Soil Scientist Resume
Summary : As a Soil Scientist, responsible for providing on-site technical assistance to agency personnel and the public on the interpretation and application of soil survey information related to specific soil, water, air, plant, and animal resource concerns.
Skills : Fieldwork, Laboratory Techniques.
Description :
- Supervised soil salvage and stockpile activities.
- Completed reclamation planning, earthworks supervision, monitoring, Detailed Site Assessments, and reclamation applications.
- Provided input into the planning of programs based on gained knowledge and experience.
- Provided mentorship and training of junior soil scientists.
- Assisted Project Managers in all aspects of project planning and execution.
- Coordinated the procurement of project supplies and supervised contractor services.
- Oversaw on-site safety programs and completed associated documentation.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Soil Science
Soil Scientist Resume
Summary : As a Soil Scientist, assisted in the preparation of area-wide plans of operation, business plans, budget plans, long-range plans, and training plans related to soil survey technical services.
Skills : GIS, Data Analysis.
Description :
- Completed environmental assessments (wetlands, grasslands, aquatics, and soils).
- Observed and adaptively managed communication with various on-site construction teams.
- Planned, developed, and provided training in soil science and the use of soil survey information to NRCS and non-NRCS audiences.
- Led, organized, guided, and developed fact sheets, job sheets, technical notes, and other publications to address local, regional, and statewide soil issues.
- Served as a technical soil specialist for highly erodible land, wetland conservation, and conservation compliance.
- Transferred methods from research projects to routine frontline diagnostics following a process that ensures new assays are validated and fit for purpose.
- Scheduled geotechnical and chemical testing on soils and communication with the laboratory.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Agronomy
Soil Scientist Resume
Summary : As a Soil Scientist, responsible for assigned molecular projects with a particular focus within the Entomology discipline. Planned experiments, undertaking validation and implementation of plant pest diagnostics, using a range of molecular diagnostic tools (real-time PCR, LAMP).
Skills : Communication, Problem-solving.
Description :
- Collected, assessed, and examined samples.
- Analyzed and interpreted data.
- Modeled information using specialist computer applications and prepared reports, maps, and publications.
- Advised professionals in related fields, such as archaeologists and hydrologists.
- Recorded and presented findings.
- Kept up to date with developments in soil science and relevant legislation or environmental issues.
- Provided advice on rural or urban land use.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science
Soil Scientist Resume
Objective : As a Soil Scientist, analyzed soil samples to provide information about their quality and structure for construction, agricultural, government, industrial, and scientific staff.
Skills : Knowledge of Environmental Regulations.
Description :
- Performed chemical analysis on micro-organism content of the soil to determine microbial reactions and chemical mineralogical relationship to plant growth.
- Investigated responses of specific soil types to soil management practices, such as fertilization, crop rotation, and industrial waste control.
- Conducted experiments on farms or experimental stations to determine the best soil types for different plants.
- Initiated and implemented research and development programs for soil research.
- Prepared documented proposals and successfully established research trials.
- Regularly communicated with relevant industry sectors and initiated well-targeted research projects.
- Met the company requirements for trial planning and operation of research projects.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Soil Science
Soil Scientist Resume
Summary : As a Soil Scientist, analyzed the characteristics of soil, and the different soil types, and researched the ability to survive in differentiated conditions. Responsible for the study of soil structure, properties, chemical compensations, and the different stages of transformations that soil goes through.
Skills : Plant and Crop Knowledge.
Description :
- Managed trial establishment and collection of data.
- Budgeted for research work and provided management reporting in regard to trial/research progress.
- Produced maps of soil types and their distribution.
- Monitored or supervised laboratory research.
- Conducted laboratory analysis of soil samples and research experiments.
- Completed paperwork and catalog findings.
- Wrote research reports and made presentations on findings, including scientific research papers and non-scientific client reports.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Consultant
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Agronomy
Soil Scientist Resume
Summary : As a Soil Scientist, researched or studied soil characteristics, mapped soil types, and investigated responses of soils to known management practices to determine the use capabilities of soils and the effects of alternative practices on soil productivity.
