Automation index
How much of a QA tester’s job can AI already do?
Today an AI can already do 38% of this job. Architecture, the hard calls, and review still need someone who has broken production.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
QA tester
38%
AI can already do 38% of this job.
#11 / 623
View rankingQA tester
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Identify, analyze, and document problems with program function, output, online screen, or content.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 12% | 55% | +6.6 |
Document software defects, using a bug tracking system, and report defects to software developers.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 55% | +6.1 |
Install, maintain, or use software testing programs.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Monitor program performance to ensure efficient and problem-free operations.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Develop testing programs that address areas such as database impacts, software scenarios, regression testing, negative testing, error or bug retests, or usability.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 48% | +2.9 |
Document test procedures to ensure replicability and compliance with standards.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 55% | +3.3 |
Create or maintain databases of known test defects.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 48% | +2.9 |
Provide feedback and recommendations to developers on software usability and functionality.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 39% | 28% | +10.9 |
| Total | 100% | 38% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- internal risk management policy
- ICT quality policy
- software anomalies
- levels of software testing
- quality standards
- quality assurance methodologies
- ICT process quality models
- set quality assurance objectives
- ensure continuous preparedness for audits
- comply with legal regulations
Sources for this job· O*NET 15-1253.00· ESCO/ISCO 2519
IS WORK OVER?
Pharmacist
25%
#225 / 623
View rankingPharmacist
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Review prescriptions to assure accuracy, to ascertain the needed ingredients, and to evaluate their suitability.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 12% | 28% | +3.4 |
Assess the identity, strength, or purity of medications.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Provide information and advice regarding drug interactions, side effects, dosage, and proper medication storage.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Maintain records, such as pharmacy files, patient profiles, charge system files, inventories, control records for radioactive nuclei, or registries of poisons, narcotics, or controlled drugs.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 12% | +1.1 |
Analyze prescribing trends to monitor patient compliance and to prevent excessive usage or harmful interactions.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 12% | +1.1 |
Advise customers on the selection of medication brands, medical equipment, or healthcare supplies.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Plan, implement, or maintain procedures for mixing, packaging, or labeling pharmaceuticals, according to policy and legal requirements, to ensure quality, security, and proper disposal.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Order and purchase pharmaceutical supplies, medical supplies, or drugs, maintaining stock and storing and handling it properly.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 30% | 28% | +8.4 |
| Total | 100% | 25% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- microbiology-bacteriology
- pharmacy law
- organic chemistry
- physics
- pharmaceutical technology
- pharmacognosy
- human anatomy
- toxicology
- inorganic chemistry
- pharmacokinetics
Sources for this job· O*NET 29-1051.00· ESCO/ISCO 2262