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Geophysicist - Personal requirements

Kaimātai Pūtaiao Whenua

Skills & knowledge

Geophysicists need to have:

knowledge of the principles of physics and the geological nature of the Earth
practical skills for performing experiments and operating scientific equipment
research skills and skill in analysing and interpreting research results and other information
problem-solving skills
planning and organisational skills
communication skills
writing skills, for writing reports and for publications
maths and computer skills.

Geophysicists need to have excellent research skills

Gillian Turner lecturing on geophysics theory

Personal Qualities

Geophysicists need to be:

accurate
patient
enquiring
willing to persevere with their research and experiments
prepared to spend time outdoors.

"You need to have an interest in earth science and the desire to get out there and solve real problems to do with the Earth."

Gillian Turner - Senior Geophysics Lecturer

Physical Requirements

Geophysicists need to be fit and strong as they are often conduct experiments outside, in what can be extreme environments. They have to be able to walk to remote locations and carry heavy equipment.