Soil Scientist CV Template + Tips and Download
By: Sobhan Mohmand, Editorial manager Last updated: 29 Oct 2018
Tip: Use the Soil Scientist CV Template below as an example to help you write your own personal and fully-tailored CV.
Gordon Marshall
342 Rocky Lane
New Milton
NA15 8NQ
Mob: 079 3563 6854 Email: gordon.m@live.co.uk
Personal profile statement
I am an extremely hard working and driven Soil Scientist with over two years experience of researching and documenting soil properties, mapping contaminated land, evaluating ecological remediation, conserving groundwater and monitoring the environment. I can directly apply my specialist knowledge to real life situations to successfully analyse and interpret samples, data, and information. I am currently looking for a challenging opportunity within the geo-environmental industry.
Achievements
- I’m a member of The British Society of Soil Science (BSSS) and regularly attend their events to share my knowledge and findings
- Assisting the Soil Research Centre at the University of Reading in the analysis of soil samples
Education
| 2011 – 2014 | BSc Biological Sciences | University of Reading | Grade achieved: 2:1 |
Relevant Modules:
- Building Blocks of Life
- Digestion and Nutrition
- Soils in the Environment
- Ecology and Behaviour
- Survey and Land Evaluation
| 2009 – 2011 Results: Biology: A Chemistry: A Geography: A |
A Levels | Uxbridge College |
Work experience
| Aug 2015 – Present | Soil Scientist Bio World Services |
Main duties performed:
- Conducting site investigation studies for local authorities and private clients
- Carrying out soil and ground studies across various sites in the UK
- Performing soil, gas and water sampling and monitoring
- Assessing soil chemistry and understanding the nature of soil constituents and their interactions, the assessment of soil fertility and crop nutrition
- Modelling information using specialist computer systems
- Writing technical scientific and non-scientific reports and papers
- Producing geomorphological, lithological and hydrogeological maps
- Managing and coordinating teams and field projects
- Recommending land management strategies to landowners and local councils
- Giving presentations and attending meetings, events and conferences
- Monitoring crop production and pollution control
- Ensuring the reduction of soil degradation
- The management of land, including regular irrigation assessments of potential soil structure degradation
- Recycling of organic materials to land (e.g. farmyard manures, compost, etc.)
- Producing environmental benefit statements for land remediation
| Mar 2014 – Jul 2015 | Microbiology Analyst Stansted Laboratories Ltd |
Main duties performed:
- Performing microbiological analysis of water and soil samples and identifying particular microorganisms
- Writing technical reports and inputting data on specialist computer systems
- Presenting results and findings to senior supervisors, scientists and clients
- Completing scheduled laboratory and equipment maintenance and cleaning
- Working in a scientific team with specialist equipment
- Regularly liaising with colleagues, admin staff and external professionals
Qualifications
- Attended the 5th Global Workshop on Digital Soil Mapping held in Denmark
- Enzymes in the Environment; Ecology and Applications (BSSS)
- European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) – BSC
Skills
- • Field work and computer-based information gathering
- • Data collection, correlation, interpretation and analysis
- • Laboratory techniques that include DNA extractions and GC analysis
- • IT skills: MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), ArcGIS, Statistical software (MiniTab and R Software) and Soil Modelling programs (DNDC).
Hobbies and interests
In my spare time, I regularly attend events held by The BSSS where I’m able to meet distinguished scientists and keep up to date with the latest developments and research in the field. Furthermore, I enjoy travelling with my family to discover and explore new environments, landmarks, cultures and cuisine.
References
Head Scientist, Bio World Services
Address: 50 Edmund Rd, Chester, CY2 9DA
Tel: 0833 4567 2346
Email: william.a@live.co.uk
Senior Researcher, Stansted Laboratories Ltd
Address: Left Road, Devon, DP1 3FQ
Tel: 0980 3456 7655
Email: kelly.b@gmail.com
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Tips
- CV Length: The general rule of thumb is to limit the length of your CV to 2 A4 pages. For certain professionals with senior-level jobs and extensive work experience, as may be the case with this job position, it is acceptable to go into three pages whenever absolutely required. However, short and concise CVs are still favourable.
Good Luck!
OVERVIEW
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SALARY RANGE
£18.000 – £38.000 -
ENTRY
Degree and Work Experience -
WORKING HOURS
37+ hours per week
Competencies
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Scientific Method
Using scientific experiments to come up with statistically significant conclusions -
Reading
Ability to read scientific literature in a selective and focused manner -
Investigation
Ability to research and examine a matter in a focused manner -
Planning
Working in an organised and systematic manner to accomplish a variety of tasks -
Problem-solving
Utilising analytical skills to identify and solve problems -
Communication Skills
Ability to communicate ideas and concepts clearly and effectively to a broad range of people, including government officials, landowners and the general public
