Oceanographer Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of an Oceanographer includes the following duties and responsibilities:

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.
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
Using numerical/computer modelling to simulate ocean phenomena
Testing samples in laboratory conditions
Giving lectures and making presentations
Writing research papers, reports and reviews

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Oceanographer duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Oceanographer roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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