Remote Soil Scientist & Sustainable Agriculture Advisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote contractor engagement

Online learning resources access

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly qualified Remote Soil Scientist to advise South African agricultural enterprises on soil health, fertility management, and conservation. The role is fully remote, leveraging data analysis to create customized management plans and provide expert guidance on sustainable land use across the country.

The ideal candidate holds a Ph.D. or MSc in Soil Science and brings at least 8 years of experience in soil science, with strong knowledge of soil chemistry, physics, and

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Soil Science, Agronomy, or a closely related environmental science field.
• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in soil science, with a focus on agricultural applications.
• Demonstrated expertise in soil chemistry, physics, and biology.
• Proven experience interpreting soil test results and providing actionable recommendations.
• Strong understanding of sustainable and regenerative agriculture principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to articulate technical information.
• Proficiency in data analysis software and relevant scientific tools.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple remote projects.

Responsibilities

• Analyze soil samples and data from diverse agricultural regions to inform management plans.
• Develop scientifically sound recommendations for soil fertility, nutrient application, and amendments.
• Design soil conservation and erosion control strategies.
• Advise clients on sustainable farming practices including cover cropping and rotations.
• Prepare comprehensive soil health reports and management plans.
• Provide remote technical support and consultations to farmers and advisors.
• Stay current with soil science, agronomy, and sustainable agriculture research.
• Contribute to training materials and online soil health resources.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on R&D projects related to soil science.

Skills

Soil chemistry

Soil physics

Soil biology

Data analysis

GIS

Remote collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Soil Science

MSc in Soil Science

Tools

GIS software

R

Python

Job description

Placements24 seeks a highly qualified Remote Soil Scientist to advise South African agricultural enterprises on soil health, fertility management, and conservation. The role is fully remote, leveraging data analysis to create customized management plans and provide expert guidance on sustainable land use across the country.

The ideal candidate holds a Ph.D. or MSc in Soil Science and brings at least 8 years of experience in soil science, with strong knowledge of soil chemistry, physics, and