Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary

SOC Code: 25-1032

Engineering Teachers, Postsecondarys conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in professional journals, books, or electronic media. This career typically requires extensive preparation (4+ years). With an AI-proof score of 100.0/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Speaking, Reading Comprehension, Writing.

AI-Proof Score: 100.0Very High
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Median Salary

$106,120

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Job Growth

8.1%

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Training Time

Extensive preparation (4+ years)

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Job Zone

Zone 5 / 5

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Training Cost

~$80,000

Key Skills

  • Speaking
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Writing
  • Instructing
  • Mathematics
  • Learning Strategies
  • Active Listening
  • Critical Thinking
  • Active Learning

Common Tasks

  • Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in professional journals, books, or electronic media.
  • Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
  • Evaluate and grade students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, and papers.
  • Write grant proposals to procure external research funding.
  • Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work.

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
Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary — AI-Proof Careers