How do they match: 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.

  • Collaborate with medical or health researchers to address health problems related to geological materials or processes.
  • Conduct geological or geophysical studies to provide information for use in regional development, site selection, or development of public works projects.
  • Design geological mine maps, monitor mine structural integrity, or advise and monitor mining crews.
  • Develop ways to capture or use gases burned off as waste during oil production processes.
  • 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.
  • Research geomechanical or geochemical processes to be used in carbon sequestration projects.
  • Review work plans to determine the effectiveness of activities for mitigating soil or groundwater contamination.

  • Conduct research to gain information about products or processes.
  • Inspect work sites to identify potential environmental or safety hazards.
  • Research geological features or processes.
  • Research hydrologic features or processes.