Agronomist/plant Nutrition Specialist

VineView uses highly specialized aerial-based spectral sensors, and a cloud-based image processing service to deliver ultra-high resolution aerial imagery and data insights to help agricultural operators monitor the health of their crop in real time.

**Responsibilities**
- Provide expertise and advise on general crop management (focus on fruit/nut trees and grapevines), with particular emphasis on fertilizer (specifically Nitrogen), soil, and water management.
- Carry out data modelling and analytics of agricultural data to optimize its use by VineView.
- Work with the R&D and Product Development teams to identify grower needs, research opportunities and identify potential marketable product.
- Assist in the development and implementation of R&D projects by providing insights into agronomic/agriculture field sampling techniques, data analysis and modeling.

**Required and Preferred Qualifications**
- Minimum bachelor's degree in Agronomy/Agriculture/Plant Science or related disciplines with at least 2 years of experience.
- MS degree in Agronomy or related field is preferred.
- Must have experience with data modelling and analysis as it applies to agricultural data, with the ability to integrate a variety of data types with spatial data. Experience with large data sets and statistical analysis preferred.
- Basic understanding and experience with spatial data and spatial software (QGIS) preferred.
- Be familiar with field sampling protocols and the necessary sampling equipment.
- Bilingual (English/French) a plus.
- Experience working with growers, researchers and other interest groups preferred.
- Understanding of irrigation systems and agricultural water management a plus.

**Salary**: $50,000.00-$100,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Work from home

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bedford, NS B4A 3Y4