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In 14 of the 42 jobs that do this, AI or robots already show up on it, most often as work people hand to AI. In the other 28, there's no evidence yet. Jobs spend a median of 45m of an 8-hour shift on it, and about 2.7 million U.S. workers hold these jobs.
28No evidence yet
1With AI
13Often handed to 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Clinical NeuropsychologistsWrite or prepare detailed clinical neuropsychological reports, using data from psychological or neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct observations, or interviews. | 1h 52m | No evidence yet |
| NeuropsychologistsWrite or prepare detailed clinical neuropsychological reports, using data from psychological or neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct observations, or interviews. | 1h 41m | No evidence yet |
| Animal ScientistsWrite up or orally communicate research findings to the scientific community, producers, and the public. | 1h 34m | No evidence yet |
| HydrologistsPrepare written and oral reports describing research results, using illustrations, maps, appendices, and other information. | 1h 20m | Often handed to AI |
| Forensic Science TechniciansKeep records and prepare reports detailing findings, investigative methods, and laboratory techniques. | 1h 20m | No evidence yet |
| Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including HealthRecord test data and prepare reports, summaries, or charts that interpret test results. | 1h 16m | Often handed to AI |
| SociologistsPrepare publications and reports containing research findings. | 1h 15m | Often handed to AI |
| Soil and Plant ScientistsCommunicate research or project results to other professionals or the public or teach related courses, seminars, or workshops. | 1h 14m | With AI |
| GeographersWrite and present reports of research findings. | 1h 13m | Often handed to AI |
| Anthropologists and ArcheologistsWrite about and present research findings for a variety of specialized and general audiences. | 1h 11m | Often handed to AI |
| Zoologists and Wildlife BiologistsDisseminate information by writing reports and scientific papers or journal articles, and by making presentations and giving talks for schools, clubs, interest groups and park interpretive programs. | 1h 11m | No evidence yet |
| AstronomersPresent research findings at scientific conferences and in papers written for scientific journals. | 1h 4m | No evidence yet |
| ChemistsWrite technical papers or reports or prepare standards and specifications for processes, facilities, products, or tests. | 58m | No evidence yet |
| MicrobiologistsPrepare technical reports and recommendations, based upon research outcomes. | 58m | No evidence yet |
| EpidemiologistsCommunicate research findings on various types of diseases to health practitioners, policy makers, and the public. | 56m | No evidence yet |
| School PsychologistsInterpret test results and prepare psychological reports for teachers, administrators, and parents. | 53m | No evidence yet |
| Political ScientistsDisseminate research results through academic publications, written reports, or public presentations. | 53m | No evidence yet |
| Materials ScientistsPrepare reports, manuscripts, proposals, and technical manuals for use by other scientists and requestors, such as sponsors and customers. | 53m | Often handed to AI |
| Survey ResearchersPrepare and present summaries and analyses of survey data, including tables, graphs, and fact sheets that describe survey techniques and results. | 53m | Often handed to AI |
| Medical ScientistsWrite and publish articles in scientific journals. | 51m | No evidence yet |
| Social Science Research AssistantsProvide assistance with the preparation of project-related reports, manuscripts, and presentations. | 45m | Often handed to AI |
| Bioinformatics ScientistsCommunicate research results through conference presentations, scientific publications, or project reports. | 45m | No evidence yet |
| GeneticistsPrepare results of experimental findings for presentation at professional conferences or in scientific journals. | 42m | Often handed to AI |
| Atmospheric and Space ScientistsPrepare forecasts or briefings to meet the needs of industry, business, government, or other groups. | 42m | No evidence yet |
| Molecular and Cellular BiologistsPrepare or review reports, manuscripts, or meeting presentations. | 42m | No evidence yet |
| PhysicistsDescribe and express observations and conclusions in mathematical terms. | 39m | No evidence yet |
| Remote Sensing Scientists and TechnologistsPrepare or deliver reports or presentations of geospatial project information. | 34m | No evidence yet |
| Agricultural TechniciansPrepare data summaries, reports, or analyses that include results, charts, or graphs to document research findings and results. | 31m | No evidence yet |
| Chemical TechniciansWrite technical reports or prepare graphs or charts to document experimental results. | 31m | Often handed to AI |
| Environmental EconomistsPrepare and deliver presentations to communicate economic and environmental study results, to present policy recommendations, or to raise awareness of environmental consequences. | 30m | No evidence yet |
| Biochemists and BiophysicistsPrepare reports or recommendations, based upon research outcomes. | 27m | Often handed to AI |
| GeoscientistsCommunicate geological findings by writing research papers, participating in conferences, or teaching geological science at universities. | 25m | No evidence yet |
| Project Management SpecialistsCreate project status presentations for delivery to customers or project personnel. | 23m | No evidence yet |
| Clinical and Counseling PsychologistsWrite reports on clients and maintain required paperwork. | 19m | No evidence yet |
| Remote Sensing TechniciansDocument methods used and write technical reports containing information collected. | 19m | Often handed to AI |
| Industrial-Organizational PsychologistsConduct presentations on research findings for clients or at research meetings. | 18m | No evidence yet |
| Urban and Regional PlannersPrepare reports, using statistics, charts, and graphs, to illustrate planning studies in areas such as population, land use, or zoning. | 18m | No evidence yet |
| Transportation PlannersPrepare or review engineering studies or specifications. | 13m | Often handed to AI |
| HistoriansSpeak to various groups, organizations, and clubs to promote the aims and activities of historical societies. | 12m | No evidence yet |
| EconomistsProvide litigation support, such as writing reports for expert testimony or testifying as an expert witness. | 12m | No evidence yet |
| BiologistsRepresent employer in a technical capacity at conferences. | 6m | No evidence yet |
| Penetration TestersDevelop presentations on threat intelligence. | 6m | No evidence yet |
How to read this
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