[Core] [114% incumbents] Evaluate and grade students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, and papers.
  DWAs: Evaluate student work.

[Core] [114% incumbents] Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.
  DWAs: Evaluate effectiveness of educational programs. | Develop instructional objectives.

[Core] [114% incumbents] Prepare materials for laboratory activities and course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
  DWAs: Develop instructional materials.

[Core] [114% incumbents] Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
  DWAs: Stay informed about current developments in field of specialization. | Attend training sessions or professional meetings to develop or maintain professional knowledge.

[Core] [114% incumbents] Advise students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues.
  DWAs: Advise students on academic or career matters.

[Core] [114% incumbents] Select and obtain materials and supplies, such as textbooks and laboratory equipment.
  DWAs: Select educational materials or equipment. | Order instructional or library materials or equipment.

[Core] [114% incumbents] Serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues.
  DWAs: Serve on institutional or departmental committees.

[Core] [113% incumbents] Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
  DWAs: Guide class discussions.

[Core] [113% incumbents] Supervise students' laboratory work.
  DWAs: Supervise laboratory work.

[Core] [113% incumbents] Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
  DWAs: Maintain student records.

[Core] [113% incumbents] Assist students who need extra help with their coursework outside of class.
  DWAs: Tutor students who need extra assistance.

[Core] [113% incumbents] Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students.
  DWAs: Advise students on academic or career matters.

[Core] [113% incumbents] Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in professional journals, books, or electronic media.
  DWAs: Research topics in area of expertise. | Write articles, books or other original materials in area of expertise.

[Core] [113% incumbents] Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues.
  DWAs: Research topics in area of expertise.

[Core] [113% incumbents] Provide students course-related experiences, such as field trips, outside the classroom.
  DWAs: Plan experiential learning activities.

[Core] [113% incumbents] Write grant proposals to procure external research funding.
  DWAs: Write grant proposals.

[Core] [113% incumbents] Participate in student recruitment, registration, and placement activities.
  DWAs: Promote educational institutions or programs. | Perform student enrollment or registration activities.

[Supplemental] [113% incumbents] Perform administrative duties, such as serving as department head.
  DWAs: Direct department activities.

[Supplemental] [113% incumbents] Compile bibliographies of specialized materials for outside reading assignments.
  DWAs: Compile specialized bibliographies or lists of materials.

[Supplemental] [113% incumbents] Participate in campus and community events, such as giving presentations to the public.
  DWAs: Plan community programs or activities for the general public.

[Supplemental] [113% incumbents] Act as advisers to student organizations.
  DWAs: Advise students on academic or career matters.

[Core] [112% incumbents] Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as molecular biology, marine biology, and botany.
  DWAs: Teach physical science or mathematics courses at the college level.

[Core] [112% incumbents] Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.
  DWAs: Administer tests to assess educational needs or progress. | Prepare tests. | Evaluate student work.

[Core] [112% incumbents] Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work.
  DWAs: Supervise student research or internship work.

[Core] [112% incumbents] Review papers for publication in journals.
  DWAs: Evaluate scholarly materials.

[Core] [112% incumbents] Maintain or repair lab equipment.
  DWAs: Clean equipment, parts, or tools to repair or maintain them in good working order. | Maintain laboratory or technical equipment.

[Supplemental] [112% incumbents] Provide professional consulting services to government or industry.
  DWAs: Advise educators on curricula, instructional methods, or policies.

[EMERGING:New] Write letters of recommendation for students.

--- SKILLS ---
  Speaking (imp:4.25 lvl:4.75) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Learning Strategies (imp:4.12 lvl:4.38) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Reading Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:5.12) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Listening (imp:4.00 lvl:4.38) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Writing (imp:4.00 lvl:4.75) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Science (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
  Active Learning (imp:4.00 lvl:4.50) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.88 lvl:4.12) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Monitoring (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Mathematics (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — Using mathematics to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Biology (imp:4.98 lvl:6.77) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  English Language (imp:4.38 lvl:5.49) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Mathematics (imp:4.16 lvl:4.99) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Chemistry (imp:4.09 lvl:4.62) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Education and Training (imp:4.06 lvl:5.73) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Computers and Electronics (imp:3.77 lvl:4.35) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Administrative (imp:3.22 lvl:3.62) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:3.17 lvl:3.13) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Communications and Media (imp:3.06 lvl:3.81) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Geography (imp:3.00 lvl:3.68) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Physics (imp:2.96 lvl:3.44) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.91 lvl:2.73) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Psychology (imp:2.86 lvl:3.50) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Administration and Management (imp:2.63 lvl:3.18) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.59 lvl:3.09) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:2.45 lvl:2.88) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Mechanical (imp:2.25 lvl:2.50) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.22 lvl:1.83) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.18 lvl:2.34) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:2.14 lvl:2.86) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:2.11 lvl:2.34) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  History and Archeology (imp:2.06 lvl:2.23) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Telecommunications (imp:1.89 lvl:1.29) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Law and Government (imp:1.88 lvl:1.71) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.82 lvl:1.59) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Transportation (imp:1.77 lvl:1.42) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Design (imp:1.60 lvl:1.84) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Building and Construction (imp:1.58) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Production and Processing (imp:1.56 lvl:1.52) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.50 lvl:1.21) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Foreign Language (imp:1.47 lvl:1.27) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Fine Arts (imp:1.38 lvl:0.66) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Food Production (imp:1.02) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food

