Also called: Cannabis Plant Scientist, Cultivation Director
Uses plant science to grow consistent, high-quality cannabis in state-legal operations.
Runs trials on lighting and nutrients in grow rooms, tests plants for potency and contaminants, and breeds new varieties, all under strict state rules.
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Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Bachelor's degree (4-year), about 4 years after high school. Bachelor's or master's in plant science or horticulture.
Ways in: 4-year college, Graduate school. Training cost: $15k – $60k.
Majors to look at: Plant Science, Horticulture.
Growing about average. Tracks BLS biological scientists.
Low risk in 5 years, medium in 10. Grow-room sensors and AI tune climate; plant trials, breeding and state rules stay human. Legal only where allowed.
Classes: AP Biology, Chemistry, Horticulture CTE.
Official data: O*NET occupation 19-1013.
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