Soil Health Research Scientist (Polokwane)

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 800.000 - 1.100.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical aid

Pension fund

Research allowances

Professional development

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Polokwane, Limpopo, is seeking an Agricultural Research Scientist specializing in Soil Science. The role involves designing and conducting innovative soil research to improve soil health, fertility, and environmental resilience for South African agriculture.

You will lead soil sampling, laboratory analyses, and field experiments, analyze data with R/SAS/SPSS, publish findings, and collaborate with researchers, extension agents, and industry partners.

Qualifikationen

• PhD in Soil Science or closely related field.
• Proven independent research with publications in reputable journals.
• Extensive experience in soil sampling and laboratory analyses.
• Experience with field experiments and soil-plant-environment interactions.
• Proficiency in statistical software and data management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel for field work and conferences.

Aufgaben

• Design, execute, and manage soil-focused research projects.
• Conduct lab analyses of soil samples.
• Plan and implement field experiments to evaluate soil management and crop responses.
• Process and statistically analyze data using software.
• Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals.
• Collaborate with researchers, extension agents, and industry partners.
• Contribute to grant writing and funding acquisition.
• Ensure safety and ethical guidelines.
• Stay updated with advancements in soil science.

Kenntnisse

Soil science

Research design

Statistical analysis

R/SAS/SPSS

Data management

Soil sampling

Field experiments

Scientific publishing

Communication

Travel willingness

Ausbildung

PhD in Soil Science

Tools

R

SAS

SPSS

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 in Polokwane, Limpopo, is seeking an Agricultural Research Scientist specializing in Soil Science. The role involves designing and conducting innovative soil research to improve soil health, fertility, and environmental resilience for South African agriculture.

You will lead soil sampling, laboratory analyses, and field experiments, analyze data with R/SAS/SPSS, publish findings, and collaborate with researchers, extension agents, and industry partners.