How do they match: Atmospheric and Space Scientists

  • Atmospheric and Space Scientists

  • Computer Meteorologist
  • Research Scientist
  • Research Meteorologist
  • Science and Operations Officer
  • Atmospheric Scientist
  • Physical Scientist
  • Space Scientist

  • Research the impact of industrial projects or pollution on climate, air quality, or weather phenomena.
  • Analyze historical climate information, such as precipitation or temperature records, to help predict future weather or climate trends.
  • Broadcast weather conditions, forecasts, or severe weather warnings to the public via television, radio, or the Internet or provide this information to the news media.
  • Conduct meteorological research into the processes or determinants of atmospheric phenomena, weather, or climate.
  • Consult with other offices, agencies, professionals, or researchers regarding the use and interpretation of climatological information for weather predictions and warnings.
  • Create visualizations to illustrate historical or future changes in the Earth's climate, using paleoclimate or climate geographic information systems (GIS) databases.
  • Develop computer programs to collect meteorological data or to present meteorological information.
  • Develop or use mathematical or computer models for weather forecasting.
  • Formulate predictions by interpreting environmental data, such as meteorological, atmospheric, oceanic, paleoclimate, climate, or related information.
  • Interpret data, reports, maps, photographs, or charts to predict long- or short-range weather conditions, using computer models and knowledge of climate theory, physics, and mathematics.
  • Prepare scientific atmospheric or climate reports, articles, or texts.
  • Prepare weather reports or maps for analysis, distribution, or use in weather broadcasts, using computer graphics.
  • Teach college-level courses on topics such as atmospheric and space science, meteorology, or global climate change.

  • Research environmental impact of industrial or development activities.
  • Analyze design requirements for computer or electronics systems.
  • Apply knowledge or research findings to address environmental problems.
  • Collaborate on research activities with scientists or technical specialists.
  • Conduct climatological research.
  • Develop environmental research methods.
  • Instruct college students in physical or life sciences.
  • Interpret research or operational data.
  • Prepare research or technical reports on environmental issues.
  • Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.
  • Present information to the public.
  • Provide educational information to the public.
  • Provide technical information or assistance to public.
  • Test computer system operations to ensure proper functioning.
  • Write computer programming code.