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Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary

Also known as: Adjunct Faculty, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Associate Professor of Geology, Astronomy Professor, Atmospheric Physics Professor, Atmospheric Sciences Professor, Climatology Professor, Climatology Teacher, College or University Faculty Member

Teach courses in the physical sciences, except chemistry and physics. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching, and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Education & Training

Percentage of workers at each education and training level

Education Level

Doctoral/Professional Degree10%
Level 93%
Level 1162%
Level 1225%

Prior Experience Needed

Work experience required to enter this job

None15%
3-6 months3%
1-2 years21%
2-4 years16%
4-6 years7%
6-8 years13%
Over 10 years24%

Training Provided After Hiring

How long it typically takes to learn on the job

None60%
Up to 1 month1%
3-6 months5%
6 months - 1 year14%
1-2 years8%
2-4 years12%

How AI Impacts Each Task

26 tasks analyzed

Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.

Time: 5%

Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in professional journals, books, or electronic media.

Time: 12%

Write grant proposals to procure external research funding.

Time: 8%

Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work.

Time: 5%

Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.

Time: 4%

Essential Soft Skills

Traits that are hard for AI to replicate

Analytical ThinkingIndependenceInnovationIntegrityInitiativeAchievement/EffortPersistenceAttention to DetailAdaptability/FlexibilityLeadershipDependabilityStress Tolerance

Wage & Employment (2024)

Median Wage

$101,390

per year

Mean Wage

$112,950

per year

Employment

11K

workers

Wage Range

$53,310 - $199,260

10th - 90th pct

Wage Distribution

$53,310Median: $101,390$199,260
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