Automation index
How much of a Biologist’s job can AI already do?
Studies organisms and ecosystems, in the field, the lab or consulting.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Biologist
31%
AI can already do 31% of this job.
#30 / 623
View rankingBiologist
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Teach or supervise students and perform research at universities and colleges.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 17% | 22% | +3.7 |
Identify, classify, and study structure, behavior, ecology, physiology, nutrition, culture, and distribution of plant and animal species.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
Program and use computers to store, process, and analyze data.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 15% | 48% | +7.2 |
Supervise biological technicians and technologists and other scientists.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 15% | 22% | +3.3 |
Research environmental effects of present and potential uses of land and water areas, determining methods of improving environmental conditions or such outputs as crop yields.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 22% | +1.3 |
Collect and analyze biological data about relationships among and between organisms and their environment.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 48% | +2.9 |
Study basic principles of plant and animal life, such as origin, relationship, development, anatomy, and function.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Review reports and proposals, such as those relating to land use classifications and recreational development, for accuracy, adequacy, or adherence to policies, regulations, or scientific standards.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 55% | +2.8 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 15% | 28% | +4.2 |
| Total | 100% | 31% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- microbiology-bacteriology
- genetics
- biotechnology
- laboratory techniques
- biology
- medical genetics
- genetic engineering
- scientific research methodology
- manage research data
- perform laboratory tests
Sources for this job· O*NET 19-1029.04· ESCO/ISCO 2131
IS WORK OVER?
Pediatrician
21%
#428 / 623
View rankingPediatrician
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury in infants and children.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Treat children who have minor illnesses, acute and chronic health problems, and growth and development concerns.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Examine children regularly to assess their growth and development.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical history, reports, or examination results.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 12% | +1.3 |
Advise patients, parents or guardians, and community members concerning diet, activity, hygiene, and disease prevention.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 12% | +1.2 |
Examine patients or order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests to obtain information on medical condition and determine diagnosis.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 12% | +1.1 |
Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients and parents or guardians.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 12% | +1.1 |
Monitor patients' conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 12% | +0.8 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 21% | 28% | +5.9 |
| Total | 100% | 21% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- manage research data
- operate open source software
- demonstrate disciplinary expertise
- think abstractly
- manage personal professional development
- synthesise information
- develop own practices continuously
Sources for this job· O*NET 29-1221.00· ESCO/ISCO 2211