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Job Description

Study the composition, structure, and other physical aspects of the Earth. May use geological, physics, and mathematics knowledge in exploration for oil, gas, minerals, or underground water; or in waste disposal, land reclamation, or other environmental problems. May study the Earth's internal composition, atmospheres, oceans, and its magnetic, electrical, and gravitational forces. Includes mineralogists, crystallographers, paleontologists, stratigraphers, geodesists, and seismologists.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 19-2042.00
The Mean Annual Wage in the U.S. is $ 106,390.00
The Mean Hourly Wage is $ 51.00
Currently, there are 30,420 people on this job

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers”.

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Tasks for “Mine Geologist”

Locate potential sources of geothermal energy.
Identify new sources for Platinum Group Elements necessary for industrial uses, such as automotive fuel cells or pollution abatement systems.
Determine methods to incorporate geo-methane or methane hydrates into global energy production or evaluate the potential environmental impacts of such incorporation.
Test industrial diamonds or abrasives, soil, or rocks to determine their geological characteristics, using optical, x-ray, heat, acid, or precision instruments.
Determine ways to mitigate the negative consequences of mineral dust dispersion.
Review environmental cleanup work plans to determine the effectiveness of the remedial activities for mitigating soil or groundwater contamination.
Locate and review research articles or environmental, historical, or technical reports.
Develop ways to capture or use gases that are currently burned off as waste during oil production processes.
Provide advice on the safe siting of new nuclear reactor projects or methods of nuclear waste management.
Develop applied software for the analysis and interpretation of geological data.
Investigate the composition, structure, or history of the Earth's crust through the collection, examination, measurement, or classification of soils, minerals, rocks, or fossil remains.
Study historical climate change indicators found in locations such as ice sheets or rock formations to develop models related to current climate changes.
Communicate geological findings by writing research papers, participating in conferences, or teaching geological science at universities.
Prepare geological maps, cross-sectional diagrams, charts, or reports concerning mineral extraction, land use, or resource management, using results of fieldwork or laboratory research.
Conduct geological or geophysical studies to provide information for use in regional development, site selection, or development of public works projects.
Research geomechanical or geochemical processes to be used in carbon sequestration projects.
Identify possible sites for carbon sequestration projects.
Design geological mine maps, monitor mine structural integrity, or advise and monitor mining crews.
Measure characteristics of the Earth, such as gravity or magnetic fields, using equipment such as seismographs, gravimeters, torsion balances, or magnetometers.
Identify deposits of construction materials suitable for use as concrete aggregates, road fill, or in other applications.
Identify risks for natural disasters, such as mudslides, earthquakes, or volcanic eruptions.
Assess ground or surface water movement to provide advice regarding issues such as waste management, route and site selection, or the restoration of contaminated sites.
Locate and estimate probable natural gas, oil, or mineral ore deposits or underground water resources, using aerial photographs, charts, or research or survey results.
Inspect construction projects to analyze engineering problems, using test equipment or drilling machinery.
Research ways to reduce the ecological footprint of increasingly prevalent megacities.
Develop strategies for more environmentally friendly resource extraction and reclamation.
Analyze and interpret geological data, using computer software.
Plan or conduct geological, geochemical, or geophysical field studies or surveys, sample collection, or drilling and testing programs used to collect data for research or application.
Analyze and interpret geological, geochemical, or geophysical information from sources such as survey data, well logs, bore holes, or aerial photos.
Advise construction firms or government agencies on dam or road construction, foundation design, land use, or resource management.
Collaborate with medical or health researchers to address health problems related to geological materials or processes.

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Borehole cameras
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Soft face hammers
Seismographs
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All terrain vehicles ATV
Electronic toploading balances
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Magnetic susceptibility/anisotropy systems
Rock saws
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Pocket magnetic susceptibility meters
Chromatographic scanners
Sand grain size gauges
Global positioning system GPS receivers
Magnetic susceptibility measurement systems
Rangefinders
Gravity meters
Core splitters
Seismic activity recorders
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Hydraulic earth drills
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Drying ovens
Thermal specimen demagnitizers
Axes
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Triple beam balances
Hand magnifying lenses
Laser rangefinders
Alternating field demagnitizers
pH meters
Geological compasses
Digital map measurers
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Mapping scale sets
Microsplitters
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Electron microscopes
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Short-range radar equipment
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Sun compasses
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Centrifuges
Pry bars
Electronic bench scales
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Fume hoods
Illuminated microscopes
Rotary grinders
Geological stratum compasses
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X ray fluorescence XRF lead detectors
Rock magnetometers
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Optical compound microscopes
Digitizing tablets
Thermistor chains
Digital seismographs
Earth resistivity meters
Laser printers
Tubular water samplers
Rock picks
Electrical conductivity cells
Underwater sediment bearing strength probes
Laboratory rock pulverizers
Tube samplers
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