Sector
Agriculture
Keyword

Soil Laboratory Assistant , Soil Technician

Minimum ? Preferably Bachelor's degree in Soil Science or Agricultural Science

Will be updated

The tasks a Laboratory Assistant, Soil is expected to perform include:Setting up apparatus and equipment to conduct routine soil tests in laboratory

Determining soil characteristics to correct soil defects and raise fertility

Assisting Soil Scientist or Chemist as required

Collecting samples of required type of soil

Getting the samples dried in oven

Ensuring the sieving of soil for required size and weight

Determining properties of soil such as strength, permeability, water or nitrogen content, etc.Adding or eliminating chemicals and salts from soil as directed by soil technologist or chemist to render better yield

Maintaining record of reading or observations for calculations and reference purposes

Preparing standard chemicals and solutions required for testing samples

Skilled in soil testing techniques and experiments

Efficient in determining the suitability of soil for agricultural purposes

Knowledge of soil properties and composition

Proficient in surveying, writing reports, maintaining databases in labs, as well as in the field

Efficient in solving every query of the farmer regarding condition of their soil

Knowledge of the latest developments in soil testing and land appraisal techniques

Will be updated

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Physically fit

Good communication skills

Analytical skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Result-oriented

Time management

Organizational skills

It is not a desk job

Work from home option is not available

Part-time work and contractual jobs maybe available

Local travelling is part of the job

Supervising a team of entry level technicians or assistants is required

Working hours

Working is 9 hours everyday for 6 days a week

Overtime maybe required

Shift system is not available

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?Yes

This job is considered mildly hazardous or dangerous

Health risks include exposure to extreme temperatures, dust, pesticides, chemicals, frequent use of lab equipment and substances, etc.Occupational hazards include physical strain due to travel and lifting of heavy soil samples, injury to body while using machinery, sharp tools,etc.

For freshers ? INR 15,000 to INR 25,000 per month For candidates with experience of 3 to 7 years ? INR 32,000 to INR 65,000 per month (These figures are indicative and subject to change)

Growth of Agricultural Activities in India

According to a report by NSDC, agriculture and allied activities accounts for about 15.7 % of country?s GDP and is estimated to employ about 124.7 million people as cultivators and 106.8 million as agricultural labour (Census 2001).

According to the Department of Agriculture & Cooperation Ministry of Agriculture, Government of India, a study of the soil profile is important from crop husbandry point of view, since it reveals the surface and the sub-surface characteristic and qualities namely, depth, texture, structure, drainage conditions and soil moisture relationship which directly affect the plant growth. Owing to the different types of soil that are spread across the coastal areas as well as hilly terrains of India, the procedures aimed at determining its fertility have gained high importance. Considering the continuous growth and expansion of the agricultural activities in the Indian scenario, a continuous rise in employment opportunities for Laboratory Assistants, Soil is expected.

Government institutes for agriculture research

Private agricultural institutes and laboratories

Farms across India

Job openings are available in Akola, Kanpur, Bhubaneswar, Nasik, Kerala, Hisar, Tavanur, Junagarh, Jabalpur, Ludhiana, Raichur, Samastipur, etc.