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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 “Environmental Protection Geologist”

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

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Sun compasses
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Tree corers
Total stations
Geological stratum compasses
Chisel hammers
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