Geophysicist Australia

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Geophysicist Australia - If your profession is Geophysicist in accordance with the Australian Skills Classified Occupation (ASCO) 2112-13 then you are currently in demand by employers in Australia.

Geophysicist

Studies physical aspects of the earth to determine its structure and composition, locate minerals, petroleum or ground water and to detect, monitor and forecast seismic, magnetic, electrical, thermal and oceanographic activity.

Tasks

conducts surveys of variations in the earth's gravitational and magnetic fields to determine its physical features
investigates the propagation of seismic waves to determine the structure and stability of the earth's mantle and crust
studies the causes of earthquakes and other stress states of the earth's crust
performs laboratory and field studies, and airborne, ground and drill hole surveys
analyses and interprets data from studies to assist in locating water, petroleum or mineral-bearing structures and determining the structure, composition and evolution of sub-surface rocks
investigates the physical properties of rocks under laboratory conditions
prepares or supervises the preparation of laboratory reports and scientific papers
may supervise and coordinate the work of technical officers and technicians
may study the physical aspects of oceans such as density, temperature, salinity, water circulation, light and sound transmission

Specialisations

Physical Oceanographer
Seismologist

Minimum Requirements

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