Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
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, and oceans, and its magnetic, electrical, and gravitational forces. Includes mineralogists, paleontologists, stratigraphers, geodesists, and seismologists.
Sample of reported job titles:
Engineering Geologist, Environmental Protection Geologist, Exploration Geologist, Geological Specialist, Geologist, Geophysicist, Geoscientist, Hydrogeologist, Mine Geologist, Project Geologist
Occupation-Specific Information
Tasks
- Analyze and interpret geological, geochemical, or geophysical information from sources, such as survey data, well logs, bore holes, or aerial photos.
- 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.
- 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.
- Locate and estimate probable natural gas, oil, or mineral ore deposits or underground water resources, using aerial photographs, charts, or research or survey results.
Technology Skills
- Analytical or scientific software:Alara CRystalView,Aquifer test software,Bentley Systems gINT,Bilko,ChemStat,Clover Technology GALENA,Compass software,CrystalMaker,Data logger software,Data mining software,EarthWorks Downhole Explorer,Earthworks MaxiPit,EasySolve Software SizePerm,Enigma software,EPIC GIS,Field data recorder software,Gemcom GEMS,Gemcom Surpac,Geo-Logic Systems LithoTect Interpreter,GeoModel,Geostatistical modeling GSTAT software,Geostatistics software GS+,Gresens 92,Groundwater modeling system GMS,Groundwater Vistas,Hydrogeology Basin2,HydroSOLVE AQTESOLV,IHS Energy PowerTools,Interpex IXID,IRIS Seismic Processing Workshop,Laboratory information management system LIMS,Landmark Graphics GeoGraphix,Landmark VIP,Maptek Vulcan,MIT OASES,Multivariate statistical program MVSP software,National Geophysical Data Center GEODAS,OriginLab Origin,PaleoMag,Paleontological Statistics PAST,PaleoTax,Parameter Estimation PEST,PolyMap,Red Rock DeltaGraph,RockWare ChemFlux,Rockware CrossLog,RockWare DepthCon2000,RockWare Erupt,RockWare FIRSTPIX,RockWare Geochemist's Workbench GWB,RockWare GeoTrig,RockWare GRADIX,RockWare Grav2Dc,RockWare Jlog,RockWare MicroMODEL,RockWare Plan,RockWare Potent,RockWare QuickSyn,RockWare RockPack III,RockWare VEGO,RockWare Visual STUNT,RockWare WinSism,RSI ENVI,RSI interactive data language IDL software,SAS statistical software,Scientific Software Group FEFLOW,Scientific Software Group Infinite Extent,Scientific Software Group SVHeat,SeeByte SeeTrack,Seismic interpretation software,Seismic Micro-Technology KINGDOM,Seismic visualization software,Shape software,Socorro Scientific Software Refract2K,Solvcalv,Starpint Software Super Slug,StrainSim,Systat Software SigmaStat,TECHBASE,The MathWorks MATLAB,Triton Elics International SeaClass,Waterloo Hydrogeologic AquaChem,Waterloo Hydrogeologic FlowPath II,Well logging software
- Computer aided design CAD software:Atoll GeoCAD,Autodesk AutoCAD,Evolution Computing EasyCAD,Evolution Computing FastCAD,Midland Valley 3DMove,MineSight,Paradigm SKUA-GOCAD,PowerCAD,Schlumberger Inside Reality,Trimble Terramodel,Upperspace DesignCAD,Upperspace ModelCAD
- Data base user interface and query software:EarthSoft EQuIS Geology,GeoPLUS Petra,Geosoft DAP server,Microsoft Access,MJ Systems Logsleuth,MySQL,RockWare Stratbugs
- Data conversion software:BOSS Didger
- Document management software:Adobe Systems Adobe Acrobat,MHC Document Express
Occupational Requirements
Work Activities
- Getting Information:Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
- Analyzing Data or Information:Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
- Working with Computers:Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
- Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates:Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
- Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events:Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
Detailed Work Activities
- Advise others about environmental management or conservation.
- Advise others on management of emergencies or hazardous situations or materials.
- Analyze environmental data.
- Analyze geological or geographical data.
- Analyze geological samples.
Work Context
- Electronic Mail:88% responded"Every day"
- Face-to-Face Discussions:59% responded"Every day"
- Spend Time Sitting:56% responded"More than half the time"
- Indoors, Environmentally Controlled:50% responded"Every day"
- Structured versus Unstructured Work:50% responded"Some freedom"
Worker Requirements
Skills
- Reading Comprehension:Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
- Critical Thinking:Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
- Science:Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
- Speaking:Talking to others to convey information effectively.
- Active Listening:Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Knowledge
- Geography:Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life.
- English Language:Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
- Mathematics:Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
- Chemistry:Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
- Physics:Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub-atomic structures and processes.
Education
How much education does a new hire need to perform a job in this occupation? Respondents said:
- 44%Master's Degree
- 38%Bachelor's Degree
- 9%Doctoral Degree
Worker Characteristics
Abilities
- Inductive Reasoning:The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
- Written Comprehension:The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
- Category Flexibility:The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
- Deductive Reasoning:The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
- Oral Comprehension:The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
Interests
- Investigative:Investigative occupations frequently involve working with ideas, and require an extensive amount of thinking. These occupations can involve searching for facts and figuring out problems mentally.
- Realistic:Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.
Work Values
- Independence:Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to work on their own and make decisions. Corresponding needs are Creativity, Responsibility and Autonomy.
- Achievement:Occupations that satisfy this work value are results oriented and allow employees to use their strongest abilities, giving them a feeling of accomplishment. Corresponding needs are Ability Utilization and Achievement.
- Recognition:Occupations that satisfy this work value offer advancement, potential for leadership, and are often considered prestigious. Corresponding needs are Advancement, Authority, Recognition and Social Status.
Work Styles
- Analytical Thinking:Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
- Integrity:Job requires being honest and ethical.
- Attention to Detail:Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
- Persistence:Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.
- Initiative:Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.
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