Atmospheric and Space Scientists

• Broadcast weather conditions, forecasts, or severe weather warnings to the public via television, radio, or the Internet or provide this information to the news media.
• Interpret data, reports, maps, photographs, or charts to predict long- or short-range weather conditions, using computer models and knowledge of climate theory, physics, and mathematics.
• Develop or use mathematical or computer models for weather forecasting.
• Gather data from sources such as surface or upper air stations, satellites, weather bureaus, or radar for use in meteorological reports or forecasts.
• Prepare forecasts or briefings to meet the needs of industry, business, government, or other groups.
• Measure wind, temperature, and humidity in the upper atmosphere, using weather balloons.
• Conduct numerical simulations of climate conditions to understand and predict global or regional weather patterns.
• Direct forecasting services at weather stations or at radio or television broadcasting facilities.
• Formulate predictions by interpreting environmental data, such as meteorological, atmospheric, oceanic, paleoclimate, climate, or related information.
• Prepare scientific atmospheric or climate reports, articles, or texts.
• Perform managerial duties, such as creating work schedules, creating or implementing staff training, matching staff expertise to situations, or analyzing performance of offices.
• Consult with other offices, agencies, professionals, or researchers regarding the use and interpretation of climatological information for weather predictions and warnings.
• Conduct meteorological research into the processes or determinants of atmospheric phenomena, weather, or climate.
• Analyze historical climate information, such as precipitation or temperature records, to help predict future weather or climate trends.
• Analyze climate data sets, using techniques such as geophysical fluid dynamics, data assimilation, or numerical modeling.
• Design or develop new equipment or methods for meteorological data collection, remote sensing, or related applications.
• Apply meteorological knowledge to issues such as global warming, pollution control, or ozone depletion.
• Research the impact of industrial projects or pollution on climate, air quality, or weather phenomena.

Source: O*NET OnLine information for Atmospheric and Space Scientists.

• Science - Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
• Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
• Instructing - Teaching others how to do something.

Source: O*NET OnLine information for Atmospheric and Space Scientists.