How do they match: Soil and Plant Scientists

  • Technical Agronomist
  • Soil Technician
  • Soil Physical Chemistry Professor

  • 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.
  • Identify degraded or contaminated soils and develop plans to improve their chemical, biological, or physical characteristics.
  • Perform chemical analyses of the microorganism content of soils to determine microbial reactions or chemical mineralogical relationships to plant growth.
  • Research technical requirements or environmental impacts of urban green spaces, such as green roof installations.

  • Collaborate with technical specialists to resolve design or development problems.
  • Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.