How do they match: Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians

  • Research Associate

  • Assist scientists or engineers in the use of electronic, sonic, or nuclear measuring instruments in laboratory, exploration, and production activities to obtain data indicating resources such as metallic ore, minerals, gas, coal, or petroleum. Analyze mud and drill cuttings. Chart pressure, temperature, and other characteristics of wells or bore holes.

  • Interview individuals, and research public databases in order to obtain information.

  • Research environmental impact of industrial or development activities.
  • Research geological features or processes.
  • Collaborate on research activities with scientists or technical specialists.
  • Direct natural resources extraction projects.
  • Locate natural resources using geospatial or other environmental data.
  • Record research or operational data.