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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”.
Also Known As…
- Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
- Project Geologist
- Petroleum Geologist
- Mine Geologist
- Geoscientist
- Geophysicist
- Geologist
- Geological Specialist
- Exploration Geologist
- Environmental Protection Geologist
- Engineering Geologist
- Volcanologist
- Soils Engineer
- Seismologist
- Sedimentationist
- Research Geologist
- Prospector
- Project Geophysicist
- Petrophysicist
- Petrologist
- Petrographer
- Paleontologist
- Oceanologist
- Mineralogist
- Micro Paleontologist
- Marine Geologist
- Invertebrate Paleontologist
- Hydrogeologist
- Geophysical Prospector
- Geophysical Laboratory Supervisor
- Geophysical Laboratory Director
- Geomorphologist
- Geomagnetist
- Geological Scout
- Geodesist
- Geochemist
- Field Geologist
- Environmental Geologist
- Environmental Field Office Manager
- Environmental Consultant
- Development Geologist
- Crystallographer
- Core Analyst
- Core Analysis Operator
Tasks for “Stratigrapher”
- Analyze and interpret geological data, using computer software.
- Communicate geological findings by writing research papers, participating in conferences, or teaching geological science at universities.
- Conduct geological or geophysical studies to provide information for use in regional development, site selection, or development of public works projects.
- 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.
- Identify possible sites for carbon sequestration projects.
- Determine methods to incorporate geo-methane or methane hydrates into global energy production or evaluate the potential environmental impacts of such incorporation.
- Measure characteristics of the Earth, such as gravity or magnetic fields, using equipment such as seismographs, gravimeters, torsion balances, or magnetometers.
- Locate and review research articles or environmental, historical, or technical reports.
- Research ways to reduce the ecological footprint of increasingly prevalent megacities.
- Develop strategies for more environmentally friendly resource extraction and reclamation.
- Advise construction firms or government agencies on dam or road construction, foundation design, land use, or resource management.
- 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.
- 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 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 potential sources of geothermal energy.
- Research geomechanical or geochemical processes to be used in carbon sequestration projects.
- Inspect construction projects to analyze engineering problems, using test equipment or drilling machinery.
- 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.
- Analyze and interpret geological, geochemical, or geophysical information from sources such as survey data, well logs, bore holes, or aerial photos.
- Provide advice on the safe siting of new nuclear reactor projects or methods of nuclear waste management.
- Test industrial diamonds or abrasives, soil, or rocks to determine their geological characteristics, using optical, x-ray, heat, acid, or precision instruments.
- Collaborate with medical or health researchers to address health problems related to geological materials or processes.
- Locate and estimate probable natural gas, oil, or mineral ore deposits or underground water resources, using aerial photographs, charts, or research or survey results.
- Study historical climate change indicators found in locations such as ice sheets or rock formations to develop models related to current climate changes.
- Develop applied software for the analysis and interpretation of geological data.
- 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.
- Develop ways to capture or use gases that are currently burned off as waste during oil production processes.
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- Hand magnifying lenses
- Automated core analysis systems
- Digital alkalinity titrators
- All terrain vehicles ATV
- Large-format plotters
- Rock magnetometers
- X ray diffractometers
- Analog map measurers
- Chromatographic scanners
- Underwater cameras
- Water current meters
- Fusion fluxes
- Vibrating sample magnetometers
- Isodynamic separators
- Hydraulic earth drills
- Mapping scale sets
- Digital map measurers
- Bottom sampling equipment
- Illuminated microscopes
- Mercury analyzers
- High temperature laboratory ovens
- Ion chromatographs
- Axes
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- Stereoscopes
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- Petrographic microscopes
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- Tube samplers
- Biological dredges
- Digital cameras
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- Mass spectrometers
- Stereo microscopes
- Polarizing microscopes
- Electrical conductivity meters
- Temperature profile recorders
- Seismographs
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- Rock saws
- Gamma ray spectrometers
- Global positioning system GPS receivers
- Planimeters
- Gamma ray scintillometers
- Protractors
- Roto torque mixers
- Motorized mortars/pestles
- pH meters
- Ground penetrating radar GPR
- Water sampler bottles
- Laboratory rock pulverizers
- Vertical sketchmasters
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- Video microscopes
- Scanners
- Computed tomography CT scanners
- Notebook computers
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- Short-range radar equipment
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- Optical compound microscopes
- Cathodoluminescence scopes
- Clinometers
- Crack hammers
- Tubular water samplers
- Sediment samplers
- Mechanical earth drills
- Winches
- Hand levels
- Altimeters
- Soil samplers
- Radiation detectors
- Mapping dividers
- Degaussing wands
- Fume hoods
- Geological compasses
- Plankton nets
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- Reverse osmosis systems
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- Seismic interpretation software
- CrystalMaker
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