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O*NET 19-1029.01: Bioinformatics ScientistsMedian pay $98,920/year (BLS, May 2025)20 tasksJob Zone 5: Extensive preparation

Conduct research using bioinformatics theory and methods in areas such as pharmaceuticals, medical technology, biotechnology, computational biology, proteomics, computer information science, biology and medical informatics. May design databases and develop algorithms for processing and analyzing genomic information, or other biological information.

Type your own title and every prompt on this page updates to match. Also called: Bioinformaticist, Bioinformatics Programmer, Bioinformatics Research Associate, Computational Biology Scientist, Research Associate, Research Scientist, Scientist.

Where AI fits in this job

AI-ready 22%AI-assist 66%Stays human 12%

Share of the job's tasks, weighted by how important and how frequent each task is (O*NET ratings). 4 AI-ready, 14 AI-assist and 2 human-led tasks out of 20. This measures where AI can help, not whether the job will disappear.

Information & paperwork
Thinking & planning
People & communication
Leading & teaching
Hands-on & physical

Shape of the job: importance of each kind of work activity (O*NET, 1 to 5).

AI can draft these 4

AI produces a usable first pass. You review it, fix it and own it.

Provide statistical and computational tools for biologically based activities, such as genetic analysis, measurement of gene expression, or gene function determination.

Weekly

AI writes, explains and tests code you review.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 72% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person. This label was updated from real usage data.

Show prompt & steps

AI coding assistants can write, explain, test and refactor code from a plain description. You review, test and own what ships.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a bioinformatics scientist. Part of my job is to provide statistical and computational tools for biologically based activities, such as genetic analysis, measurement of gene expression, or gene function determination.

Context: We use Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications VBA and C; the work draws on biology, engineering and technology and chemistry.
Problem: [research question]
Data and tools: [formats, libraries]

Propose an approach and write code with tests and documentation. Propose the approach first, then the code with comments and tests, and point out security risks.

10-minute exercise: Scientific software

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you provide statistical and computational tools (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Problem] and [Data and tools] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Run the tests yourself and read every line before you'd use it.

Don't paste secrets, passwords or proprietary code into tools your employer hasn't approved.

Importance 4.4/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Develop software or applications for scientific or technical use..

Keep abreast of new biochemistries, instrumentation, or software by reading scientific literature and attending professional conferences.

Weekly

AI is a patient tutor for new rules and techniques.

Show prompt & steps

AI is a patient personal tutor. It explains new rules, techniques and technology at your level, quizzes you and builds a study plan.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a bioinformatics scientist. Part of my job is to keep abreast of new biochemistries, instrumentation, or software by reading scientific literature and attending professional conferences.

Context: The work draws on biology, engineering and technology and chemistry.
Field: [my area]
What I need: [new methods, recent findings, specific question]

Act as my tutor: explain the main recent developments, key papers to look up, and quiz me with 5 questions one at a time. I'll verify every paper exists.

10-minute exercise: Literature catch-up

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you keep abreast of new biochemistries, instrumentation and software (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Field] and [What I need] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Look up two of the papers it names and read the abstracts.

AI's knowledge has a cutoff date. For new regulations and standards, always confirm against the official source.

Importance 3.9/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Review professional literature to maintain professional knowledge..

Develop new software applications or customize existing applications to meet specific scientific project needs.

Weekly

AI writes, explains and tests code you review.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 66% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person. This label was updated from real usage data.

Show prompt & steps

AI coding assistants can write, explain, test and refactor code from a plain description. You review, test and own what ships.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a bioinformatics scientist. Part of my job is to develop new software applications or customize existing applications to meet specific scientific project needs.

Context: We use Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications VBA and C; the work draws on biology, engineering and technology and chemistry.
Problem: [research question]
Data and tools: [formats, libraries]

Propose an approach and write code with tests and documentation. Propose the approach first, then the code with comments and tests, and point out security risks.

10-minute exercise: Scientific software

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you develop new software applications (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Problem] and [Data and tools] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Run the tests yourself and read every line before you'd use it.

Don't paste secrets, passwords or proprietary code into tools your employer hasn't approved.

Importance 4.0/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Develop software or applications for scientific or technical use..

Prepare summary statistics of information regarding human genomes.

Weekly

AI writes the first draft from your notes; you check every fact.

Show prompt & steps

Give AI your rough notes, numbers or last version and it will turn them into a clean, well-structured first draft. You check every fact and figure before it goes anywhere.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a bioinformatics scientist. Part of my job is to prepare summary statistics of information regarding human genomes.

