Soil Scientist

Crossing Hurdles
Full-time South-Africa, South-Africa Other-General
Posted:
March 02, 2026
Location:
South-Africa, South-Africa, South-Africa

Job Description

Position:
Soil and Plant Scientist

Type:
Hourly contract

Compensation:
$55–$104/hour

Location:
Remote

Commitment:
10–40 hours/week

Role Responsibilities

  • Provide domain expertise to improve AI models related to soil and plant sciences.
  • Review, annotate, and validate datasets for scientific accuracy and relevance.
  • Translate research in soil science and plant physiology into structured inputs for AI training.
  • Collaborate with AI engineers to refine model outputs using agronomy best practices.
  • Develop practical scenarios around crop yield, soil management, and pest control.
  • Identify gaps or inconsistencies in AI outputs and recommend improvements.

Requirements

  • Advanced degree in Soil Science, Plant Science, Agronomy, or a related field.
  • Experience in soil analysis, crop physiology, breeding, or plant management research.
  • Strong written an...

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Job Overview

Job Type: Full-time
Location: South-Africa, South-Africa
Posted: March 02, 2026
Deadline: April 11, 2026