Hydrologists
Life, Physical, and Social ScienceAI Impact Assessment
This job may see some changes due to AI, but human skills remain important.
Hydrologists with an AI automation risk score of 39%. Analysis includes 25 core tasks.
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Key Tasks
Compile and evaluate hydrologic information to prepare navigational charts and maps and to predict atmospheric conditions.
Administer programs designed to ensure the proper sealing of abandoned wells.
Collect and analyze water samples as part of field investigations or to validate data from automatic monitors.
Design and conduct scientific hydrogeological investigations to ensure that accurate and appropriate information is available for use in water resource management decisions.
Conduct research and communicate information to promote the conservation and preservation of water resources.
Prepare written and oral reports describing research results
Measure and graph phenomena such as lake levels
Coordinate and supervise the work of professional and technical staff
Upskilling Courses
Data Sources
Analysis based on O*NET data