Biologist (Aquatic Plants / Biomass Systems) - Internship

Job Title: Biologist (Aquatic Plants / Biomass Systems) - Internship

Location: Bali, Indonesia (On-site only)

Compensation: Unpaid Internship (with potential for full-time transition)  

Role Overview

Join Zero-X in Bali to be part of our global expansion in commercial execution, EU funding, and deep-tech R&D. We need a biologist to optimize growth conditions and yield for scalable production of duckweed-based products in biotech and cosmetics. This role is essential for our long-term R&D strategy. This role offers significant international exposure, working with a diverse team on projects with a global footprint. This is an unpaid internship with the potential for a full-time role based on performance.

 Key Responsibilities

• Optimize growth conditions and yield for duckweed


• Design and validate biological experiments


• Link biology to scalable production


• Experiment with different growing conditions


• Test and validate biological production processes


• Work closely with the production team to scale findings

Role-relevant Skills 

• Independence / Initiative-Taking: You can work autonomously, take ownership of experiments, and proactively identify improvements in growing conditions.


• Detail-Oriented: You carefully observe, measure, and document variables to ensure reliable, reproducible biological results.


• Trend-Spotting: You can identify patterns and emerging trends in plant behavior and environmental data to inform optimization decisions.


• Problem Solving & Perseverance: You approach biological challenges methodically and persist through trial-and-error to reach stable, optimal outcomes.


• Communication: You clearly communicate findings, hypotheses, and results to both technical and non-technical team members.


• Presentation Skills (Public Speaking): You can confidently present research insights and experimental results in meetings and reviews.

What We’re Looking For 

• Can-do Attitude: You have a proactive mindset and an entrepreneurial spirit. You are self-driven and can thrive in fast-paced work environments.


• Ambitious: You are highly adaptive and curious, and motivated to learn new skills.


• AI Tech-savvy: You have prior experience in leveraging AI to accelerate workflows.


• Independent and Collaborative: You can work independently while working effectively with others.


• International: You have a global mindset and can work in a diverse team.

What We Offer

This internship provides direct exposure to a fast-paced, high-growth environment where you can make a tangible impact. You will gain invaluable international experience, build a global network, and develop skills that are critical for a career in the tech and sustainability sectors. Our team provides support in settling into Bali, and you will be part of a vibrant community of entrepreneurs and innovators.

 Important Note: This is an unpaid internship for a duration of 4-6 months. Candidates must be willing to relocate to Bali, Indonesia. We do not cover accommodation, food, visa, or flights. A successful internship may lead to a full-time role based on performance.

Relocation: Mandatory relocation to Bali, Indonesia. No remote options available.

Start Date: ASAP