Geochemist

Studies the chemical composition of rocks, soil, water and minerals to support mining, environmental and earth-science investigations. Explore current demand, important skills and estimated junior, mid-level and senior salaries, plus 1 linked programme across 1 university. Enter your subjects and marks to discover which linked programmes you may qualify for.

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Career overview

What does a Geochemist do?

Studies the chemical composition of rocks, soil, water and minerals to support mining, environmental and earth-science investigations.

Demand level: Medium

Earning potential

Estimated annual salaries

JuniorR420 000 p.a.Mid-levelR750 000 p.a.SeniorR1 200 000 p.a.

Salary figures are estimates and may vary by employer, experience, qualifications, location and economic conditions.

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Skills linked to this career

Geochemistry · EssentialLaboratory analysis · EssentialData interpretation · ImportantField sampling · ImportantScientific reporting · Important
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Programmes linked to this career

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GEOLOGY AND CHEMISTRY — University of Johannesburg

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What does a Geochemist do?

Studies the chemical composition of rocks, soil, water and minerals to support mining, environmental and earth-science investigations.

What skills are important for this career?

Important skills include Geochemistry, Laboratory analysis, Data interpretation, Field sampling, Scientific reporting.

What salary can I expect?

VX provides junior, mid-level and senior annual salary estimates. Actual earnings vary by employer, experience, qualifications, location and economic conditions.

Which programmes can lead to this career?

1 linked programme is currently available in the VX database. Use Course Match to see which ones fit your subjects and marks.