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?
Veterinarian
28%
#126 / 623
View rankingVeterinarian
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Inoculate animals against various diseases, such as rabies or distemper.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Examine animals to detect and determine the nature of diseases or injuries.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Collect body tissue, feces, blood, urine, or other body fluids for examination and analysis.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 48% | +4.8 |
Treat sick or injured animals by prescribing medication, setting bones, dressing wounds, or performing surgery.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 12% | +1.1 |
Advise animal owners regarding sanitary measures, feeding, general care, medical conditions, or treatment options.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Direct the overall operations of animal hospitals, clinics, or mobile services to farms.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Provide care to a wide range of animals or specialize in a particular species, such as horses or exotic birds.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Train or supervise workers who handle or care for animals.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 22% | +1.3 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 31% | 28% | +8.7 |
| Total | 100% | 28% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- biosecurity related to animals
- signs of animal illness
- animal welfare legislation
- animal production science
- physiology of animals
- environmental enrichment for animals
- fundamental veterinary sciences
- veterinary clinical sciences
- anatomy of animals
- animal behaviour
Sources for this job· O*NET 29-1131.00· ESCO/ISCO 2250