Astronomer
Observes and studies space objects and events to learn more about the universe or solve practical problems.
Will AI replace astronomer jobs?
AI changes jobs more often than it replaces them. How much AI can help with this work: High. More AI overlap than 85 in 100 jobs. AI can help with many tasks. The job is changing fast, and people who use AI well will lead it. 39% 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
- Study space events using telescopes and scientific instruments
- Use computers to study research data and find its meaning
- Review scientific proposals and research papers
What stays human
- Mentor graduate students and junior colleagues
- Measure radio, infrared, gamma, and x-ray signals from space
- Serve on professional panels and committees
10-year outlook · USA
Expected change in the number of these jobs by 2035: +7.8%. Typical pay: $128,820 a year. US Bureau of Labor Statistics. German figures differ, but the direction is usually similar.
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