--- ABILITIES ---
  Oral Expression (imp:4.62 lvl:5.50) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Oral Comprehension (imp:4.12 lvl:5.12) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Written Comprehension (imp:4.12 lvl:5.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Written Expression (imp:4.12 lvl:5.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Speech Clarity (imp:4.12 lvl:4.88) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:4.00 lvl:4.12) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:4.00 lvl:4.25) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.75 lvl:4.00) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Near Vision (imp:3.62 lvl:4.00) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Information Ordering (imp:3.50 lvl:4.00) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:3.38 lvl:3.62) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.25 lvl:3.62) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.25 lvl:4.00) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Originality (imp:3.12 lvl:3.75) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Far Vision (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Selective Attention (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Memorization (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Number Facility (imp:2.50 lvl:2.75) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Time Sharing (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Visualization (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Trunk Strength (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Manual Dexterity (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Finger Dexterity (imp:1.75 lvl:1.50) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Control Precision (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Depth Perception (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.00) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:1.00) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Response Orientation (imp:1.00) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Rate Control (imp:1.00) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Reaction Time (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Static Strength (imp:1.00) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.00) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Dynamic Strength (imp:1.00) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Stamina (imp:1.00) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Extent Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:1.00) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.00) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Night Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.00) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:4.70 lvl:6.00) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:4.63 lvl:6.11) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Working with Computers (imp:4.59 lvl:4.08) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Processing Information (imp:4.56 lvl:5.93) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:4.44 lvl:5.57) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.41 lvl:5.21) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:4.40 lvl:5.59) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Thinking Creatively (imp:4.40 lvl:5.93) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.38 lvl:5.79) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.36 lvl:5.50) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Getting Information (imp:4.30 lvl:5.66) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:4.28 lvl:5.66) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:4.19 lvl:4.93) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:4.19 lvl:4.66) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:4.17 lvl:5.24) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:4.00 lvl:5.35) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.97 lvl:5.26) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.86 lvl:4.85) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.81 lvl:4.54) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:3.60 lvl:4.20) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:3.56 lvl:4.88) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.54 lvl:4.55) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.53 lvl:4.01) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.40 lvl:4.55) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.33 lvl:3.99) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.28 lvl:3.60) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.22 lvl:3.74) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:3.06 lvl:3.44) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.89 lvl:3.37) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.63 lvl:3.44) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.58 lvl:3.25) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.57 lvl:2.61) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.35 lvl:2.60) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:2.19 lvl:2.58) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.14 lvl:2.21) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:2.05 lvl:2.77) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:2.02 lvl:1.82) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:1.71 lvl:1.14) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.53 lvl:1.23) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.40 lvl:0.97) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:1.36 lvl:0.90) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:7.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:6.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity (imp:5.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:4.00) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:3.00) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:2.72) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Dependability (imp:2.36) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Integrity (imp:2.17) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:2.14) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Social Orientation (imp:2.13) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Innovation (imp:2.12) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.05) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Social Orientation (imp:2.00) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Cooperation (imp:1.88) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Initiative (imp:1.75) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Empathy (imp:1.71) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Adaptability (imp:1.65) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Perseverance (imp:1.58) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Self-Control (imp:1.56) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Leadership Orientation (imp:1.53) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.47) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.43) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Optimism (imp:1.39) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:1.33) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Sincerity (imp:1.16) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Innovation (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Cautiousness (imp:0.84) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Humility (imp:0.78) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Instructing (imp:4.12 lvl:4.38) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.75 lvl:4.12) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Time Management (imp:3.62 lvl:3.50) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.25 lvl:3.38) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Service Orientation (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Systems Analysis (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Persuasion (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.50 lvl:2.75) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Operations Analysis (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Operations Monitoring (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:1.50) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Repairing (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Programming (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Troubleshooting (imp:1.50 lvl:0.88) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Technology Design (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.38 lvl:0.62) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Equipment Selection (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Operation and Control (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 50,190
  annual_median    : $84,620
  annual_pct10     : $52,150
  annual_pct25     : $64,350
  annual_pct75     : $126,770
  annual_pct90     : $169,900
  annual_mean      : $102,840
  hourly_median    : N/A

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : California ($129,150)
  lowest_state     : Florida ($57,140)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.260x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (50 total) ---
  Educational Services                     emp:   49,550  median: $  84,220
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:      490  median: $ 174,540

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (2 total) ---
  Educational Services                     emp:   49,550  median: $  84,220
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:      490  median: $ 174,540

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word_count         : 0
wikipedia_url      : N/A
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--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Arizona State University (similarity: 0.3636)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arizona_State_University
  QID: Q670897
  Extract: Arizona State University is a public research university in Tempe, Arizona, United States. Founded in 1885 as Territorial Normal School by the 13th Arizona Territorial Legislature, the university is one of the largest public universities by enrollment in the United States. It was one of about 180 "n

