How do they match: Soil and Plant Scientists

  • Technical Agronomist
  • Agronomy Manager
  • Agronomy Research Manager
  • Soil Technician

  • Conduct research in breeding, physiology, production, yield, and management of crops and agricultural plants or trees, shrubs, and nursery stock, their growth in soils, and control of pests; or study the chemical, physical, biological, and mineralogical composition of soils as they relate to plant or crop growth. May classify and map soils and investigate effects of alternative practices on soil and crop productivity.

  • Consult with engineers or other technical personnel working on construction projects about the effects of soil problems and possible solutions to these problems.
  • Develop improved measurement techniques, soil conservation methods, soil sampling devices, or related technology.
  • Develop methods of conserving or managing soil that can be applied by farmers or forestry companies.
  • Investigate responses of soils to specific management practices to determine the use capabilities of soils and the effects of alternative practices on soil productivity.
  • Plan or supervise waste management programs for composting or farming.
  • Research technical requirements or environmental impacts of urban green spaces, such as green roof installations.

  • Advise others about environmental management or conservation.
  • Advise others about land management or conservation.
  • Collaborate with technical specialists to resolve design or development problems.
  • Direct natural resources management or conservation programs.
  • Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.
  • Research crop management methods.