Context: We use Microsoft SharePoint.
Here's what I have for the summary statistics of information regarding human genomes: [rough notes, the facts, figures and decisions behind it]

Write a clear first draft that I can check and finish. Keep it [one page / short / formal], laid out so I can paste it into Microsoft SharePoint. Use headings if they help, and mark anything you had to guess with [CHECK].

10-minute exercise: Draft the summary statistics of information regarding human genomes

Step 1Pull up the last summary statistics of information regarding human genomes you did, or jot 5 rough bullets for the next one.
Step 2Paste the prompt and put those bullets in [rough notes]. Pick the length in [one page / short / formal] to match what goes into Microsoft SharePoint.
Step 3Fix every [CHECK] against your source and anything else that's wrong, then compare the time with writing the summary statistics of information regarding human genomes from scratch.

AI will happily make up numbers, names and dates. Every fact in the draft needs checking against your source.

Importance 3.9/5 · O*NET work activity: Research genetic characteristics or expression..

AI can help you prep these 14

AI speeds up the prep, drafting or thinking. The core of the task is still yours.

Consult with researchers to analyze problems, recommend technology-based solutions, or determine computational strategies.

Weekly

AI drafts scripts and configs; design and security are yours.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 35% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

AI can draft configurations, scripts and test cases and explain unfamiliar systems. Architecture and security decisions need your expertise.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a bioinformatics scientist. Part of my job is to consult with researchers to analyze problems, recommend technology-based solutions, or determine computational strategies.

Context: We use Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications VBA and C; the work draws on biology, engineering and technology and chemistry.
Problem: [research question]
Data and tools: [formats, libraries]

Propose an approach and write code with tests and documentation. Propose the approach first, then the code with comments and tests, and point out security risks.

10-minute exercise: Scientific software

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you consult with researchers (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Problem] and [Data and tools] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Run the tests yourself and read every line before you'd use it.

Don't paste secrets, passwords or proprietary code into tools your employer hasn't approved.

Importance 4.4/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Develop software or applications for scientific or technical use.. Also involves: Advise others on the development or use of new technologies..

Compile data for use in activities, such as gene expression profiling, genome annotation, or structural bioinformatics.

Weekly

AI gets you up to speed; confirm findings with records or people.

Show prompt & steps

AI can get you up to speed fast and suggest where to look, but you need to confirm findings against real sources, records or people.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a bioinformatics scientist. Part of my job is to compile data for use in activities, such as gene expression profiling, genome annotation, or structural bioinformatics.

Context: We use The MathWorks MATLAB and SAS; the work draws on biology, engineering and technology and chemistry.
Question: [trait, gene, expression]
Organism and data: [species, samples, sequencing]

Outline the experimental design, analysis methods, controls, and key literature. Give sources I can check and say clearly when you're unsure.

10-minute exercise: Genetics study design

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you compile data for use in activities (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Question] and [Organism and data] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check the methods against two recent papers.

AI can invent sources and citations. Open every link and confirm it says what the AI claims.

Importance 4.2/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Research genetic characteristics or expression..

Design and apply bioinformatics algorithms including unsupervised and supervised machine learning, dynamic programming, or graphic algorithms.

Weekly

AI drafts scripts and configs; design and security are yours.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 64% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

AI can draft configurations, scripts and test cases and explain unfamiliar systems. Architecture and security decisions need your expertise.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a bioinformatics scientist. Part of my job is to design and apply bioinformatics algorithms including unsupervised and supervised machine learning, dynamic programming, or graphic algorithms.

Context: We use Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications VBA and C; the work draws on biology, engineering and technology and chemistry.
Problem: [research question]
Data and tools: [formats, libraries]

Propose an approach and write code with tests and documentation. Propose the approach first, then the code with comments and tests, and point out security risks.

10-minute exercise: Scientific software

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you design and apply bioinformatics algorithms (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Problem] and [Data and tools] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Run the tests yourself and read every line before you'd use it.

Don't paste secrets, passwords or proprietary code into tools your employer hasn't approved.

Importance 4.0/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Develop software or applications for scientific or technical use..

Test new and updated bioinformatics tools and software.

Weekly

AI drafts scripts and configs; design and security are yours.

Show prompt & steps

AI can draft configurations, scripts and test cases and explain unfamiliar systems. Architecture and security decisions need your expertise.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a bioinformatics scientist. Part of my job is to test new and updated bioinformatics tools and software.

