Industry Jobs for a Planetary Scientist

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Industry jobs for planetary scientists primarily focus on Earth-related applications, such as identifying oil and mineral deposits, analyzing seismic activity, and contributing to weather forecasting. Companies in the oil and mining sectors, as well as mapping organizations, actively seek candidates with expertise in these areas. Recent graduates with a B.S. in Astrophysics can find relevant job listings on platforms like Indeed, which features a variety of opportunities tailored to planetary science skills.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of geological mapping techniques
  • Knowledge of seismic analysis and interpretation
  • Familiarity with remote sensing technologies
  • Proficiency in data analysis software relevant to Earth sciences
NEXT STEPS
  • Research job opportunities in geological mapping companies
  • Explore seismic analysis tools and methodologies
  • Learn about remote sensing applications in environmental monitoring
  • Investigate data analysis software used in Earth sciences, such as MATLAB or Python
USEFUL FOR

Recent graduates in planetary science, aspiring industry professionals, and anyone interested in applying astrophysical skills to Earth-focused careers.

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I am recent undergraduate with a B.S in Astrophysics. I was looking at getting a PhD in planetary science, but curious what type of industry jobs are available. I'm not interested in working in academia.
 
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You'd have to limit it to our planet and so what skills do you have related to that?

Can you identify where oil or mineral deposits are? then oil companies and mining companies might be interested.

Earthquake, tsunami or weather fields might be interested.

Mapping companies too.

Indeed seems to have jobs for them:

https://www.indeed.com/q-Planetary-Science-jobs.html
 
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