validity, practical applicability, and logical reasoning
• Review AI-generated content involving crop production, soil management, irrigation systems, plant nutrition, pest control, and sustainable agriculture
• Evaluate outputs related to agricultural research methodologies, field trials, crop improvement programs, and farm management practices
• Identify scientific inaccuracies, unsupported recommendations, data interpretation issues, and reasoning errors in AI-generated outputs
• Provide structured feedback to improve AI performance in agricultural and life sciences workflows
• Support projects involving agricultural research, agribusiness analysis, food systems, and environmental sustainability
• Review peer-developed deliverables to maintain quality and consistency standards
• Contribute domain expertise to improve AI systems focused on agricultural intelligence and scientific research

Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Agriculture, Agronomy, Crop Science, Soil Science, Horticulture, Plant Science, Agricultural Biotechnology, Agricultural Engineering, or a related discipline
• 3+ years of experience in agricultural research, crop management, agribusiness, agricultural consulting, academia, or extension services
• Strong understanding of agricultural production systems, crop management practices, and farm operations
• Familiarity with agricultural research methods, field experimentation, and data analysis
• Knowledge of crop nutrition, irrigation management, integrated pest management (IPM), and soil fertility management
• Strong analytical thinking, scientific reasoning, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written English communication skills
• Ability to evaluate AI-generated outputs for scientific accuracy and practical relevance
• Ability to work independently in a remote, fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with agricultural research institutes, universities, government agricultural agencies, agritech companies, or agribusiness organizations
• Familiarity with agricultural data analytics, GIS tools, remote sensing, precision farming technologies, or farm management systems
• Experience publishing agricultural research papers or technical reports
• Knowledge of climate-smart agriculture, regenerative agriculture, sustainable farming practices, or food security initiatives
• Experience with agricultural biotechnology, genomics, crop breeding, or seed technology programs
• Familiarity with AI-powered agricultural tools and digital farming technologies
• Contributions to agricultural research projects, conferences, or professional associations

Why Join Us

• Competitive hourly pay: ₹1,500/hour
• Fully remote with flexible working hours
• Opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge AI and agricultural intelligence initiatives
• Exposure to advanced AI systems focused on scientific reasoning, agricultural research, and sustainability
• Flexible project-based opportunities with global teams
• Work on next-generation AI solutions supporting agriculture, food systems, and environmental innovation