Soil Scientist | Remote

Crossing Hurdles; United States; Remote; CAD 90,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

An agriculture technology firm based in Canada is looking for an expert to enhance AI models related to soil and plant sciences. The ideal candidate will have an advanced degree in a relevant field and experience in soil analysis and crop physiology. Responsibilities include reviewing datasets, collaborating with AI engineers, and translating research into practical scenarios. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential for success in a remote collaboration environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in soil analysis and crop management research.
• Familiarity with agricultural practices like soil classification.
• Strong skills in explaining complex scientific concepts.
• Familiarity with agricultural practices such as soil classification and crop productivity studies.
• High attention to detail with a rigorous approach to data review and validation.
• Ability to work independently in a remote, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise to enhance AI models in plant sciences.
• Review and validate datasets for scientific accuracy.
• Collaborate with engineers to refine model outputs.
• Collaborate with AI engineers to refine model outputs using agronomy best practices.
• Develop practical scenarios around crop yield, soil management, and pest control.
• Identify gaps or inconsistencies in AI outputs and recommend improvements.

Skills

Soil analysis

Crop physiology

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Advanced degree in Soil Science, Agronomy, or related field

Job description

Responsibilities

• Provide domain expertise to improve AI models related to soil and plant sciences.
• Review, annotate, and validate datasets for scientific accuracy and relevance.
• Translate research in soil science and plant physiology into structured inputs for AI training.
• Collaborate with AI engineers to refine model outputs using agronomy best practices.
• Develop practical scenarios around crop yield, soil management, and pest control.
• Identify gaps or inconsistencies in AI outputs and recommend improvements.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in Soil Science, Plant Science, Agronomy, or a related field.
• Experience in soil analysis, crop physiology, breeding, or plant management research.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for explaining complex scientific concepts.
• Familiarity with agricultural practices such as soil classification and crop productivity studies.
• High attention to detail with a rigorous approach to data review and validation.
• Ability to work independently in a remote, collaborative environment.