Animal scientist
Researches the genes, feeding, breeding, and growth of farm animals.
Will AI replace animal scientist jobs?
AI changes jobs more often than it replaces them. How much AI can help with this work: High. More AI overlap than 83 in 100 jobs. AI can help with many tasks. The job is changing fast, and people who use AI well will lead it. 0% of this job’s working time is already spent on tasks people bring to AI at work (Anthropic Economic Index). Based on Microsoft research on real AI use at work, matched to the tasks of each job in O*NET.
What AI already helps with
- Share research findings with scientists, producers, and the public
- Advise producers on better products and methods for raising animals
- Develop better ways of feeding, housing, and keeping animals healthy
What stays human
- Research animal nutrition, breeding, and management to improve products
- Study how management, feed, and conditions affect products like eggs and milk
- Study what animals need to eat and what feed is worth
10-year outlook · USA
Expected change in the number of these jobs by 2035: +5.8%. Typical pay: $68,940 a year. US Bureau of Labor Statistics. German figures differ, but the direction is usually similar.
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