Remote sensing scientist, Kaipūtaiao raraunga mai tawhiti
Also known as
- Environmental data scientist, remote sensing and spatial scientist, geospatial analyst, remote sensing and data scientist
Remote sensing scientists analyse and manage data collected from systems like satellites. They use findings to solve problems in areas like environmental management and national security.
Your pay could be
$59K
Lower
$69K to $101K
Most common
$122K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Remote sensing scientists
- usually work regular business hours but may work evenings or weekends
- usually work in offices and outdoors and may travel
- need to be methodical, accurate and identify and solve problems
Tasks
- analyse geological or geographical remote system data
- collect environmental data and samples
- record research or operational data
- develop scientific databases
- develop research methods
- test and assess new technology and methods
- prepare scientific reports and presentations
- train people in scientific methods
Practical
Investigative
Organised
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You need
- a bachelor's degree in geology, geophysics and geochemistry, earth sciences, computer science or similar area
You may need
- a master's degree in earth sciences, geology, geophysics and geochemistry or similar area
- experience in similar work
If you’re in school
You need University Entrance to do the study or training for this job.
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