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Soil Scientist

Conduct soil sample tests and analyze compositions to support sustainable land use and inform strategic environmental recommendations.

45 000 – 120 000 USD ($)
Average salary / year
Bachelor's degree
Education level
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Automation level
Low
Difficulty
Moderate
Employability
4 years
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Rare
Automation level
Low
Difficulty
Moderate
Employability
4 years
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Rare
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Compensation

GROSS ANNUAL SALARY

Junior
0–2 years of experience
45 000 – 60 000 USD/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
60 000 – 85 000 USD/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
85 000 – 120 000 USD/ year

Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.

Entering the profession — United States

Entry is generally through relevant undergraduate degrees and internships.

Certifications can improve employability.

Training — United States

Soil Scientists typically complete a bachelor's degree in soil science or related fields.

Advanced degrees can enhance career prospects.

The job market — United States

Employment is found mainly in environmental consulting, agriculture, and government agencies focusing on soil and environmental management.

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How to become a Soil Scientist?

How to train for this job

Programmes suggested by Ulydia to enter this profession.

Plant Sciences
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Plant Sciences
Iowa State UniversityAmes
Bachelor's
Soil Sciences
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Soil Sciences
University of FloridaGainesville
Master's
Agricultural Production Operations
00
Agricultural Production Operations
Coalinga CollegeCoalinga
Associate's
Agriculture, General
00
Agriculture, General
Blinn CollegeBrenham
Associate's

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