Low to No Risk

28

Moderate Risk

2

High Risk

0

Extreme Risk

0

• 1.5Analyze and interpret geological, geochemical, or geophysical information from sources, such as survey data, well logs, bore holes, or aerial photos.
• 1Plan or conduct geological, geochemical, or geophysical field studies or surveys, sample collection, or drilling and testing programs used to collect data for research or application.
• 1.5Investigate the composition, structure, or history of the Earth's crust through the collection, examination, measurement, or classification of soils, minerals, rocks, or fossil remains.
• 1.5Prepare geological maps, cross-sectional diagrams, charts, or reports concerning mineral extraction, land use, or resource management, using results of fieldwork or laboratory research.
• 2.1Locate and estimate probable natural gas, oil, or mineral ore deposits or underground water resources, using aerial photographs, charts, or research or survey results.
• 1.5Assess ground or surface water movement to provide advice on issues, such as waste management, route and site selection, or the restoration of contaminated sites.
• 1.8Conduct geological or geophysical studies to provide information for use in regional development, site selection, or development of public works projects.
• 1.2Advise construction firms or government agencies on dam or road construction, foundation design, land use, or resource management.
• 0.7Communicate geological findings by writing research papers, participating in conferences, or teaching geological science at universities.
• 2Test industrial diamonds or abrasives, soil, or rocks to determine their geological characteristics, using optical, x-ray, heat, acid, or precision instruments.
• 1.5Design geological mine maps, monitor mine structural integrity, or advise and monitor mining crews.
• 0.8Collaborate with medical or health researchers to address health problems related to geological materials or processes.
• 0.8Determine ways to mitigate the negative consequences of mineral dust dispersion.
• 0.2Develop strategies for more environmentally friendly resource extraction and reclamation.
• 0.5Develop ways to capture or use gases burned off as waste during oil production processes.
• 0.5Identify new sources of platinum group elements for industrial applications, such as automotive fuel cells or pollution abatement systems.
• 1.5Identify possible sites for carbon sequestration projects.
• 2Locate potential sources of geothermal energy.
• 0.5Provide advice on the safe siting of new nuclear reactor projects or methods of nuclear waste management.
• 1Research geomechanical or geochemical processes to be used in carbon sequestration projects.
• 0.5Research ways to reduce the ecological footprint of increasingly prevalent megacities.
• 1Review work plans to determine the effectiveness of activities for mitigating soil or groundwater contamination.
• 1.5Study historical climate change indicators found in locations, such as ice sheets or rock formations to develop climate change models.
• 2Locate and review research articles or environmental, historical, or technical reports.
• 1.6Identify risks for natural disasters, such as mudslides, earthquakes, or volcanic eruptions.
• 1.8Inspect construction projects to analyze engineering problems, using test equipment or drilling machinery.
• 1.5Identify deposits of construction materials suitable for use as concrete aggregates, road fill, or other applications.
• 2.1Review environmental, historical, or technical reports and publications for accuracy.

0.0% of Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers tasks can be automated with AI or robotics