Remote Senior Agronomist: Data-Driven Crop & Soil Expert

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Laptop provided

Mobile data/allowance

Performance bonuses

Professional development

Generous vacation

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Agronomist for a fully remote role within South Africa. You will advise on soil health, crop management, and data-driven strategies to optimize yields across regions, leveraging GIS and remote sensing tools. Strong communication and project leadership are essential for remote advisory work.

The role emphasizes independent work, travel for site visits as needed, and ongoing collaboration with farmers and researchers to advance sustainable farming practices.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Agronomy, Plant Science, Soil Science, or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in agronomy with crop management and soil science.
• Expertise in remote sensing, GIS, and agricultural data analysis software.

Responsibilities

• Conduct soil analyses and develop tailored fertilization plans.
• Advise on crop selection, planting, IPM, and harvesting strategies.
• Use remote sensing data to monitor crop health and predict issues.

Skills

Remote sensing

GIS

Data analysis

Crop management

Soil science

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Agronomy/Plant/Soil Science

PhD in Agronomy/Plant Science (preferred)

Tools

GIS software

Statistical analysis software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Agronomist for a fully remote role within South Africa. You will advise on soil health, crop management, and data-driven strategies to optimize yields across regions, leveraging GIS and remote sensing tools. Strong communication and project leadership are essential for remote advisory work.

The role emphasizes independent work, travel for site visits as needed, and ongoing collaboration with farmers and researchers to advance sustainable farming practices.