Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health
Environmental scientists and specialists in the field of geoscience
study the interaction between human activity and the environment. They
may be involved in fieldwork, laboratory experiments, and computer
modeling. Their work requires an extensive background in the geosciences
and may include tasks such as:
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Identifying potential environmental risks, developing strategies to
reduce or eliminate these risks, and monitoring the effectiveness of
these strategies.
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Conducting research, collecting data, analyzing results, and
preparing reports to summarize their findings.
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Working with a team of professionals from different fields, such as
engineers, biologists, and public health officials.
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Interacting with members of the public, government officials, and
business leaders to discuss their findings and recommendations.
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