Distribution across 35 profiles.
Middle half of Environmental Scientists score between 35% and 43%.
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50%
100%
p10 · 31%
46% · p90
Task breakdown by work type
On-screen work51%
Done entirely on a computer. High AI exposure — these tasks are already in the automation zone.
In-person + screen14%
Physical sensing, digital output — e.g. interviewing someone then writing a report. Partially protected.
Computer + action9%
Computer input, real-world output — needs someone to act on it, not just software.
Fully in-person25%
No computer required. Furthest from automation — the strongest human advantage.
Typical tasks
3 synthetic profiles for a Environmental Scientist, ordered by automation exposure.
Tab between them to see how task mix drives the score difference.
TaskTimeTypeExposure
Collecting soil, water, or air samples from field sites using specialized equipment and following strict protocols to ensure sample integrity
38%AA
3%
Conducting environmental impact assessments (EIAs) for proposed construction projects, including site visits, data review, and compliance checks with environmental laws
deep expertisesocial element
19%AD
14%
Writing detailed reports summarizing findings, including data visualizations, interpretations, and recommendations for stakeholders or regulatory agencies
18%DD
51%
Analyzing laboratory test results (e.g., chemical concentrations, microbial counts, or pollutant levels) using software tools and comparing them against regulatory standards
17%DD
90%
Presenting findings or recommendations to clients, government officials, or community groups, often requiring tailored communication for non-technical audiences
deep expertisesocial element
2%DA
17%
Staying updated on new environmental regulations, scientific methods, or emerging contaminants through research, training, or professional networks
2%DD
47%
Designing and implementing remediation plans for contaminated sites, including selecting appropriate technologies and monitoring progress over time
deep expertisesocial element
1%AA
7%
TaskTimeTypeExposure
Analyzing laboratory test results (e.g., chemical concentrations, microbial counts, or pollutant levels) using software tools and comparing them against regulatory standards
24%DD
70%
Staying updated on new environmental regulations, scientific methods, or emerging contaminants through research, training, or professional networks
18%DD
47%
Designing and implementing remediation plans for contaminated sites, including selecting appropriate technologies and monitoring progress over time
16%AA
7%
Writing detailed reports summarizing findings, including data visualizations, interpretations, and recommendations for stakeholders or regulatory agencies
16%DD
50%
Collecting soil, water, or air samples from field sites using specialized equipment and following strict protocols to ensure sample integrity
13%AA
13%
Conducting environmental impact assessments (EIAs) for proposed construction projects, including site visits, data review, and compliance checks with environmental laws
9%AD
30%
Presenting findings or recommendations to clients, government officials, or community groups, often requiring tailored communication for non-technical audiences
deep expertisesocial core
1%DA
2%
TaskTimeTypeExposure
Analyzing laboratory test results (e.g., chemical concentrations, microbial counts, or pollutant levels) using software tools and comparing them against regulatory standards
33%DD
92%
Writing detailed reports summarizing findings, including data visualizations, interpretations, and recommendations for stakeholders or regulatory agencies
22%DD
70%
Collecting soil, water, or air samples from field sites using specialized equipment and following strict protocols to ensure sample integrity
17%AA
4%
Conducting environmental impact assessments (EIAs) for proposed construction projects, including site visits, data review, and compliance checks with environmental laws
deep expertisesocial element
14%AD
10%
Staying updated on new environmental regulations, scientific methods, or emerging contaminants through research, training, or professional networks
11%DD
53%
Presenting findings or recommendations to clients, government officials, or community groups, often requiring tailored communication for non-technical audiences
deep expertisesocial core
0%DA
9%
Designing and implementing remediation plans for contaminated sites, including selecting appropriate technologies and monitoring progress over time
deep expertisesocial element
0%AA
0%
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