218 Lead Agronomist Remote jobs in Kenya
Lead Agronomist - Remote Crop Management and Sustainability
Posted 20 days ago
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Lead Agronomist - Remote
Posted 20 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute comprehensive agronomic plans tailored to specific crops and local conditions.
- Conduct soil analysis and provide recommendations for fertilization and soil amendment.
- Advise on integrated pest and disease management strategies.
- Oversee irrigation planning and management for optimal water usage.
- Research and introduce new crop varieties and agricultural technologies.
- Monitor crop growth and health, identifying and addressing potential issues proactively.
- Provide technical support and training to farm managers and staff.
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and sustainable farming practices.
- Analyze field trial data and recommend adjustments to cultivation methods.
- Collaborate with research institutions and industry experts to stay at the forefront of agronomic science.
- Prepare detailed reports on crop performance, resource utilization, and project progress.
- Manage budgets related to agronomic inputs and operations.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in agricultural science, a deep understanding of plant physiology, soil science, and a proven ability to manage complex agricultural operations. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills are essential for guiding teams remotely. You will be pivotal in driving agricultural innovation and sustainability for the organization. This role offers the chance to make a significant contribution to agricultural advancement through remote collaboration and expertise.
Lead Agronomist - Remote Consultancy
Posted 19 days ago
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Lead Agronomist - Remote Advisory
Posted 20 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Provide remote agronomic consultations and recommendations to farmers and agricultural businesses.
- Develop customized crop management plans, including fertilization, irrigation, and pest/disease control strategies.
- Analyze soil samples, crop health data, and environmental factors to optimize farm productivity.
- Advise on the implementation of sustainable and precision agriculture techniques.
- Stay informed about the latest agricultural research, technologies, and best practices.
- Create educational content and resources for farmers accessible through digital platforms.
- Collaborate with clients to troubleshoot production challenges and implement solutions.
- Contribute to the development of company's digital advisory platform and services.
- Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Agriculture, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in agronomy and crop production management.
- In-depth knowledge of plant physiology, soil science, and integrated pest management.
- Experience with precision agriculture technologies and farm management software.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and diagnostic skills.
- Excellent communication and client advisory skills, adaptable to virtual environments.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple client engagements remotely.
Lead Agronomist - Remote Consultation
Posted 20 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Provide remote expert consultation on crop management, soil health, and plant nutrition.
- Diagnose crop issues (pests, diseases, nutrient deficiencies) and recommend solutions.
- Develop customized crop management plans based on client needs and environmental factors.
- Advise on best practices for irrigation, fertilization, and pest control.
- Interpret soil analysis reports and provide recommendations for soil improvement.
- Stay updated on the latest agricultural research, technologies, and best practices.
- Educate clients on sustainable farming methods and resource management.
- Utilize data analysis tools and remote sensing technologies where applicable.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with a diverse client base.
- Document consultation findings and recommendations thoroughly.
- Master's degree or Ph.D. in Agronomy, Crop Science, Soil Science, or a related agricultural field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in practical agronomy or agricultural consulting.
- Proven expertise in crop physiology, soil science, plant pathology, and entomology.
- Experience with precision agriculture technologies and data analysis is highly desirable.
- Excellent analytical, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
- Proficiency in using virtual communication and collaboration tools.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritize client needs.
- Knowledge of a wide range of crops and agricultural systems.
Lead Agronomist - Remote Consulting
Posted 17 days ago
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Lead Agronomist - Remote Sensing
Posted 18 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Develop and deploy remote sensing techniques for crop health monitoring, disease detection, and stress analysis.
- Process and analyze large datasets from satellite imagery (e.g., Sentinel, Landsat) and drone surveys.
- Create high-resolution vegetation indices and other relevant geospatial layers.
- Integrate remote sensing data with ground-truth measurements for model calibration and validation.
- Develop predictive models for crop yield, soil moisture, and nutrient status.
- Design and implement algorithms for automated anomaly detection and issue identification.
- Collaborate with software engineers and data scientists to build scalable data processing pipelines.
- Provide expert agronomic advice based on remote sensing analysis to clients.
- Stay current with advancements in remote sensing technologies, GIS, and agricultural science.
- Train and mentor junior team members in remote sensing techniques and data analysis.
- Contribute to the company's research and development efforts in precision agriculture.
- Develop and maintain documentation for data processing workflows and analytical methodologies.
