Remote Senior Soil Scientist Shape Sustainable Agriculture

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Generous annual leave

Comprehensive health, dental, and vis​

Retirement savings plan with employer

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Soil Scientist for a fully remote position. The role focuses on soil health, conservation strategies, and sustainable land management across diverse landscapes.

You will leverage advanced analytics, remote sensing, and field research to guide soil fertility, carbon sequestration, and ecosystem restoration. The ideal candidate has a PhD in soil science and 10+ years of post-doctoral experience with a strong publication record.

Qualifications

• PhD in Soil Science, Soil Chemistry, Soil Physics, or closely related field.
• 10+ years of post-doctoral research experience with strong publication record.
• Extensive experience with soil analysis techniques, lab procedures, and data interpretation.
• Proficiency in GIS software and analyzing remote sensing data for agricultural applications.
• Expertise in soil carbon dynamics, nutrient management, and soil remediation techniques.
• Experience in designing and conducting field-based agricultural research.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects remotely.
• Understanding of global agricultural challenges and sustainable development goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead research initiatives on soil health and nutrient cycling.
• Develop and refine soil sampling, analysis, and interpretation methodologies.
• Analyze datasets including remote sensing imagery and soil survey data to inform land management strategies.
• Provide scientific guidance to project teams, clients, and stakeholders.
• Contribute to development of MRV tools for soil carbon monitoring and reporting.
• Design and manage field experiments to evaluate soil improvement techniques.
• Stay current with literature, tech developments, and policy changes in soil science.
• Publish scientific reports and grant proposals.
• Collaborate with international research partners on global soil health initiatives.

Skills

GIS software

Remote sensing analysis

Scientific writing

Project management

Independent work

Education

PhD in Soil Science or related

Tools

GIS tools

Soil analysis techniques

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Soil Scientist for a fully remote position. The role focuses on soil health, conservation strategies, and sustainable land management across diverse landscapes.

You will leverage advanced analytics, remote sensing, and field research to guide soil fertility, carbon sequestration, and ecosystem restoration. The ideal candidate has a PhD in soil science and 10+ years of post-doctoral experience with a strong publication record.