Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other
SOC Code: 19-4099
Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Others conduct routine and non-routine analyses of in-process materials, raw materials, environmental samples, finished goods, or stability samples. This career typically requires medium preparation (1-2 years). With an AI-proof score of 79.2/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Reading Comprehension, Quality Control Analysis, Quality Control Analysis.
AI-Proof Score: 79.2 — High
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Median Salary
$60,130
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Job Growth
3.5%
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Training Time
Medium preparation (1-2 years)
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Job Zone
Zone 3 / 5
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Training Cost
~$15,000
Key Skills
- •Reading Comprehension
- •Quality Control Analysis
- •Mathematics
- •Monitoring
- •Critical Thinking
- •Active Listening
- •Writing
Common Tasks
- ✓Conduct routine and non-routine analyses of in-process materials, raw materials, environmental samples, finished goods, or stability samples.
- ✓Interpret test results, compare them to established specifications and control limits, and make recommendations on appropriateness of data for release.
- ✓Calibrate, validate, or maintain laboratory equipment.
- ✓Ensure that lab cleanliness and safety standards are maintained.
- ✓Perform visual inspections of finished products.
Training & Resources
Why AI-Proof?
- ✅Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
- ✅Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
- ✅Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
- ✅Social and regulatory barriers to full automation