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Statisticians

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A statistician working in the geosciences is responsible for analyzing data related to Earth’s physical and environmental processes, such as climate change, earthquakes, and oceanography. Their work is essential for understanding our planet and making informed decisions about how to address environmental challenges. They require a moderate background in the geosciences and may be involved in:

  • Working with and analyzing large datasets from a variety of sources, including satellite imagery, remote sensing, and field measurements.

  • Using statistical techniques such as regression analysis, correlation analysis, and time series analysis to identify patterns and trends in the data.

  • Developing models to predict future events or outcomes of geoscience-related processes, such the impact of climate change on sea levels or to predict the likelihood of earthquakes in a given region.

Read more about this occupation on O*NET OnLine at www.onetonline.org/link/summary/15-2041.00

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