Skills : Presentation and Report-writing skills.
Description :
- Integrated soil science knowledge into aspects of land management and ecosystems.
- Communicated research or project results to other professionals or the public or teach related courses, seminars, or workshops.
- Developed new or improved methods or products for controlling or eliminating weeds, crop diseases, or insect pests.
- Developed environmentally safe methods or products for controlling or eliminating weeds, crop diseases, or pests.
- Investigated soil problems or poor water quality to determine sources and effects.
- Conducted experiments investigating how soil forms, changes, or interacts with land-based ecosystems or living organisms.
- Conducted research to determine the best methods of planting, spraying, cultivating, harvesting, storing, processing, or transporting horticultural products.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Agronomy
Soil Scientist Resume
Summary : As a Soil Scientist, responsible for conducting experiments to develop new or improved varieties of field crops, focusing on characteristics such as yield, quality, disease resistance, nutritional value, or adaptation to specific soils or climates.
Skills : Knowledge of the chemical, Physical.
Description :
- Investigated responses of soils to specific management practices to determine the effects of alternative practices on the environment.
- Developed methods of conserving or managing soil that can be applied by farmers or forestry companies.
- Studied ways to improve agricultural sustainability, such as the use of new methods of composting.
- Investigated responses of soils to specific management practices to determine the use capabilities of soils and the effects of alternative practices on soil productivity.
- Identified degraded or contaminated soils and developed plans to improve their chemical, biological, or physical characteristics.
- Developed ways of altering soils to suit different types of plants.
- Evaluated and interpreted soil and soil-related data.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science
Soil Scientist Resume
Objective : As a Soil Scientist, provided information or recommendations to farmers or other landowners regarding ways in which they can best use land, promote plant growth, or avoid or correct problems such as erosion.
Skills : Data collection and analysis.
Description :
- Performed extensive research on soil morphology and soil forming factors, soil chemistry, soil physics, and soil biology.
- Investigated soils for application of wastes in a variety of forms, including non-hazardous process wastes (residue and sludge management) and more distinct engineering and suitability of sites for on-site disposal of residential waste.
- Researched soil systems and soil management by both public and private institutions.
- Evaluated soils as they relate to natural resource management, including forest soils, wetlands, environmental endangerment assessments, ecological evaluations, and archeological sites.
- Managed soils for land enhancement such as in landscape design, mine reclamation, and site restoration.
- Assessed soil for environmental hazards, including hazardous waste sites that involve soil investigation techniques, evaluation of chemical fate and transport phenomena, and suitable remediation alternatives.
- Regulated the use of land and soil resources by private and public interests.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science
Soil Scientist Resume
Objective : As a Soil Scientist, responsible for evaluating and interpreting soils in order to understand soil resources and how they contribute to agricultural production, environmental quality, and human health.
Skills : Research, Logical thinking.
Description :
- Managed soils for agricultural purposes, forest products, and erosion control.
- Modified nutrient and water availability.
- Managed soils for the protection of human affairs.
- Evaluated soil conditions and helped farmers, builders, and environmentalists decide how best to take advantage of local soils.
- Consulted with engineers and other technical personnel working on construction projects about the effects of, and solutions to, soil problems.
- Served as farm advisors, crop consultants, or representatives of agricultural companies.
- Researched soil characteristics and mapped soil types.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Agronomy
Soil Scientist Resume
Objective : As a Soil Scientist, responsible for operating in the private sector and working for commercial environmental consultancies typically earn more than their counterparts employed by public sector bodies or voluntary organizations.
Skills : Knowledge of agricultural techniques and principles.
Description :
- Performed chemical analysis on microorganism content of soil.
- Investigated responses of specific soil types to known soil management practices.
- Conducted experiments on farms or experimental stations to determine the best soil types for different plants.
- Initiated and implemented soil research and development programs.
- Prepared proposals and applications to successfully establish and fund research trials.
- Communicated with relevant industry sectors to initiate industry-relevant research projects.
- Managed trial data collection and analyzed data once collected.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Agronomy
