Remote Senior Agronomist: Data-Driven Crop Strategy Lead

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first culture

Health insurance

Professional development

Flexible schedule

Access to latest agri-tech tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Agronomist Specialist to join a remote-first team focused on advancing agricultural technology from a home office. The role emphasizes crop science, soil health, pest management, and sustainable farming practices across diverse crops with cross-functional collaboration in a virtual environment.

The ideal candidate has 7–10 years of agronomy experience, strong data analysis and IPM knowledge, and proficiency with precision agriculture tools.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Agronomy, Crop Science, Soil Science, or a related field.
• 7–10 years of progressive agronomy experience with hands-on field work.
• Expertise in crop modeling, statistics, and interpreting complex agronomic data.
• Experience with precision agriculture and related software platforms.
• Strong knowledge of IPM and sustainable farming practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research on crop physiology, soil science, and environmental factors affecting productivity.
• Develop and implement comprehensive agronomic plans for diverse crops and regional specificities.
• Provide expert guidance to farm managers on irrigation, fertilization, pest and disease control, and harvest strategies.
• Utilize data analytics and farm management software to monitor performance and optimize resources.
• Stay updated on agricultural technology, sustainable practices, and regulatory changes.
• Collaborate with R&D to test new products, technologies, and cultivation techniques.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations for stakeholders.
• Mentor junior agronomists and train on advanced agronomic principles.

Skills

Crop science

Data analysis

Precision agriculture

IPM knowledge

Education

Master's or PhD in Agronomy / Crop Science / Soil Science

Tools

Farm management software

Crop modeling software

Statistical analysis tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Agronomist Specialist to join a remote-first team focused on advancing agricultural technology from a home office. The role emphasizes crop science, soil health, pest management, and sustainable farming practices across diverse crops with cross-functional collaboration in a virtual environment.

The ideal candidate has 7–10 years of agronomy experience, strong data analysis and IPM knowledge, and proficiency with precision agriculture tools.