Remote Soil Scientist

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Flexible hours

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an accomplished Remote Soil Scientist to contribute to sustainable agriculture initiatives. You will analyze soil data from various locations, providing insights into soil health and management strategies in a fully remote role.

You will collaborate with field agronomists, environmental consultants, and data scientists to interpret soil profiles and recommend data-driven land-use approaches, supporting global food security and environmental sustainability.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Master's in Soil Science, Agronomy, or related environmental field.
• Extensive experience in soil analysis, interpretation, and reporting.
• Proficiency with soil laboratory techniques and data analysis software.
• Experience with GIS and remote sensing applications in agriculture.
• Strong understanding of soil chemistry, physics, and biology.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to work independently remotely.

Responsibilities

• Analyze soil sample data, including chemical, physical, and biological properties.
• Develop soil fertility recommendations and nutrient management plans for diverse agricultural systems.
• Conduct research on soil degradation, erosion, and conservation techniques.
• Interpret remote sensing and GIS data to assess soil characteristics over large areas.
• Prepare detailed technical reports and present findings to clients and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with research institutions and contribute to scientific publications.

Skills

Soil analysis

Data analysis

GIS

Remote sensing

Communication

Independent remote work

Education

Ph.D./MSc in Soil Science/Agronomy/Env Sci

Tools

GIS software

Soil lab techniques

Remote sensing tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Remote Soil Scientist to contribute to their innovative sustainable agriculture initiatives. In this fully remote position, you will analyze soil data from various locations, providing critical insights into soil health, fertility, and management strategies. Your expertise will guide the development of precision agriculture solutions and support environmental conservation efforts. You will collaborate with field agronomists, environmental consultants, and data scientists to interpret complex soil profiles and recommend data-driven approaches for optimizing land use and minimizing environmental impact. This is an exciting opportunity to leverage your scientific knowledge in a flexible, remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze soil sample data, including chemical, physical, and biological properties.
• Develop soil fertility recommendations and nutrient management plans for diverse agricultural systems.
• Conduct research on soil degradation, erosion, and conservation techniques.
• Interpret remote sensing and GIS data to assess soil characteristics over large areas.
• Prepare detailed technical reports and present findings to clients and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with research institutions and contribute to scientific publications.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Soil Science, Agronomy, or a related environmental science field.
• Extensive experience in soil analysis, interpretation, and reporting.
• Proficiency with soil laboratory techniques and data analysis software.
• Experience with GIS and remote sensing applications in agriculture.
• Strong understanding of soil chemistry, physics, and biology.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work independently remotely.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Generous budget for professional development, conferences, and continuing education.
• Opportunity to work on impactful projects related to global food security and environmental sustainability.