Context: We use Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications VBA and C; the work draws on biology, engineering and technology and chemistry.
Problem: [research question]
Data and tools: [formats, libraries]

Propose an approach and write code with tests and documentation. Propose the approach first, then the code with comments and tests, and point out security risks.

10-minute exercise: Scientific software

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you test new and updated bioinformatics tools and software (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Problem] and [Data and tools] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Run the tests yourself and read every line before you'd use it.

Don't paste secrets, passwords or proprietary code into tools your employer hasn't approved.

Importance 4.1/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Develop software or applications for scientific or technical use..

Create novel computational approaches and analytical tools as required by research goals.

Monthly

AI drafts scripts and configs; design and security are yours.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 62% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

AI can draft configurations, scripts and test cases and explain unfamiliar systems. Architecture and security decisions need your expertise.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a bioinformatics scientist. Part of my job is to create novel computational approaches and analytical tools as required by research goals.

Context: We use Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications VBA and C; the work draws on biology, engineering and technology and chemistry.
Problem: [research question]
Data and tools: [formats, libraries]

Propose an approach and write code with tests and documentation. Propose the approach first, then the code with comments and tests, and point out security risks.

10-minute exercise: Scientific software

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you create novel computational approaches and analytical tools.
Step 2Fill in [Problem] and [Data and tools] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Run the tests yourself and read every line before you'd use it.

Don't paste secrets, passwords or proprietary code into tools your employer hasn't approved.

Importance 4.4/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Develop software or applications for scientific or technical use..

Communicate research results through conference presentations, scientific publications, or project reports.

Monthly

AI helps you prepare clearer wording and likely questions.

Show prompt & steps

Use AI to prepare: simpler wording, analogies, likely questions and a one-page handout. The conversation itself is yours.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a bioinformatics scientist. Part of my job is to communicate research results through conference presentations, scientific publications, or project reports.

Context: We use The MathWorks MATLAB and SAS; the work draws on biology, engineering and technology and chemistry.
Topic: [status, results, fixes]
Audience: [customers, staff]
Notes: [paste]

Draft slides outline and speaker notes. Use plain language, one everyday analogy, and the questions people are most likely to ask with short answers.

10-minute exercise: Technical presentation

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you communicate research results.
Step 2Fill in [Topic], [Audience] and [Notes] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check every answer is right for your workplace before you share it.

Rules, prices and policies change. Make sure AI is working from your current official version.

Importance 4.1/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations..

Manipulate publicly accessible, commercial, or proprietary genomic, proteomic, or post-genomic databases.

Weekly

AI drafts scripts and configs; design and security are yours.

Show prompt & steps

AI can draft configurations, scripts and test cases and explain unfamiliar systems. Architecture and security decisions need your expertise.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a bioinformatics scientist. Part of my job is to manipulate publicly accessible, commercial, or proprietary genomic, proteomic, or post-genomic databases.

Context: We use C and Microsoft Visual Studio; the work draws on biology, engineering and technology and chemistry.
Data: [experiments, models, observations]
Uses: [queries, analysis, sharing]

Design a schema with tables, keys and metadata, and write creation scripts and example queries. Propose the approach first, then the code with comments and tests, and point out security risks.

10-minute exercise: Scientific database design

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you manipulate publicly accessible, commercial and proprietary genomic (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Data] and [Uses] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Run the example queries and fix gaps.

Don't paste secrets, passwords or proprietary code into tools your employer hasn't approved.

Importance 4.0/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Develop technical or scientific databases..

Develop data models and databases.

Monthly

AI drafts scripts and configs; design and security are yours.

Show prompt & steps

AI can draft configurations, scripts and test cases and explain unfamiliar systems. Architecture and security decisions need your expertise.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a bioinformatics scientist. Part of my job is to develop data models and databases.

Context: We use C and Microsoft Visual Studio; the work draws on biology, engineering and technology and chemistry.
Data: [experiments, models, observations]
Uses: [queries, analysis, sharing]

Design a schema with tables, keys and metadata, and write creation scripts and example queries. Propose the approach first, then the code with comments and tests, and point out security risks.

10-minute exercise: Scientific database design

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you develop data models and databases.
Step 2Fill in [Data] and [Uses] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Run the example queries and fix gaps.

Don't paste secrets, passwords or proprietary code into tools your employer hasn't approved.

Importance 3.9/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Develop technical or scientific databases..

Instruct others in the selection and use of bioinformatics tools.

Monthly

AI preps the materials; reading the room is you.

