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19-1029.02

Molecular and Cellular Biologists

Research and study cellular molecules and organelles to understand cell function and organization.

1.6OUT OF 10SAFEHIGH RISK
Low Risk

You're basically automation-proof

Only 8% of jobs we track are safer than this

Frey & Osborne (2013) estimated 2% probability of automation for this role
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8%
of jobs safer
939
jobs riskier than this
+1.2%
projected growth

Disruption Vector

Disruption Type

Hybrid Threat

Both AI software and physical automation threaten different aspects of this role, creating a compound risk from multiple directions.

Molecular and Cellular Biologists conduct experimental research that requires physical laboratory work, experimental design, and scientific interpretation. AI tools like AlphaFold have transformed structural biology and AI-assisted literature review is standard, but bench science, hypothesis generation, and peer review remain human. Demand in biotech and pharma is strong, and AI is more likely to accelerate research productivity than reduce research headcount through 2027.

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Salary & Job Outlook

Median Annual Pay
$93,330
US Bureau of Labor Statistics
10-Year Job Growth
+1.2%
Little or no change
Education Required
Bachelor's degree
Job Zone 5 / 5

AI Risk Timeline

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Projection model: Based on current AI capability growth rates. High-risk occupations are projected to see compounding automation pressure, while human-centric roles show slower risk accumulation. These are statistical projections, not guarantees.

Skills Analysis — AI Vulnerability

AI can replicate (0)
AI-resistant (1)
Mixed
Critical Thinking80%
Active Learning75%
Complex Problem Solving78%
Judgment and Decision Making82%
Reading Comprehension72%

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This analysis is for informational purposes only and is based on statistical models and academic research. It does not constitute career advice and is not a guarantee of future employment outcomes. AI impact varies significantly by employer, region, and individual circumstances. Learn about our methodology →