Types of Careers
Roles in Soil Science
There are a whole host of careers working with soil: some as specialist soil scientists and others where understanding soil forms a small part of the role.
There is a role working with soil for anyone who is interested in the natural world, climate change and the science of the things around them.
For those who choose a specialist soil science role, some are experts in a particular soil type, others may be experts in soil’s interaction with plants and animals.
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Soil science specialisms
For those who choose a specialist soil science role, some are experts in a particular soil type, others may be experts in soil’s interaction with plants and animals.
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Research & Teaching
There are opportunities for those with an interest in soil in a range of research and teaching roles.
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Consultancy
There are specialist consultancy roles which would suit anyone with a soil science background.
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Agriculture
There are opportunities for those with an interest in soil in a range of Agricultural roles.
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Government & Environmental
Can you solve complex problems? Are you good at understanding detailed information? Working with governments, Non-governmental organisations (NGO’s) or regulators could be for you.
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Construction & Landscaping
There are opportunities for those with an interest in soil in a range of Agricultural roles.
We have also been working with a group of employers to develop a Level 7 Soil Scientist Apprenticeship. The apprenticeship is with the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE) for review and it is expected that it will be delivered from mid-2024 onwards.