Remote Senior Agronomist: Data-Driven Crop Specialist

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Fully remote with flexible hours

Home office stipend and professional发展

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Agronomist for a fully remote role across South Africa. You will leverage cutting-edge technology to advise clients on crop production, soil health, and pest management, guiding sustainable farming practices nationwide.

The role emphasizes data analysis, strong communication with diverse stakeholders, and staying ahead of agricultural advancements to optimize farming operations and adoption of innovative solutions.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Agronomy, Soil Science, Crop Science, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in agronomic consulting or crop management.
• Ability to analyze complex agri-data and translate into actionable advice.
• Strong understanding of sustainable farming, soil chemistry, and plant physiology.
• Proficiency with agricultural software, GIS, and remote sensing technologies.
• Excellent virtual communication, presentation, and client-relations skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop agronomic plans for crops, soils, and climate conditions.
• Perform soil analysis, nutrient planning, and irrigation recommendations.
• Advise on pest/disease management, including IPM techniques.
• Use remote sensing data and software to monitor crop health.
• Provide expert consultation and training via virtual platforms.
• Stay updated on research, tech, and regulatory changes.

Skills

Agronomy

Soil science

Data analysis

GIS

Remote sensing

Client communication

Education

Master's or PhD in Agronomy/Soil Science/C crop Science

Tools

GIS software

Remote sensing tools

Farm mgmt software

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Agronomist for a fully remote role across South Africa. You will leverage cutting-edge technology to advise clients on crop production, soil health, and pest management, guiding sustainable farming practices nationwide.

The role emphasizes data analysis, strong communication with diverse stakeholders, and staying ahead of agricultural advancements to optimize farming operations and adoption of innovative solutions.