Remote Senior Agronomist - Innovation Leader

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Access to cutting-edge research tools

Home office setup allowance

401(k) matching program

Flexible working hours

Remote work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Senior Agronomist to join our agricultural technology team. This fully remote role offers the flexibility to work from anywhere in South Africa, focusing on innovative agronomic strategies, data analytics, and sustainable farming.

You will lead research projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior staff, and publish findings, helping optimize crop yields while safeguarding environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Agronomy, Crop Science, Soil Science, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive agronomic research experience.
• Proven track record managing complex research projects.
• Strong statistics knowledge and software (R, SAS).
• Experience with precision agriculture technologies (GPS, VRT, remote sensing).
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to work remotely.
• Publishing experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute research projects on crop physiology, soil health, and precision ag.
• Analyze field trial and sensor data to derive actionable crop management insights.
• Develop sustainable farming recommendations for nutrient, irrigation, and pest management.
• Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and product managers to apply agronomic insights.
• Prepare technical reports, publications, and presentations.
• Mentor junior agronomists and research assistants.
• Stay updated on regulatory guidelines and environmental standards.

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Senior Agronomist to join our agricultural technology team. This fully remote role offers the flexibility to work from anywhere in South Africa, focusing on innovative agronomic strategies, data analytics, and sustainable farming.

You will lead research projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior staff, and publish findings, helping optimize crop yields while safeguarding environmental standards.