Remote Lead Agronomist — Crop Tech & AI Innovation

Placements24; Benoni; Híbrido; ZAR 3.046.000 - 5.415.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Stock options may be available

Fully remote work setup

Competitive executive-level salary + 1

Professional development opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 seeks a highly experienced Lead Agronomist to spearhead crop innovation and technology initiatives in a fully remote, international role. You will lead a dispersed team of agronomists and researchers, driving precision farming, AI analytics, and advanced crop monitoring systems to improve yields and sustainability worldwide.

The role requires a Ph.D. or Master’s in Agronomy with 10+ years in the field, including 5+ in leadership.

Formación

• Ph.D. or Master’s in Agronomy or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive agronomy experience, 5+ in leadership.
• Experience with precision agriculture, data analytics, and AI in agriculture.
• Proven track record leading R&D projects and bringing innovations to market.
• Deep knowledge of crop physiology, soil science, pest management, and sustainable farming.
• Exceptional leadership and remote-team mentorship skills.
• Outstanding communication and remote collaboration abilities.
• Proficiency in data analysis software and agriculture platforms.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and mentor a team of agronomists and researchers.
• Oversee R&D on precision agriculture, AI, IoT, and sensing technologies.
• Develop strategies to improve yields, quality, and resilience through technology.
• Analyze large datasets from satellites, sensors, and farm management software.
• Collaborate with product teams to integrate agronomic expertise into new offerings.
• Stay at the forefront of agricultural technology trends and identify opportunities.
• Conduct field trials and pilot programs to validate technologies and practices.
• Communicate findings to stakeholders and leadership.
• Contribute to scientific publications and conference presentations.
• Align activities with sustainable and efficient agriculture.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Data analytics

AI in agriculture

Remote communication

Educación

PhD in Agronomy

Master’s in Agronomy

Herramientas

Data analysis software

Satellite imaging tools

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 seeks a highly experienced Lead Agronomist to spearhead crop innovation and technology initiatives in a fully remote, international role. You will lead a dispersed team of agronomists and researchers, driving precision farming, AI analytics, and advanced crop monitoring systems to improve yields and sustainability worldwide.

The role requires a Ph.D. or Master’s in Agronomy with 10+ years in the field, including 5+ in leadership.