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Geologist
Test Geologist
Exploration Geologist
Development Geologist
Resident Geologist
Minimum M.Sc. (Geology)
Minimum - 3-9 years of experience in the relevant field
The tasks a Geologist is expected to perform include:
Studying the physical structure of earths crust, its rock formations and fossils to determine earths history, gradual changes and development or to locate minerals and fuels
Conducting exploratory geological survey using special instruments and techniques
Supervising drilling operations in areas of economic mineral deposits
Collecting samples of minerals or rocks, at various depths, for detailed study to determine their formulation and quality and quantity of deposits
Evaluating extent of deposit for commercial exploitation
Undertaking and co-ordinating various activities related to drilling, testing, development and production of minerals
Preparing reports, maps and diagrams showing out crops of rocks and ore bodies and their various geological structures
Advising on suitability of soils and rocks for construction of dams, tunnels, roads, buildings, etc., and on strength of foundation necessary
Rendering advice on problems of underground water reservoirs
Studying natural phenomena such as earthquakes, volcanoes, glaciers and mountain building for advancement of knowledge and research on gradual changes and development of earths crust
Combining teaching with research and administrative work when employed by a college or university
Skilled in using microscopes, mapping software, compasses, picks and rock hammers or chisels
Knowledge of chemical composition, structure and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo
Skilled in investigating the composition, structure and history of the Earth's crust through the collection, examination, measurement and classification of soils, minerals, rocks and fossil remains
Knowledge of all the equipment required to conduct an exploratory geological survey
Knowledge of practical application of engineering science and technology
Knowledge of special instruments and techniques such as air survey and air photo mapping and geo-chemical and geophysical prospecting methods to locate deposits of mineral, oil and gas
Not applicable
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Analytical
Attention to detail
Hardworking
Observant
Adaptable
Enthusiastic
Focused
Persistent
It is not a desk job
Need not handle a team
Local travelling is a part of this job role
Part-time work and contractual jobs maybe available
Work from home option is not available
Working hours
Companies usually work for 5/6 days a week and 8/9 hours everyday. This may vary from company to company
Shift system maybe available
Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs
This job is suitable for candidates with One Arm (OA), One Leg (OL) and those who have their Hearing Impaired (HH)
This job is not considered hazardous or dangerous
One may develop occupational hazards such as stress on eyes, mental and physical strain, joint pains, etc., if not taken care of
For freshers - INR 15,000 to INR 25,000 per month
For experienced - INR 50,000 to INR 70,000 per month
(These figures are indicative and subject to change)
Education, Training & Research Sector in India
According to IBEF, India is an important educational centre in the global education industry. India has more than 1.4 million schools and more than 35,000 higher education institutes. India has one of the largest higher education systems in the world and there is still a lot of potential for further development in the education system. India's online education market size is expected to touch US$ 40 billion by 2017. The RNCOS report titled, Booming Distance Education Market Outlook 2018 expects the distance education market in India to grow at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of around 34 per cent during 2013-14 to 2017-18.
Geology presents diverse options with widely varying work and career paths based on area of speciality. They can work as Structural Geologists, Petrologists, Geophysicists, Geochemists, Geographers, Oceanographers, Atmospheric Scientists, Engineering Geologists, Meteorologists, Palaeontologists, Mineralogists, Petroleum Geologists, Soil Scientists, Seismologists, Volcanologists, Geochronologists, etc. A plethora of job opportunities are available in public and private sectors, non-profit organisations and academic institutions. There are a variety of job settings from mining companies, gas exploration, cement industry, natural resource companies, environmental consulting companies and civil engineering firms to job roles of Teacher, Writer, Editor, Museum Curator or Researcher. Therefore, the career as a Geologist has a bright future in India and opportunities are only going to rise in coming time.
Mining companies
Gas exploration companies
Cement companies
Natural resources companies
Environmental consulting companies
Civil engineering companies
Colleges and universities
Cities and towns across India
Government and private institutes across India
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