Soil Research Officer

Soil Research Officer

Sentek Pty Ltd is an international market leader of the provision of soil moisture, salinity and temperature sensors, data transmission and a cloud-based irrigation management software.

Sentek was founded in 1991 by a number of individuals who formed a company to commercialize soil moisture-sensing technology for use in agriculture, viticulture, horticulture and other industries. Over the last 33 years Sentek has been involved in soil moisture advancements and research to better assist the farming community of both Australia and the rest of the world. The team at Sentek has extensive experience in soil moisture research with an extensive list of published papers. Sentek are principally a manufacturer of soil moisture technology and has built a global distributor network that commenced in Australia and has expanded around the world. The new role aims at supporting the Sentek business.

You will be involved in all aspects of research and development relating to soil science and plant interactions. We have a number of exciting new projects that we are working on as part of our ongoing commitment to soil / plant / water understanding. 

The role will include conducting field-based research, including installation, testing, laboratory work, collection and collation of data, literature reviews, and assisting our senior research scientist to advance our project outcomes. You will also be involved in developing training material for our Learning Platform and assist the Agronomy team as required. The role may require you to travel, based on project aims and a current drivers license would be required.

If you think this is an exciting opportunity for you and have a Bachelors degree (or near complete) with a background in soil science, horticulture, agronomy, agriculture or associated discipline and believe you have the skills required, please send CV and cover letter by email mintervera@sentek.com.au to apply for this position.