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In 32 of the 56 jobs that do this, AI or robots already show up on it, most often as help from AI. In the other 24, there's no evidence yet. Jobs spend a median of 21m of an 8-hour shift on it, and about 8.1 million U.S. workers hold these jobs.
24No evidence yet
32With AI
Every job that does this
Each job words the task its own way. Minutes are that job's estimate for a typical shift; the label is the evidence for that job's version.
| Job and its version of the task | Per shift | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary Law TeachersKeep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. | 40m | With AI |
| Philosophy and Religion Teachers, PostsecondaryKeep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. | 32m | With AI |
| Postsecondary Political Science TeachersKeep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. | 32m | With AI |
| Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, PostsecondaryKeep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. | 31m | With AI |
| Postsecondary Health Specialties TeachersKeep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. | 31m | With AI |
| Postsecondary Computer Science TeachersKeep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. | 30m | With AI |
| Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, PostsecondaryKeep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. | 29m | With AI |
| Postsecondary Agricultural Sciences TeachersKeep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. | 29m | With AI |
| Postsecondary Environmental Science TeachersKeep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. | 28m | With AI |
| Postsecondary History TeachersKeep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. | 28m | With AI |
| Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, PostsecondaryKeep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. | 27m | With AI |
| Postsecondary Sociology TeachersKeep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. | 27m | With AI |
| Postsecondary Psychology TeachersKeep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. | 26m | With AI |
| Postsecondary Geography TeachersKeep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. | 25m | With AI |
| Postsecondary Business TeachersKeep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional organizations and conferences. | 25m | With AI |
| Postsecondary Biological Science TeachersKeep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. | 25m | With AI |
| Postsecondary Economics TeachersKeep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. | 25m | With AI |
| Postsecondary Teaching AssistantsAttend lectures given by the supervising instructor. | 25m | No evidence yet |
| Postsecondary Social Work TeachersKeep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. | 24m | With AI |
| Postsecondary Engineering TeachersKeep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. | 24m | With AI |
| Postsecondary Physics TeachersKeep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. | 24m | With AI |
| Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, PostsecondaryKeep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. | 24m | With AI |
| Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, PostsecondaryKeep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. | 24m | With AI |
| Postsecondary Communications TeachersKeep abreast of developments and technological advances in the communication field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. | 23m | With AI |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, PostsecondaryKeep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. | 22m | With AI |
| Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, PostsecondaryKeep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. | 22m | With AI |
| Postsecondary Architecture TeachersKeep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. | 21m | With AI |
| Postsecondary Education TeachersKeep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. | 21m | With AI |
| Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, PostsecondaryKeep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. | 21m | With AI |
| Postsecondary Library Science TeachersKeep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, giving presentations at conferences, and serving on committees in professional associations. | 21m | With AI |
| Postsecondary Chemistry TeachersKeep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. | 19m | With AI |
| Postsecondary Mathematical Science TeachersKeep abreast of developments and technological advances in the mathematical field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. | 17m | No evidence yet |
| Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, PostsecondaryKeep abreast of developments in their field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional organizations and activities. | 17m | With AI |
| Elementary School Special Education TeachersAttend professional meetings, educational conferences, or teacher training workshops to maintain or improve professional competence. | 17m | No evidence yet |
| Nursing Instructors and Teachers, PostsecondaryKeep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. | 15m | With AI |
| Librarians and Media Collections SpecialistsEngage in professional development activities, such as taking continuing education classes and attending or participating in conferences, workshops, professional meetings, and associations. | 13m | No evidence yet |
| Postsecondary Career/Technical Education TeachersParticipate in conferences, seminars, and training sessions to keep abreast of developments in the field, and integrate relevant information into training programs. | 12m | No evidence yet |
| Adapted Physical Education SpecialistsAttend in-service training, workshops, or meetings to keep abreast of current practices or trends in adapted physical education. | 12m | No evidence yet |
| Preschool Special Education TeachersAttend professional meetings, educational conferences, or teacher training workshops to maintain or improve professional competence. | 12m | No evidence yet |
| Advertising and Promotions ManagersAttend or participate in conferences, community events, and promotional events related to products or technologies. | 11m | No evidence yet |
| Kindergarten Special Education TeachersAttend professional meetings, educational conferences, or teacher training workshops to maintain or improve professional competence. | 11m | No evidence yet |
| Secondary School Special Education TeachersAttend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence. | 11m | No evidence yet |
| Elementary School TeachersAttend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence. | 10m | No evidence yet |
| Middle School Career/Technical Education TeachersAttend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence. | 10m | No evidence yet |
| Short-Term Substitute TeachersAttend professional meetings, educational conferences, or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence. | 10m | No evidence yet |
| Secondary School TeachersAttend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence. | 10m | No evidence yet |
| TutorsParticipate in training and development sessions to improve tutoring practices or learn new tutoring techniques. | 9m | No evidence yet |
| Self-Enrichment TeachersAttend professional meetings, conferences, and workshops to maintain and improve professional competence. | 8m | No evidence yet |
| Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language InstructorsAttend professional meetings, conferences, and workshops to maintain and improve professional competence. | 8m | No evidence yet |
| Dental HygienistsAttend continuing education courses to maintain or update skills. | 8m | No evidence yet |
| Preschool TeachersAttend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence. | 7m | No evidence yet |
| Secondary School Career/Technical Education TeachersAttend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence. | 6m | No evidence yet |
| English Language and Literature Teachers, PostsecondaryParticipate in cultural and literary activities, such as traveling abroad and attending performing arts events. | 5m | No evidence yet |
| Kindergarten TeachersAttend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence. | 5m | No evidence yet |
| Middle School TeachersAttend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence. | 5m | No evidence yet |
| Middle School Special Education TeachersAttend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence. | 5m | No evidence yet |
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