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geochemist

Geochemists study the characteristics and chemical elements in minerals, rocks and soils, and how they interact with hydrological systems.

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DESCRIPTION

Geochemists study the characteristics and chemical elements in minerals, rocks and soils, and how they interact with hydrological systems. They coordinate the collection of samples and indicate the suite of metals to be analysed.

THEORETICAL KNOWLEDGE

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required
types of metal

PRACTICAL SKILLS

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences
create GIS reports
create thematic maps
OPTIONALOptional competences
supervise staff
collect samples
troubleshoot

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Skills overview

23total
16 essential
7 optional

Breakdown

Knowledge
1
Skills
5

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Quick insight

This role requires 16 essential competences across both theoretical knowledge and practical skills.

DATA SOURCED FROM ESCO (EUROPEAN COMMISSION) & O*NET (U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR)

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