Soil Health Scientist - Field & Lab Research Lead

Placements24

Rustenburg

On-site

ZAR 600,000 - 900,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Access to research facilities

Conference attendance

Training programs

Pension fund contributions

Paid annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West, seeks an Agricultural Scientist specializing in Soil Health to lead soil analyses and field trials on-site. The role combines laboratory work with applied field research, guiding soil fertility strategies and sustainable farming practices.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's or PhD in Soil Science or related discipline with 5+ years in agricultural research, and has proven experience in data analysis, scientific writing, and collaborating with farmers and

Qualifications

Master's or PhD in Soil Science, Agronomy, Agricultural Chemistry, or related field.
At least 5 years in agricultural research with a focus on soil science.
Experience with soil sample analyses and result interpretation.
Ability to design, conduct, and manage field trials.
Strong data analysis, statistics, and scientific writing.
Experience with lab equipment and analytical techniques.

Responsibilities

Conduct laboratory analyses of soil samples for nutrients, pH, and organic matter.
Design and run field experiments on fertilizers and soil amendments.
Monitor soil microbial activity and biodiversity.
Develop sustainable soil management practices to improve fertility.
Analyze data, write reports and research papers.
Collaborate with scientists, agronomists, and farmers to share findings.
Maintain safety protocols in the lab.
Assist in grant writing and project proposals.
Provide soil-related guidance to stakeholders.