Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
SOC Code: 19-2042
Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographerss plan 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. This career typically requires extensive preparation (4+ years). With an AI-proof score of 92.6/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Reading Comprehension, Science, Writing.
AI-Proof Score: 92.6 — Very High
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Median Salary
$99,240
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Job Growth
3.2%
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Training Time
Extensive preparation (4+ years)
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Job Zone
Zone 5 / 5
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Training Cost
~$80,000
Key Skills
- •Reading Comprehension
- •Science
- •Writing
- •Speaking
- •Critical Thinking
- •Active Listening
- •Complex Problem Solving
- •Mathematics
- •Judgment and Decision Making
Common Tasks
- ✓Plan 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.
- ✓Analyze and interpret geological data, using computer software.
- ✓Investigate the composition, structure, or history of the Earth's crust through the collection, examination, measurement, or classification of soils, minerals, rocks, or fossil remains.
- ✓Analyze and interpret geological, geochemical, or geophysical information from sources, such as survey data, well logs, bore holes, or aerial photos.
- ✓Identify risks for natural disasters, such as mudslides, earthquakes, or volcanic eruptions.
Training & Resources
Why AI-Proof?
- ✅Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
- ✅Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
- ✅Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
- ✅Social and regulatory barriers to full automation