Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary

SOC Code: 25-1042

Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondarys evaluate and grade students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, and papers. 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 Reading Comprehension, Writing, Speaking.

AI-Proof Score: 100.0Very High
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Median Salary

$83,460

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Job Growth

7.3%

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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

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

Common Tasks

  • Evaluate and grade students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, and papers.
  • Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as molecular biology, marine biology, and botany.
  • Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.
  • Prepare materials for laboratory activities and course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
  • Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.

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