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Climatologist

Are you passionate about saving our planet? As a climatologist, you’ll dive into the science of climate and weather, helping to understand and combat climate change. Your work could inspire future generations and make a real difference in the world!

Climatologist

22

Physical Sciences

AI IMPACT
AI USED FOR22%moving to67%
THE DOOR, NOWB
THE DOOR, 20 YRSD
STARTING PAY£25,000 - £30,000
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.

THE DOOR: A easy to E extremely hard, now and in 20 years

AI helps here, but has not taken over
AI is already used for some of this job, but the day-to-day work still leans on a person to decide, check and take responsibility. Nothing formally protects this job though, so the safest move is to keep building the judgement AI cannot yet copy.

Career progression path

1FIRST STEPJunior ClimatologistIn this role, you will assist in collecting and analyzing climate data, helping to create reports and contribute to research projects.£25,000 - £30,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEClimatologistAs a climatologist, you will conduct independent research, interpret climate data, and present your findings to stakeholders, influencing policy and public awareness.£35,000 - £45,000
3PEAK CAREERLead ClimatologistAt the peak of your career, you will lead major climate research projects, advise governments and organizations, and be a key voice in the fight against climate change.£60,000+

The degree route

Real courses in this career's subject, from the live library of 35,000; every one is AI impact assessed through its actual graduate destinations.

🎓Acoustical Engineering with Industrial Placement YearUniversity of Southampton · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£32,000 median
🎓PhysicsQueen's University of Belfast · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£30,000 median
🎓Chemistry with Cosmetic ScienceThe University of Reading · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£29,000 median
🎓Earth Sciences (International Programme)University College London · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£29,000 median
🎓Geography and Economics (Regional Science) with Professional ExperienceThe University of Reading · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£29,000 median
🎓Geography and Middle East StudiesUniversity of St Andrews · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£28,000 median

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There is more than one way in

You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.

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