Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary

SOC Code: 25-1052

Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondarys prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as organic chemistry, analytical chemistry, and chemical separation. This career typically requires extensive preparation (4+ years). With an AI-proof score of 91.9/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Reading Comprehension, Speaking, Writing.

AI-Proof Score: 91.9Very High
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Median Salary

$86,220

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Job Growth

2.2%

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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
  • Speaking
  • Writing
  • Instructing
  • Science
  • Active Listening

Common Tasks

  • Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as organic chemistry, analytical chemistry, and chemical separation.
  • Establish, teach, and monitor students' compliance with safety rules for handling chemicals, equipment, and other hazardous materials.
  • Evaluate and grade students' class work, laboratory performance, assignments, and papers.
  • Supervise students' laboratory work.
  • Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.

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