Show prompt & steps

AI preps the materials: lesson outlines, quizzes, examples, practice scenarios. Reading the room and coaching people is still you.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a bioinformatics scientist. Part of my job is to instruct others in the selection and use of bioinformatics tools.

Context: We use Microsoft PowerPoint and The MathWorks MATLAB; the work draws on biology, engineering and technology and chemistry.
Procedure or tool: [describe]
Trainees: [describe]

Plan training with hands-on exercises. Include timings, a realistic practice scenario from my work, and a short check for understanding with answers.

10-minute exercise: Technical procedure training

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you instruct others.
Step 2Fill in [Procedure or tool] and [Trainees] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Swap one AI example for a real story from your own work. Real stories are what people remember.

Check that every procedure in the material matches your workplace's actual standards.

Importance 3.5/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Train personnel in technical or scientific procedures..

Recommend new systems and processes to improve operations.

Monthly

AI helps you prepare clearer wording and likely questions.

📊 Real AI use (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026): AI completed the task directly in 36% of those conversations; the rest were back-and-forth with the person.

Show prompt & steps

Use AI to prepare: simpler wording, analogies, likely questions and a one-page handout. The conversation itself is yours.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a bioinformatics scientist. Part of my job is to recommend new systems and processes to improve operations.

Context: The work draws on biology, engineering and technology and chemistry.
Issue: [market, operations, policy]
Audience: [groups, dealers]

Write advice with reasons. Use plain language, one everyday analogy, and the questions people are most likely to ask with short answers.

10-minute exercise: Business advice

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you recommend new systems and processes.
Step 2Fill in [Issue] and [Audience] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check every answer is right for your workplace before you share it.

Rules, prices and policies change. Make sure AI is working from your current official version.

Importance 3.1/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Advise others on business or operational matters..

Collaborate with software developers in the development and modification of commercial bioinformatics software.

Monthly

AI drafts scripts and configs; design and security are yours.

Show prompt & steps

AI can draft configurations, scripts and test cases and explain unfamiliar systems. Architecture and security decisions need your expertise.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a bioinformatics scientist. Part of my job is to collaborate with software developers in the development and modification of commercial bioinformatics software.

Context: We use C and Microsoft Visual Studio; the work draws on biology, engineering and technology and chemistry.
Problem: [research question]
Data and tools: [formats, libraries]

Propose an approach and write code with tests and documentation. Propose the approach first, then the code with comments and tests, and point out security risks.

10-minute exercise: Scientific software

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you collaborate with software developers.
Step 2Fill in [Problem] and [Data and tools] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Run the tests yourself and read every line before you'd use it.

Don't paste secrets, passwords or proprietary code into tools your employer hasn't approved.

Importance 3.3/5 · O*NET work activity: Develop software or applications for scientific or technical use.. Also involves: Collaborate with technical specialists to resolve design or development problems..

Improve user interfaces to bioinformatics software and databases.

Monthly

AI drafts scripts and configs; design and security are yours.

Show prompt & steps

AI can draft configurations, scripts and test cases and explain unfamiliar systems. Architecture and security decisions need your expertise.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a bioinformatics scientist. Part of my job is to improve user interfaces to bioinformatics software and databases.

Context: We use Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications VBA and C; the work draws on biology, engineering and technology and chemistry.
Problem: [research question]
Data and tools: [formats, libraries]

Propose an approach and write code with tests and documentation. Propose the approach first, then the code with comments and tests, and point out security risks.

10-minute exercise: Scientific software

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you improve user interfaces.
Step 2Fill in [Problem] and [Data and tools] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Run the tests yourself and read every line before you'd use it.

Don't paste secrets, passwords or proprietary code into tools your employer hasn't approved.

Importance 3.3/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Develop software or applications for scientific or technical use..

Confer with departments, such as marketing, business development, or operations, to coordinate product development or improvement.

Monthly

AI drafts clear messages and talking points.

Show prompt & steps

AI can draft updates, emails and talking points so your message is clear and complete. Relationships and real-time calls are yours.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a bioinformatics scientist. Part of my job is to confer with departments, such as marketing, business development, or operations, to coordinate product development or improvement.

Context: We use Python and R.
Issue: [product, construction]
Specialists: [engineers, experts]

Draft questions and data to share. Keep it under 150 words with a clear ask, plus a 2-sentence version for chat.

10-minute exercise: Technical problem collaboration

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you confer with departments.
Step 2Fill in [Issue] and [Specialists] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Edit it until it sounds like you, then send it yourself.

Never let AI send messages for you. Read every word, because tone mistakes cost trust.

