Terradot is hiring a Junior Field Scientist to support field operations and research trials in Assis - SP. In this role, you will assist with data collection and organization for soil, water, climate, and crop performance, and help maintain experimental equipment.
What You'll Do
- Support field science activities in commercial fields and R&D experimental pilots and help implement agricultural trials and experiments.
- Assist with data collection and organization related to soil porewater, climate conditions, rock powder and crop performance (biomass and yield).
- Help install, maintain, and monitor field equipment (e.g., soil sensors, lysimeters, weather stations).
- Prepare soil, water, rock and crop samples for laboratory shipment.
- Follow scientific protocols and accurately record field activities.
- Communicate with scientists and project managers in basic technical English, with support from the team.
- Work collaboratively with field and science teams.
What We're Looking For
- Master's degree (or bachelor's with strong experience) in Agronomy, Soil Science, Environmental Sciences, Geosciences, or a related field.
- Previous experience in fieldwork on agricultural trials.
- Basic understanding of field data collection related to soil, soil pore water, and crops.
- Ability to read and write basic technical English.
- Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and commitment to data quality.
- Valid driver's license and availability to travel to rural field sites frequently (70% of the time).
Nice to Have
- Hold an MSc degree in Agricultural Sciences, Agricultural Engineering, Soil Science or related fields.
- Familiarity with field equipment and sensor calibration.
- Familiarity with the interpretation of soil and agronomic data.
Work Mode
This is an onsite role located in Assis – SP.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
