Remote Senior Soil Scientist - Soil Health Stewardship

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Bonuses

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Development opportunities

Conference attendance

Flexible work location

Advanced analytical tools

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 seeks a Senior Soil Scientist to lead research and land-management initiatives from a remote setting. You will analyze soil properties, design health assessment programs, and advise on fertilization and amendments to enhance productivity and sustainability.

The role requires a PhD in soil science with 7+ years of experience and strong GIS/remote-sensing skills. You will collaborate with agronomists and farmers, publish findings, and contribute to policy recommendations while working

Qualifikationen

• PhD in Soil Science or related field with soil specialization.
• Minimum 7 years in soil science research, consulting, or land management.
• Strong knowledge of soil physics, chemistry, biology and fertility management.
• Proficient with soil analysis methods, lab procedures, and data interpretation.
• Experience with GIS and remote sensing in agriculture.

Aufgaben

• Conduct advanced analysis of soil samples to determine physical, chemical, and biological properties.
• Develop and implement soil health assessment and monitoring programs.
• Design soil management strategies including fertilization, liming, and amendments.
• Advise on soil conservation, erosion control and water management best practices.
• Use GIS/remote sensing to map soil types and inform decisions.
• Collaborate with agronomists and farmers to troubleshoot soil issues.

Kenntnisse

Soil physics

Soil chemistry

Soil biology

GIS analysis

Data interpretation

Ausbildung

PhD in Soil Science

7+ years in soil science research/land management

Tools

GIS software

Remote sensing

Soil analysis techniques

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 seeks a Senior Soil Scientist to lead research and land-management initiatives from a remote setting. You will analyze soil properties, design health assessment programs, and advise on fertilization and amendments to enhance productivity and sustainability.

The role requires a PhD in soil science with 7+ years of experience and strong GIS/remote-sensing skills. You will collaborate with agronomists and farmers, publish findings, and contribute to policy recommendations while working