Is being a soil or plant scientist a good fit for you?
Researches crops, trees and plants, including how to breed them and grow more of them.
What the work involves
- Shares research results with other professionals and the public, or teaches courses and workshops.
- Develops ways for farmers and foresters to look after soil.
- Advises farmers and landowners on using land, helping plants grow and preventing erosion.
- Runs experiments to develop better crop varieties, with higher yield, quality or disease resistance.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be curious and hands-on. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.
- Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
- Achievement. Progress, recognition, ambitious goals.
How much training it needs
Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
Answer quick questions about what you like doing and what keeps you going. We match you with roles from over 900 kinds of work, and you can see if a soil or plant scientist is one of yours.
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