How do they match: Geographers

  • Natural Resources Specialist
  • Scientist
  • Earth Observations Scientist
  • GIS Physical Scientist
  • Geographic Information Systems Physical Scientist

  • Study the nature and use of areas of the Earth's surface, relating and interpreting interactions of physical and cultural phenomena. Conduct research on physical aspects of a region, including land forms, climates, soils, plants, and animals, and conduct research on the spatial implications of human activities within a given area, including social characteristics, economic activities, and political organization, as well as researching interdependence between regions at scales ranging from local to global.

  • Provide consulting services in fields such as resource development and management, business location and market area analysis, environmental hazards, regional cultural history, and urban social planning.

  • Develop software or applications for scientific or technical use.
  • Instruct college students in social sciences or humanities disciplines.
  • Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.