Grow with Robigo

  • As we become industry leaders, you can too. Come play a role in shaping the direction of our technology and company culture.

  • After demonstrating strong translation from lab-to-field, we are excited to be accelerating product development and commercial advancement of our lead programs.

  • We value our people and compensate them accordingly. You can expect unlimited PTO, healthcare coverage, a competitive salary, and a benefits package that is thoughtfully designed.

  • Our lab and office is located within The Engine by MIT, an incubator for deep tech companies in the heart of Cambridge. In addition to top of the line equipment, you can expect to meet smart people working on tough technical problems and endless cold brew on tap.

We’re engineering first-in-class microbes to solve ag’s most pressing problems, and we’re looking for exceptional teammates and collaborators.

Regulatory Specialist

Location: Flexible

Position Overview

The Regulatory Specialist will support Robigo’s regulatory compliance throughout the 2026 field season while helping prepare the company for 2027 permit submissions. Working closely with the Director of Regulatory Science, this person will manage regulatory documentation, oversee field-level compliance, and coordinate cross-functionally with internal teams, partners, CROs, and regulators to ensure smooth operational execution. This role is ideal for someone scientifically trained, highly organized, and motivated to build a career in regulatory science within agricultural biotechnology.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary: Commensurate with experience

  • Equity:  Stock Options 

  • Benefits

    • 4% 401K Match

    • Medical - 100% coverage via United Health

    • Dental - 100% coverage via BCBS

    • Unlimited PTO within reason

    • Holidays: All federal holidays + week between Xmas and New Years

Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

  • Maintain regulatory documentation and ensure compliance across all 2026 field trial activities.

  • Prepare and manage microbial movement permits for non-field-trial work, including APHIS permits for greenhouse studies, lab evaluations, and other collaborator needs.

  • Collaborate with internal R&D teams to capture scientific and field-trial information accurately in regulatory documents.

  • Support preparation of 2027 permit applications.

Field-Level Regulatory Support

  • Coordinate with CROs to ensure trials adhere to permit conditions and regulatory expectations.

  • Track compliance activities, deviations, and required corrective actions.

  • Manage documentation of activities with relevant regulatory agencies.

Product Registration Support

  • Support early EPA registration activities, including data organization, literature reviews, drafting scientific summaries, and preparing components of the dossier.

  • Assist with coordinating study execution and data collection that will feed into registration materials.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

  • Preferred PhD or MS in microbiology, molecular biology, plant biology, biotechnology, or related discipline.

  • Advanced degree not required; expectation of commensurate industry experience.

Must-haves

  • Strong scientific communication skills, including data interpretation, generating clear graphs and visual summaries, and constructing well-reasoned scientific arguments for regulatory submissions.

  • High level of organization and attention to detail, especially in documentation.

  • Ability to manage projects with multiple moving parts and cross-functional contributors.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience with EPA or USDA regulatory submissions.

  • Familiarity with microbial crop inputs and field trial operations.

Soft Skills and Cultural Fit

  • Logical and analytical thinker who can translate complex science into clear regulatory language.

  • Patient and steady when navigating regulatory systems and timelines.

  • Collaborative team player with strong follow-through and a positive attitude.

  • Intellectually curious, asks good questions, and seeks to understand both scientific and regulatory context.

  • Values clear, well-organized documentation and process discipline.

How to apply

  • Submit your CV to careers@robigo.bio.

  • Please include a short description of why this position is interesting to you; No formal cover letter necessary.

  • Please indicate your estimated availability to start.

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Robigo, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, or any other characteristic protected by law.