How do they match: Atmospheric and Space Scientists

  • Radiosonde Specialist

  • Collect air samples from planes or ships over land or sea to study atmospheric composition.
  • Create visualizations to illustrate historical or future changes in the Earth's climate, using paleoclimate or climate geographic information systems (GIS) databases.
  • Design or develop new equipment or methods for meteorological data collection, remote sensing, or related applications.
  • Develop computer programs to collect meteorological data or to present meteorological information.
  • Estimate or predict the effects of global warming over time for specific geographic regions.

  • Collect environmental data or samples.
  • Collaborate on research activities with scientists or technical specialists.
  • Create images or other visual displays.
  • Teach classes in area of specialization.