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Occupational Report
for Soil and Plant Scientists (19-1013)
, Oregon Statewide
Occupational Description
Conduct research in breeding, physiology, production, yield, and management of crops and agricultural plants, their growth in soils, and control of pests; or study the chemical, physical, biological, and mineralogical composition of soils as they relate to plant or crop growth. May classify and map soils and investigate effects of alternative practices on soil and crop productivity.
Employment Outlook
for Soil and Plant Scientists
| Statewide Employment Analysis |
2008 employment is estimated to be at about the regional average. This occupation is expected to grow at at about the regional average rate. Total job openings are projected to be at about the regional average.Limited employment opportunities exist for trained workers. |
Data Sources and Limitations
Current Employment Department Job Openings
for Soil and Plant Scientists
There are no openings for this occupation.
Job Openings from the Web
for Soil and Plant Scientists
There are no openings for this occupation.
State of Oregon License Information
for Soil and Plant Scientists
No statewide license is required for this occupation.
Wages
for Soil and Plant Scientists
| Region |
---------------- 2010 Wages ---------------- |
| Percentiles (hourly wages) |
Avg
Hourly
($/hr) |
Avg
Annual |
| 10th |
25th |
50th
(median) |
75th |
90th |
| Oregon Statewide |
$18.49 |
$23.46 |
$29.19 |
$35.47 |
$45.90
|
$30.84 |
$64,154 |
| Marion / Polk / Yamhill |
13.07 |
14.55 |
32.79 |
36.68 |
40.45
|
28.41 |
59,107 |
| Benton / Lincoln / Linn |
22.61 |
27.78 |
36.69 |
48.42 |
56.89
|
38.08 |
79,202 |
| Lane |
18.62 |
23.47 |
27.36 |
31.57 |
33.74
|
27.15 |
56,483 |
| Jackson / Josephine |
26.29 |
29.13 |
31.01 |
35.57 |
38.27
|
32.20 |
66,975 |
| Gilliam / Hood River / Sherman / Wheeler / Wasco |
28.65 |
30.25 |
33.74 |
34.66 |
34.89
|
32.28 |
67,132 |
| Crook / Deschutes / Jefferson |
22.62 |
24.88 |
29.41 |
35.58 |
48.08
|
32.26 |
67,094 |
| Baker / Union / Wallowa |
22.61 |
28.64 |
29.41 |
32.84 |
46.79
|
30.70 |
63,851 |
| Grant / Harney / Malheur |
21.18 |
23.37 |
28.27 |
31.01 |
41.60
|
28.45 |
59,185 |
| Clackamas |
22.24 |
26.77 |
29.32 |
31.62 |
37.01
|
29.23 |
60,804 |
Data Sources and Limitations
Industries of Employment
for Soil and Plant Scientists
Industry
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Ownership |
2008
Employment |
|
Total, All Industries
|
All |
542 |
|
Total, All Industries
|
Private |
340 |
|
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting
|
Private |
112 |
|
Crop Production
|
Private |
78 |
|
Fruit and Tree Nut Farming
|
Private |
63 |
|
Support Activities for Agriculture and Forestry
|
Private |
34 |
|
Support Activities for Crop Production
|
Private |
34 |
|
Manufacturing
|
Private |
26 |
|
Chemical Manufacturing
|
Private |
21 |
|
Other Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing
|
Private |
18 |
|
Wholesale Trade
|
Private |
41 |
|
Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
|
Private |
41 |
|
Miscellaneous Nondurable Goods Merchant Wholesalers
|
Private |
38 |
|
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
|
Private |
73 |
|
Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services
|
Private |
16 |
|
Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services
|
Private |
30 |
|
Scientific Research and Development Services
|
Private |
27 |
|
Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services
|
Private |
79 |
|
Administrative and Support Services
|
Private |
79 |
|
Services to Buildings and Dwellings
|
Private |
79 |
|
Total, All Industries
|
Federal |
148 |
|
Federal Government (Non-Postal)
|
Federal |
148 |
|
Total, All Industries
|
Local |
46 |
|
Public Administration
|
Local |
46 |
|
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
|
Local |
46 |
Educational Requirements
for Soil and Plant Scientists
Workers must have a bachelor's degree to gain the necessary skills for this occupation. However, those with a master's degree have a competitive advantage in this labor market.
Skills
for Soil and Plant Scientists
- Analyze And Evaluate Ecosystem Data
- Apply Basic Chemistry
- Apply Biochemistry Theory
- Apply Biological Theory
- Apply Chemical Laboratory Tests
- Apply Chemistry Theory
- Apply Genetic Theory
- Apply Horticultural Techniques
- Apply Linear Algebra
- Apply Mathematics To Statistical Modeling
- Apply Physiological Knowledge
- Apply Plant Disease Control Techniques
- Apply Plant Materials Principles
- Apply Principles Of Soil Protection, Improvement And Conservation
- Apply Research Methodology To Science Or Engineering
- Apply Soil Science Principles
- Apply Statistical Methods
- Conduct Chemical Analyses
- Conduct Field Research
- Conduct Investigations And Research
- Conduct Laboratory Research
- Conduct Qualitative Analysis
- Conduct Quantitative Analysis
- Convert Ideas Into Products
- Design Tables Depicting Data
- Develop And Revise Databases
- Diagnose And Solve Agricultural Production Problems
- Follow Hazardous Materials Specifications
- Identify Tree And Plant Characteristics
- Inspect Fields Or Forests To Detect Plant Diseases, Pest Infestations Or Noxious Weeds
- Interpret And Apply Knowledge Of Relevant Laws
- Judge Soil Conditions
- Make Presentations
- Prepare Reports In Timely Manner
- Present Technical Papers And Research Results
- Read And Interpret Aerial Photographs
- Read Maps
- Recognize Plant Disease
- Research Work-Related Topics Using Library Resources
- Use Algebra
- Use Biological Research Techniques
- Use Biological Testing Instruments
- Use Calculus
- Use Gis Software
- Use Molecular Design Principles
- Use On-Line Search Techniques
- Use Quantitative Research Methods
- Write Grant Proposals
- Write Technical Papers From Original Research
Schools and Training Providers
for Soil and Plant Scientists
The training providers listed below offer programs related to this occupation. This information is updated once per year. Anyone interested in a particular program should check with the training institution regarding its availability. Listing these training providers does not necessarily constitute or imply their endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the State of Oregon.
Career Pathway Roadmaps
for Soil and Plant Scientists
No Career Pathway links were found for this occupation.
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