Oceanographers Employ Mathematical, Engineering And Scientific Theories To Investigate The Relationships Between Fresh Water, Seawater, The Biosphere, Atmosphere And Polar Ice Caps.
Oceanographer Duties/Functions/Responsibilities
using numerical/computer modelling to simulate ocean phenomena
testing samples in laboratory conditions
keeping up-to-date with scientific and research developments
attending relevant oceanography conferences, training courses and field trips
writing funding bids and research proposals
planning, organising and leading field research trips
collecting field samples and data
giving lectures and making presentations
writing research papers, reports and reviews
analysing water samples for mineral content and life forms
recording, analysing and interpreting data obtained from samples and remote sensing equipment
using numerical/statistical modelling to make predictions about trends
using sophisticated equipment and specialist techniques to analyse samples.
