Microbiologists: how much of the work does AI already do?

What this means for your search

AI skills are optional for this role right now. Little use is seen so far.

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Questions

Will AI replace microbiologists?

This data cannot say. It measures how much of the work AI is already used for today: 10% of the tasks, which is little observed. It is not a forecast of job loss.

How is the number worked out?

Share of this job’s tasks that AI is already used for at work, from real usage. It is not a forecast of job loss, and a low number means no use seen yet. Source: Anthropic Economic Index, March 2026.

Exposure: Anthropic Economic Index, March 2026. Pay and growth: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Tasks and skills: O*NET. All jobs.