Stratigraphists
Stratigraphists are geoscientists who study stratigraphy, the branch of geology that focuses on rock layers (strata) and their distribution, deposition, ages, and relationships. Their work seeks to reconstruct the geological history of the Earth by interpreting how sediments were laid down, the environments in which they formed, and how tectonic, climatic, and sea-level changes influenced layering over time.
They employ a range of methods and sub-disciplines. Lithostratigraphy classifies rock units by lithology and their
Stratigraphists work in academia, museums, and industry, including oil and gas exploration, mining, groundwater assessment, and
Education typically requires a degree in geology or earth sciences, with graduate study for research roles