Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
Software developer
Data analyst
Web developer
Network engineer
Database administrator
Accountant
Registered nurse
Electrician
Civil engineer
Graphic designer
climatologist
ESCO occupation · 16 essential, 24 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
collect weather-related data
conduct research on climate processes
carry out meteorological research
climatology
use data processing techniques
scientific research methodology
advise on weather-related issues
use measurement instruments
statistics
meteorology
execute analytical mathematical calculations
mathematics
apply scientific methods
apply statistical analysis techniques
perform scientific research
scientific modelling
Optional & specialised skills
oceanography
collect samples for analysis
manage meteorological database
write scientific papers
ICT system programming
operate meteorological instruments
calibrate electronic instruments
palaeoclimatology
design graphics
use specialised computer models for weather forecasting
aviation meteorology
analyse environmental data
design scientific equipment
environmental policy
use geographic information systems
geology
determine historic climate changes
use meteorological tools to forecast meteorological conditions
develop environmental policy
geographic information systems
assess environmental impact
monitor aviation meteorology
develop models for weather forecast
operate remote sensing equipment
Coming next: live skill demand and trends — how often each skill
actually appears in job ads — arrive with the EURES / Cedefop integration. The skills above
are the canonical requirements for the role from the EU ESCO taxonomy.