Seismologist

What you'll do

Study shock-waves created by earthquakes and volcanic activity to try to predict future events. Deliberately create seismic waves using controlled explosions or vibrations from trucks to determine where oil and gas lies under the earth. Help to uncover archeological sites.

Where you'll work

In offices and research laboratories; outside in places where there is seismic activity. On ships, oil rigs or in mineshafts.

Salary range

£20,000 – £50,000

Skills you'll need

Knowledge of geography, physics and maths
Comfortable with computer modelling systems
Should enjoy being outside, including out at sea
Able to understand and assimilate data
Excellent written and verbal communication

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