Takeover Tracker

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71 shared · 12 different

core competencies

Side-by-Side Comparison

MetricMedical and Clinical Laboratory TechniciansFood Science Technicians
Risk Score38.9%42.1%
Risk TierMedium RiskMedium Risk
Risk Percentile77th85th
Tasks at Risk (>50%)8 / 1510 / 15
Median SalaryN/AN/A
EmploymentN/AN/A

Skill Comparison

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Sorted by largest difference

Interacting With Computers
Production and Processing
Biology
Handling and Moving Objects
Performing General Physical Activities
Scheduling Work and Activities
Documenting/Recording Information
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
MathematicsAI-Vulnerable
Written Expression
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others
Making Decisions and Solving Problems

Protective Factors

Higher values indicate stronger protection against AI displacement

Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians

32%

total discount

Food Science Technicians

30%

total discount

Task Risk Comparison

Tasks sorted by AI automation risk — higher means more automatable

Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technicians

8 of 15 at risk
84%Analyze the results of tests or experiments to ensure conformity to specifications, using special mechanical or electrical devices.
84%Test raw materials, processes, or finished products to determine quality or quantity of materials or characteristics of a substance.
82%Conduct chemical analyses of body fluids, such as blood or urine, using microscope or automatic analyzer to detect abnormalities or diseases and enter findings into computer.
80%Perform quality control analyses to ensure accuracy of test results.
66%Analyze and record test data to issue reports that use charts, graphs, or narratives.

Food Science Technicians

10 of 15 at risk
87%Record or compile test results or prepare graphs, charts, or reports.
87%Analyze test results to classify products or compare results with standard tables.
86%Order supplies needed to maintain inventories in laboratories or in storage facilities of food or beverage processing plants.
85%Maintain records of testing results or other documents as required by state or other governing agencies.
78%Monitor and control temperature of products.

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