How much does a Soil Scientist make in Virginia? The average Soil Scientist salary in Virginia is $77,491 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $62,015 and $95,920. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Soil Scientist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Soil Scientist Salary $47,925 VA February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Soil Scientist Salary $62,015 VA February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Soil Scientist Salary $77,491 VA February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Soil Scientist Salary $95,920 VA February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Soil Scientist Salary $112,698 VA February 26, 2024
25% $62,015 10% $47,925 90% $112,698 75% $95,920 $77,491 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
Change Search Criteria
Check out Soil Scientist jobs in Virginia

Agronomist

Matrix Sciences International Inc - Blythe, CA

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor in Agricultural Data

TAMU Department of Soil and Crop Sciences - College Station, TX

Senior Environmental Scientist | Elmhurst, IL

The Davey Tree Expert Company - Elmhurst, IL

What skills does a Soil Scientist need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

1.

Analysis: Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.

2.

Geology: Geology is the science that studies the Earth's physical structure and substances, the history of rocks, the processes that act on them and the most economic way to use the world's resources.

3.

Technical Writing: Technical writing is writing or drafting technical communication used in technical and occupational fields, such as computer hardware and software, engineering, chemistry, aeronautics, robotics, finance, medical, consumer electronics, biotechnology and forestry. Technical writing encompasses the largest sub-field within technical communication. The Society for Technical Communication defines technical communication as any form of communication that exhibits one or more of the following characteristics: "(1) communicating about technical or specialized topics, such as computer applications, medical procedures, or environmental regulations; (2) communicating by using technology, such as web pages, help files, or social media sites; or (3) providing instructions about how to do something, regardless of how technical the task is".

Analysis 0.01%
Geology 0.01%
Technical Writing 0.01%
Others 99.97%

Job Description for Soil Scientist

Soil Scientist studies, investigates, and conducts experiments on different soil/plant types to determine use capabilities of soils, and effects of alternative practices on soil productivity. Applies a wide range concepts, practices, and procedures from two or more specialized fields of science, such as agronomy, soil science, forestry, or agriculture. Being a Soil Scientist may require a bachelor's degree in agricultural sciences or a related field with at least 5 years of work experience. May direct the work of a small group of employees. Additionally, Soil Scientist relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Typically reports to a senior manager and may be considered the lead for a specific area or unit. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

Employers: Job Description Management Tool

See user submitted job responsibilities for Soil Scientist.

Salary.com job board provides millions of Soil Scientist information for you to search for. Click on search button below to see Soil Scientist job openings or enter a new job title here.

Job Openings for Soil Scientist in Virginia

Select a city to view specific salary and bonus information for Soil Scientist

Loading results...
Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Annandale, VA Avg. Salary $86,784 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Virginia State University, VA Avg. Salary $77,647 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Abingdon, VA Avg. Salary $67,559 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Accomac, VA Avg. Salary $73,703 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Achilles, VA Avg. Salary $73,656 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Afton, VA Avg. Salary $71,036 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alberta, VA Avg. Salary $77,180 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Aldie, VA Avg. Salary $86,394 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alexandria, VA Avg. Salary $86,784 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Altavista, VA Avg. Salary $71,273 Date Updated February 26, 2024

Career Path for Soil Scientist

A career path is a sequence of jobs that leads to your short- and long-term career goals. Some follow a linear career path within one field, while others change fields periodically to achieve career or personal goals.

For Soil Scientist, the first career path typically progresses to Zoologist.

Not the job you're looking for? Search more salaries here:
See if your skills match up? Check skills for Soil Scientist

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

  • Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
  • Job and employee pricing reports
  • Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.
Learn about CompAnalyst

Jobs with a similar salary range to Soil Scientist : Master Of Ceremonies

Soil Scientist Salary in Virginia
Soil Scientist Salary Graph, Regional Distribution and Summary