Paleontologist

The definition of paleontologist is someone involved in the scientific study of life of the geologic past that involves the analysis of plant and animal fossils, including those of microscopic size, preserved in rocks; concerned with all aspects of the biology of ancient life forms

The paleontologists on a team usually have differing areas of specialization, giving a well-rounded scientific understanding to the expedition's findings.

A good site for general information on "I Want to be a Paleontologist" can be found at the Paleontological Research Institution's Internet site at www.priweb.org.