How do they match: Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers

  • Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers

  • Environmental Protection Geologist
  • Environmental Scientist
  • Environmental Consultant
  • Environmental Field Office Manager
  • Environmental Geologist

  • 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.

  • Communicate geological findings by writing research papers, participating in conferences, or teaching geological science at universities.
  • Determine methods to incorporate geomethane or methane hydrates into global energy production or evaluate the potential environmental impacts of such incorporation.
  • Develop strategies for more environmentally friendly resource extraction and reclamation.
  • Locate and review research articles or environmental, historical, or technical reports.
  • Review environmental, historical, or technical reports and publications for accuracy.

  • Advise others about environmental management or conservation.
  • Analyze environmental data.
  • Communicate results of environmental research.
  • Design research studies to obtain scientific information.
  • Determine methods to minimize environmental impact of activities.
  • Develop software or applications for scientific or technical use.
  • Inspect work sites to identify potential environmental or safety hazards.
  • Instruct college students in physical or life sciences.
  • Locate natural resources using geospatial or other environmental data.
  • Measure environmental characteristics.
  • Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.
  • Research impacts of environmental conservation initiatives.
  • Review plans or proposals for environmental conservation.