Oceanography Researcher
かいようがくけんきゅうしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Researchers
- Minor : Natural Science Researchers
Summary
A research position that observes and analyzes marine environments and ocean phenomena, contributing to the construction of theoretical models, environmental conservation, and resource management.
Description
Oceanography researchers are specialists who elucidate physical processes, chemical compositions, and ecosystems of the ocean through marine environment surveys and analyses. They conduct research across diverse scales from global to regional by combining fieldwork observations, sample collection, laboratory analyses, remote sensing, and numerical simulations. Research outcomes are applied to climate change prediction, sustainable marine resource utilization, and environmental conservation, with many industry-academia-government collaboration projects and international joint research efforts.
Future Outlook
Amid growing interest in climate change, marine resource management, and environmental conservation, demand for oceanography researchers is on an increasing trend. Advances in satellite observation and big data analysis technologies are also expanding new research areas.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Affiliated with Public Research Institutions / Affiliated with University Research Institutions / Overseas Fieldwork / Private Research Institutions
Career Path
Graduate Research Assistant → Postdoc Researcher → Assistant Professor / Associate Professor → Professor → Chief Researcher at Research Institutions
Required Skills
Data Analysis / Field Surveys / Programming (Python, MATLAB) / Remote Sensing Analysis
Recommended Skills
GIS Analysis / Operation and Maintenance of Marine Observation Equipment / Reading English Papers / Satellite Image Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | The ability to statistically and quantitatively analyze large amounts of observational data is important. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because precision in measurements and data processing directly leads to results. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Continuous acquisition of new analysis methods, technologies, and knowledge is necessary. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical skills are required to handle ocean models and numerical analysis. |
| Problem Solving | Because responses to unexpected natural phenomena or data gaps are required. |
Related Qualifications
- PhD (Oceanography)
Aliases
- Marine Science Researcher
- Oceanographer
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