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Will AI replace Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health?
O*NET occupation 19-2041.00
Conduct research or perform investigation for the purpose of identifying, abating, or eliminating sources of pollutants or hazards that affect either the environment or public health. Using knowledge of various scientific disciplines, may collect, synthesize, study, report, and recommend action based on data derived from measurements or observations of air, food, soil, water, and other sources.
O*NET alternate job titles
- Environmental Analyst
- Environmental Health Specialist
- Environmental Scientist
- Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS)
- Environmental Health and Safety Specialist (EHS Specialist)
- Environmental Specialist
- Environmental Safety Specialist
- Project Environmental Scientist
Example core tasks from the O*NET database
- Communicate scientific or technical information to the public, organizations, or internal audiences through oral briefings, written documents, workshops, conferences, training sessions, or public hearings.
- Monitor effects of pollution or land degradation and recommend means of prevention or control.
- Collect, synthesize, analyze, manage, and report environmental data, such as pollution emission measurements, atmospheric monitoring measurements, meteorological or mineralogical information, or soil or water samples.
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