Food Science Technicians
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Calculated automation risk
Imminent Risk (81-100%): Occupations in this level have an extremely high likelihood of being automated in the near future. These jobs consist primarily of repetitive, predictable tasks with little need for human judgment.
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Our visitors have voted that it's very probable this occupation will be automated. This assessment is further supported by the calculated automation risk level, which estimates 86% chance of automation.
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Growth
The number of 'Food Science Technicians' job openings is expected to rise 7.3% by 2033
Total employment, and estimated job openings
Updated projections are due 09-2025.
Wages
In 2023, the median annual wage for 'Food Science Technicians' was $49,090, or $23 per hour
'Food Science Technicians' were paid 2.1% higher than the national median wage, which stood at $48,060
Wages over time
Volume
As of 2023 there were 15,190 people employed as 'Food Science Technicians' within the United States.
This represents around < 0.001% of the employed workforce across the country
Put another way, around 1 in 9 thousand people are employed as 'Food Science Technicians'.
Job description
Work with food scientists or technologists to perform standardized qualitative and quantitative tests to determine physical or chemical properties of food or beverage products. Includes technicians who assist in research and development of production technology, quality control, packaging, processing, and use of foods.
SOC Code: 19-4013.00
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