- Present findings and insights to diverse audiences, including farmers, researchers, and industry partners.
- Evaluate and recommend new sensors, software, and analytical tools.
- Ensure the quality and accuracy of all geospatial data and derived products.
- PhD or Master's degree in Agronomy, Soil Science, Remote Sensing, Geography, or a related field with a strong emphasis on geospatial technologies.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in applying remote sensing and GIS techniques to agriculture.
- Demonstrated expertise in image processing software (e.g., ENVI, ERDAS IMAGINE) and GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS).
- Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in geospatial analysis (e.g., Python with libraries like GDAL, Rasterio, Scikit-learn).
- Experience with cloud computing platforms (e.g., Google Earth Engine, AWS) for large-scale data processing.
- Strong understanding of crop physiology, soil science, and agronomic principles.
- Experience with machine learning techniques for classification and regression analysis.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical information into practical advice.
- Proven ability to work independently and lead projects in a remote setting.
- Experience in developing and validating predictive agricultural models.
- Familiarity with different types of agricultural drones and sensor payloads.
- A passion for sustainable agriculture and food security.
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Lead Agronomist - Remote Advisory Services
Posted 20 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Develop and refine best-practice agronomic recommendations for a variety of crops, tailored to diverse agro-climatic zones.
- Analyze farm data (soil, weather, satellite imagery, sensor data) to provide actionable insights and guidance to farmers remotely.
- Design and manage pilot programs for new agricultural technologies and techniques.
- Create educational content, webinars, and training materials for farmers and agricultural extension workers.
- Collaborate with product development teams to integrate agronomic expertise into digital tools and platforms.
- Conduct virtual field assessments and diagnostic troubleshooting for complex crop issues.
- Monitor crop health, nutrient deficiencies, and pest/disease outbreaks using remote sensing technologies.
- Advise on sustainable farming practices, including water management, soil health improvement, and integrated pest management (IPM).
- Stay updated on the latest agricultural research, trends, and innovations globally.
- Mentor and guide a team of remote agronomists and support staff.
Qualifications:
- Ph.D. or Master's degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Horticulture, or a closely related field.
- A minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience in crop management, field research, or agronomic consulting.
- Demonstrated expertise in data analysis, statistical modeling, and interpretation of agricultural data.
- Proven experience with remote sensing tools, GIS, and precision agriculture technologies.
- Excellent understanding of plant physiology, soil science, and pest/disease management.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to a non-technical audience.
- Experience in developing and delivering online training or advisory services is highly desirable.
- Strong project management skills and the ability to work independently.
- Proficiency in relevant software packages (e.g., R, Python for data analysis, Agisoft Metashape, ENVI).
- A passion for sustainable agriculture and using technology to empower farmers.
Lead Agronomist - Remote Crop Science
Posted 11 days ago
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Lead Agronomist - Remote Research
Posted 11 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Design and manage agricultural research trials, including experimental design, plot layout, and data collection protocols.
- Analyze field data to assess the impact of various agricultural inputs, practices, and technologies on crop performance.
- Develop and recommend best practices for crop management, soil fertility, pest and disease control.
- Interpret complex datasets using statistical software and other analytical tools to draw actionable conclusions.
- Contribute to the development of new crop varieties and agricultural technologies.
- Provide technical expertise and guidance on agronomic challenges to internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Stay current with advancements in agronomy, plant breeding, precision agriculture, and sustainable farming.
- Author research reports, scientific publications, and presentations for conferences.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including plant breeders, data scientists, and field operations managers.
- Oversee the research budget and ensure efficient use of resources.
- Mentor junior agronomists and research assistants.
- Evaluate new tools and technologies for improving agricultural efficiency and sustainability.
- Ph.D. or Master's degree in Agronomy, Plant Science, Soil Science, Agricultural Engineering, or a closely related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in agricultural research and development, with a focus on crop management and optimization.
- Demonstrated experience in experimental design and statistical analysis of agricultural data.
- Proficiency in relevant software for data analysis (e.g., R, SAS, SPSS) and agricultural modeling.
- In-depth knowledge of plant physiology, soil science, entomology, and pathology.
- Experience with precision agriculture techniques and technologies is highly desirable.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to disseminate research findings effectively.
- Proven ability to lead research projects and work independently in a remote setting.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to scientific inquiry.
- Passion for advancing agricultural science and promoting sustainable food production.
- Experience in managing remote research teams or coordinating field trials across different locations is a plus.