Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
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mineralogist
ESCO occupation · 18 essential, 25 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
apply scientific methods
apply safety procedures in laboratory
implement mineral processes
operate microscope
process data
determine crystalline structure
test raw minerals
perform laboratory tests
perform scientific research
perform sample testing
geological mapping
operate scientific measuring equipment
conduct field work
scientific research methodology
collect geological data
apply statistical analysis techniques
examine geochemical samples
advise on geology for mineral extraction
Optional & specialised skills
petrology
communicate on minerals issues
separate metals from ores
impact of geological factors on mining operations
assist with geophysical surveys
collect samples for analysis
geodesy
prepare geological map sections
minerals laws
model mineral deposits
geology
determine characteristics of mineral deposits
develop geological databases
create thematic maps
geographic information systems
interpret geophysical data
label samples
geochemistry
sedimentology
write scientific papers
use earth sciences tools
provide information on geological characteristics
collect data using GPS
develop scientific theories
evaluate mineral resources
Other matches: mine geologist · exploration geologist · mineral processing engineer · environmental geologist
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.