5.0ModerateNo Shortage
Science Technicians
Engineering, ICT and Science Technicians · Agricultural, Medical and Science Technicians
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Median Weekly Pay
$1,794
Full-time workers
Employment
23,500
Total workers
10yr Growth
+8.6%
Projected to 2035
Shortage Status
No Shortage
JSA Official AI Exposure
Automation40.0%
Augmentation72.0%
Key Tasks
- •Preparing materials for experimentation such as freezing and slicing specimens and mixing chemicals
- •Collecting information and samples
- •Conducting field and laboratory experiments, tests and analyses
- •Presenting results in graphic and written form by preparing maps, charts, sketches, diagrams and reports
- •Performing routine mathematical calculations, and computations of measurements
- •Controlling the quality and quantity of laboratory supplies by testing samples and monitoring usage
- •Checking, calibrating and maintaining test equipment
- •Participating in fabricating, installing and modifying equipment to ensure that critical standards are met
- •Preparing experiments and demonstrations for science classes
Employment Projections to 2035
Median Age
44
Female Share
49.0%
Part-Time Share
26.0%
Skill Level
2 / 5