OaSIS - Skills Match search results - 21109.03 – Soil scientists

Meteorologists and climatologists analyze and forecast weather, provide consultation on atmospheric phenomena and conduct research into the processes and phenomena of weather, climate and atmosphere.

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Geoscientists include geologists, geochemists and geophysicists who conduct programs of exploration and research to extend knowledge of the structure, composition and processes of the earth, to locate, identify and extract hydrocarbon, mineral and groundwater resources and to assess and mitigate the effects of development and waste disposal projects on the environment.

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Oceanographers conduct programs of exploration and research on ocean processes and phenomena, biological, chemical and physical characteristics of oceans, interactions with atmospheric and geological environments and impacts of human activity on oceans and marine ecosystems

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Metallurgists conduct theoretical and applied research in metallurgy.

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Materials scientists conduct theoretical and applied research into the properties, composition and production of materials.

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Biologists conduct basic and applied research to extend knowledge of living organisms, to manage natural resources, and to develop new practices and products related to medicine and agriculture.

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Agricultural representatives, consultants and specialists provide assistance and advice to farmers on all aspects of farm management, cultivation, fertilization, harvesting, soil erosion and composition, disease prevention, nutrition, crop rotation and marketing.

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Science policy and program officers conduct research, prepare reports, provide consultation and advice, administer programs in areas related to the natural and applied sciences.

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Post-secondary research assistants assist university professors, community college and CEGEP teachers and other faculty members in research activities at universities and colleges.

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Ergonomists or human factors specialists conduct research, prepare reports and provide consultation and advice on, and intervene in, the physical, social and psychological interrelationships between persons, their equipment and the environment.

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Social policy researchers conduct research, develop policy and implement and administer programs in areas such as employment, immigration, law enforcement, corrections, human rights, housing, labour and family services.

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Housing policy analysts conduct research, develop policy, and implement and administer housing programs.

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Recreation, sports and fitness policy analysts develop policies related to recreation, sports and physical fitness.

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Geographers study and analyze the spatial distribution and interrelationships of physical, biological, cultural and social patterns.

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Forestry professionals conduct research, develop plans and administer and direct programs related to the management and harvesting of forest resources.

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Public and environmental health and safety professionals review, evaluate and monitor public health and environmental safety hazards and develop strategies to prevent, control and eliminate disease and environmental impact caused by biological and chemical factors. They inspect restaurants, industrial establishments, municipal water systems, public facilities, and institutions to ensure compliance with government regulations regarding sanitation, pollution control and the handling and storage of hazardous substances.

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Statisticians research statistical theories, and develop and apply statistical techniques to solve problems in such fields as science, engineering, business and social sciences.

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Geological and mineral technologists provide technical support and services or may work independently in the fields of oil and gas exploration and production, geophysics, petroleum engineering, geology, mining and mining engineering, mineralogy, extractive and physical metallurgy, metallurgical engineering and environmental protection.

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Cartographic technologists and technicians prepare and revise maps and charts from photographs, manuscripts, survey notes and other maps.

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Economists and economic policy researchers and analysts conduct research, monitor data, analyze information and prepare reports and plans to resolve economic and business problems and develop models to analyze, explain and forecast economic behaviour and patterns. They advise on matters such as finance, fiscal and monetary policy, international trade, agricultural and natural resource commodities and labour and industrial markets.

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Social survey researchers conduct research, develop policy and implement or administer programs in areas such as employment, immigration, corrections, housing, labour and family services.

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Health policy researchers, consultants and program officers conduct research, produce reports and administer health care policies and programs.

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Psychometricians develop psychological tests, scales and measures, and may administer or apply and interpret such tests, scales and measures. Psychometrists administer and score psychological tests, usually under the supervision of a registered psychologist.

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Other social science professionals specialize in particular areas of social sciences and humanities disciplines.

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Occupational and industrial hygienists conduct research, prepare reports, provide consultation and advice, and administer programs related to physical and chemical hazards and stresses in the workplace.

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