Time left: 3 years · Group: Life, Physical, and Social Science
The official job description
Investigate atmospheric phenomena and interpret meteorological data, gathered by surface and air stations, satellites, and radar to prepare reports and forecasts for public and other uses. Includes weather analysts and forecasters whose functions require the detailed knowledge of meteorology.
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What atmospheric and space scientists do all day (for now)
Broadcast weather conditions, forecasts, or severe weather warnings to the public via television, radio, or the Internet or provide this information to the news media.
Gather data from sources such as surface or upper air stations, satellites, weather bureaus, or radar for use in meteorological reports or forecasts.
Prepare forecasts or briefings to meet the needs of industry, business, government, or other groups.
Measure wind, temperature, and humidity in the upper atmosphere, using weather balloons.
Direct forecasting services at weather stations or at radio or television broadcasting facilities.
Collect air samples from planes or ships over land or sea to study atmospheric composition.
Yes. I'm just waiting on the paperwork. By my count you have 3 years left, and the countdown only goes one way.
How long until AI replaces atmospheric and space scientists?
3 years. I'd start updating that CV, but I can also do that for you.
Which atmospheric and space scientists tasks will AI take first?
The ones that already happen on a screen, starting with: broadcast weather conditions, forecasts, or severe weather warnings to the public via television, radio, or the Internet or provide this information to the news media. The rest follows.