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geologist

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geologist

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Code

2114.1

Description

Geologists research the materials that form the earth. Their observations depend on the purpose of the research. Depending on their specialisation, geologists study how the Earth has been shaped over time, its geological layers, the quality of minerals for mining purposes, earthquakes and volcanic activity for private services, and similar phenomena.

Alternative Labels

bedrock geologist

chief geologist

coal geologist

consulting geologist

field geologist

geologist

geologist engineer

geologist prospector

geology analyst

geology research analyst

geology researcher

geology research scientist

geology scholar

geology science researcher

geology scientist

geology studies analyst

geology studies research analyst

geology studies researcher

geology studies research scientist

geology studies scholar

geology studies scientist

geoscience consultant

geothermal scientist

glaciologist

paedologist

petroleum geologist

quaternary geologist

sedimentologist

site geologist

structural geologist

volcanologist

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Narrower occupations

- environmental geologist

- exploration geologist

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

apply for research funding apply research ethics and scientific integrity principles in research activities apply safety procedures in laboratory apply scientific methods apply statistical analysis techniques calibrate laboratory equipment carry out geological explorations collect geological data communicate with a non-scientific audience conduct research across disciplines conduct soil sample tests demonstrate disciplinary expertise develop professional network with researchers and scientists disseminate results to the scientific community draft scientific or academic papers and technical documentation evaluate research activities execute analytical mathematical calculations increase the impact of science on policy and society integrate gender dimension in research interact professionally in research and professional environments manage findable accessible interoperable and reusable data manage intellectual property rights manage open publications manage personal professional development manage research data mentor individuals operate open source software operate scientific measuring equipment perform laboratory tests perform project management perform scientific research promote open innovation in research promote the participation of citizens in scientific and research activities promote the transfer of knowledge publish academic research record test data speak different languages synthesise information think abstractly write scientific publications

Essential Knowledge

cartography geological time scale geology mathematics scientific modelling scientific research methodology statistics

Optional Skills and Competences

advise on building matters advise on geology for mineral extraction apply blended learning apply digital mapping assess environmental impact collect samples for analysis conduct field work conduct land surveys conduct sediment control design scientific equipment develop geological databases develop scientific research protocols develop scientific theories examine geochemical samples interpret geophysical data investigate soil stability perform computer analyses of geotechnical structures prepare geological map sections prepare surveying report process data provide information on geological characteristics provide technical expertise solve location and navigation problems by using GPS tools study aerial photos teach in academic or vocational contexts use geographic information systems write research proposals

Optional Knowledge

environmental legislation geochemistry geochronology geographic information systems geological mapping geophysics impact of geological factors on mining operations logging petrology sedimentology soil science

Concept URI

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http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/c6196b21-20f9-4608-83fb-6f143afc740d

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geologist

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