19-1042.00

Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists

Conduct research dealing with the understanding of human diseases and the improvement of human health. Engage in clinical investigation, research and development, or other related activities.

1.5OUT OF 10SAFEHIGH RISK
Low Risk

You're basically automation-proof

Only 3% of jobs we track are safer than this

Frey & Osborne (2013) estimated 0% probability of automation for this role
paper →
3%
of jobs safer
995
jobs riskier than this
+8.7%
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.

Medical Scientists face a paradox: AI like AlphaFold, Recursion's OS platform, and Insilico Medicine are dramatically accelerating parts of drug discovery (target identification, molecule generation), compressing research timelines but also intensifying competition for remaining human research roles. Routine data analysis, literature review, and experimental protocol generation are AI-augmentable. The creative experimental design, clinical translation judgment, and scientific leadership that drives novel discoveries remain human-dependent through 2027.

Disrupted byBoston DynamicsChatGPT / GPT-4oAmazon Robotics

Salary & Job Outlook

Median Annual Pay
$100,590
US Bureau of Labor Statistics
10-Year Job Growth
+8.7%
Faster than average
Education Required
Doctoral or professional 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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15% automation risk

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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 →