Importance 3.9/5 · O*NET work activity: Collaborate with technical specialists to resolve design or development problems..

Create or modify web-based bioinformatics tools.

A few times a year

AI drafts scripts and configs; design and security are yours.

Show prompt & steps

AI can draft configurations, scripts and test cases and explain unfamiliar systems. Architecture and security decisions need your expertise.

Ready-to-use prompt

I work as a bioinformatics scientist. Part of my job is to create or modify web-based bioinformatics tools.

Context: We use Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications VBA and C; the work draws on biology, engineering and technology and chemistry.
Problem: [research question]
Data and tools: [formats, libraries]

Propose an approach and write code with tests and documentation. Propose the approach first, then the code with comments and tests, and point out security risks.

10-minute exercise: Scientific software

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you create or modify web-based bioinformatics tools.
Step 2Fill in [Problem] and [Data and tools] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Run the tests yourself and read every line before you'd use it.

Don't paste secrets, passwords or proprietary code into tools your employer hasn't approved.

Importance 2.8/5 · O*NET work activity: Develop software or applications for scientific or technical use..

These stay human 2

They need your hands, your presence or your accountable judgment. Lean into them: they get more valuable as routine work is automated.

📏 Measured in this job (O*NET work context): Face-to-face discussions: every day · Contact with others: contact with others most of the time · Impact of decisions: important results

Analyze large molecular datasets, such as raw microarray data, genomic sequence data, or proteomics data, for clinical or basic research purposes.

Weekly

Physical, in-person work. AI helps with checklists and write-ups.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI helps around the job: decoding manuals and instructions, pre-job checklists, calculations and writing up what you did afterward.

Prep prompt

I work as a bioinformatics scientist. Part of my job is to analyze large molecular datasets, such as raw microarray data, genomic sequence data, or proteomics data, for clinical or basic research purposes.

Context: The work draws on biology, engineering and technology and chemistry.
Sample and analysis: [soil microbes, proteins, tissues]
Method: [technique]

Make a prep and run checklist with controls and pitfalls. Include the tools, materials and safety steps, the measurements or settings to double-check, and a 3-line template for logging the job. Flag anything to confirm in the manufacturer's manual.

10-minute exercise: Biological sample analysis prep

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you analyze large molecular datasets (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Sample and analysis] and [Method] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Check it against the manufacturer's manual and your site rules, and add the steps only experience teaches.

📊 People already use AI around this task (Anthropic Economic Index, Apr 2026 to May 2026). The task itself stays human-led.

Importance 4.4/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Analyze biological samples..

Direct the work of technicians and information technology staff applying bioinformatics tools or applications in areas such as proteomics, transcriptomics, metabolomics, or clinical bioinformatics.

Weekly

Leading people runs on trust. AI can prep the paperwork around it.

Show prep prompt & steps

Where AI still helps: AI can prep the paperwork around leading: meeting agendas, feedback drafts, rotas, briefings and difficult-conversation rehearsals.

Prep prompt

I work as a bioinformatics scientist. Part of my job is to direct the work of technicians and information technology staff applying bioinformatics tools or applications in areas such as proteomics, transcriptomics, metabolomics, or clinical bioinformatics.

Context: The work draws on biology, engineering and technology and chemistry.
Team: [technicians, scientists]
Issue or goal: [quality, project]

Help me prepare: the key message in 2 sentences, what good looks like, how people might react and how I'll respond, and one thing I'll check next week.

10-minute exercise: Leading a lab team

Step 1Pick a real example: the next time you direct the work of technicians and information technology staff (this week).
Step 2Fill in [Team] and [Issue or goal] with the real details, then run the prompt.
Step 3Afterward, note one thing people responded to and one thing you'd change.

Importance 3.7/5 · core task · O*NET work activity: Supervise scientific or technical personnel..

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Skills to build

From O*NET's ratings of how important each skill is in this job, matched to which part of the work it supports.

With AI Use these to work with AI

When AI does the first draft, these are the skills you use to brief it and check what comes back.

  • Critical Thinkingimportance 4.0/5
    Used in: Thinking Creatively
  • Active Listeningimportance 4.0/5
    Used in: Getting Information
  • Reading Comprehensionimportance 4.4/5
    Used in: Getting Information
  • Writingimportance 4.0/5
    Used in: Documenting/Recording Information

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Getting into this job

Master's degree is most common (42% of workers)

  • Bachelor's 6%
  • Graduate degree 94%
  • On-the-job training: 3–6 months
  • Related experience: 2–4 years
  • Professional certification: important (3.1/5)

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