There are a number of great resources to help you learn about using GIS and Remote Sensing for soil ecological studies. Here are a few:
1. ESRI's Introduction to GIS for Soil Science: https://www.esri.com/en-us/training/catalog/introduction-to-gis-for-soil-science
2. GIS and Remote Sensing for Soil Science by Robert Pouyat and Edward T. Elliott: https://www.amazon.com/GIS-Remote-Sensing-Soil-Science/dp/1566706663