  Title: California Institute of Technology (similarity: 0.1579)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/California_Institute_of_Technology
  QID: Q161562
  Extract: The California Institute of Technology (branded as Caltech) is a private research university in Pasadena, California, United States. The university is responsible for many modern scientific advancements and is among a small group of institutes of technology in the United States that are devoted to t

  Title: National University (San Diego, California) (similarity: 0.2353)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_University_(San_Diego%2C_California)
  QID: Q1568237
  Extract: National University is a private university headquartered in San Diego, California, United States. Founded in 1971, National University offers academic degree programs at campuses throughout California and various programs online. Programs at National University are designed for adult learners. On-c

  Title: University of the Sciences (similarity: 0.3235)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_the_Sciences
  QID: Q3443159
  Extract: University of the Sciences in Philadelphia, previously Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science (PCPS), was a private university in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. On June 1, 2022, it officially merged into Saint Joseph's University.

  Title: Women in science (similarity: 0.3103)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Women_in_science
  QID: Q113616
  Extract: The presence of women in science spans the earliest times of the history of science wherein they have made substantial contributions. Historians with an interest in gender and science have researched the scientific endeavors and accomplishments of women, the barriers they have faced, and the strateg

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model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : High confidence supported by comprehensive O*NET data including detailed task lists, robust wage data from BLS, clear education requirements, and extensive skill/knowledge profiles. The role is well-defined within the postsecondary education sector.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-03T16:53:39.298028+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,479
tokens_output        : 4,240
cost_usd             : $0.045368
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found for this specific teaching role. Semantic neighbors include various universities and educational institutions, indicating the academic institutional context where these professionals work.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Biological Science Teachers at the postsecondary level educate students in biological sciences through a combination of classroom instruction, laboratory supervision, and research activities. These educators develop curricula, evaluate student work, and stay current with scientific developments to effectively teach courses ranging from general biology to specialized fields like biochemistry and bacteriology. They serve both teaching-focused and research-active roles in colleges and universities, requiring extensive scientific knowledge and strong communication skills.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day involves planning and delivering lectures on biological topics, supervising students in laboratory sessions where they conduct experiments and analyze data. They spend significant time evaluating student work including laboratory reports, assignments, and exams, while also preparing course materials such as syllabi and handouts. Administrative duties include maintaining student records, selecting textbooks and laboratory equipment, and serving on departmental committees. Many also engage in research activities, reading current scientific literature, and attending professional meetings to stay current in their field.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel in this role possess strong intellectual curiosity and a passion for biological sciences, demonstrated through the high Social (6.25) and Investigative (5.88) RIASEC scores. They must be dependable and detail-oriented given the responsibility for student learning outcomes and laboratory safety. Successful biological science teachers combine deep scientific knowledge with excellent communication abilities, requiring both written and oral expression skills at advanced levels. They thrive on continuous learning and knowledge updating, making them effective at translating complex biological concepts for diverse student audiences.

CAREER ENTRY:
Entry into this profession typically requires a doctoral degree (48.4% of practitioners) or post-doctoral training (38.4%), with some positions accepting a master's degree (11.7%). The extensive preparation needed reflects Job Zone 5 requirements, involving advanced coursework in biology, chemistry, and mathematics. Most candidates gain teaching experience through graduate assistantships or adjunct positions before securing tenure-track roles.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Career progression often follows the traditional academic pathway from Assistant Professor to Associate Professor to Full Professor, with advancement based on teaching effectiveness, research productivity, and service contributions. Some may transition to administrative roles such as department chair or dean, while others may move into industry research positions or government agencies. The strong foundation in biological sciences also enables transitions to related fields like environmental science or health specialties teaching.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The field employs 50,190 professionals nationally with a median annual salary of $84,620 according to BLS OEWS May 2025, ranging from $52,150 to $169,900. Geographic variation is substantial, with California offering the highest wages at $129,150 compared to Florida's $57,140, representing a 2.26x difference. Employment is heavily concentrated in educational services (49,550 positions) with minimal presence in professional services (490 positions). Job prospects remain tied to higher education enrollment trends and institutional funding for biological science programs.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
This profession shows strong resistance to automation due to the high importance of interpersonal teaching activities (4.7 importance, 6.0 level) and the need for creative thinking in curriculum development (4.4 importance, 5.9 level). While technology tools like statistical software and presentation platforms enhance instruction, the core activities of interpreting scientific information for students and facilitating laboratory learning require human expertise and adaptability that cannot be easily automated.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [knowledge_overlap] Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1052.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share high-importance chemistry knowledge (4.1 importance, 4.6 level) and identical teaching methodologies in science education.
    data: Chemistry knowledge importance 4.1
    data: Training and Teaching Others importance 4.7
    data: Job Zone 5
  [knowledge_overlap] Molecular and Cellular Biologists (19-1029.02) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Shared biology expertise (5.0 importance, 6.8 level) and research activities including data analysis and scientific literature review.
    data: Biology knowledge level 6.8
    data: Analyzing Data importance 4.4
    data: Updating knowledge importance 4.6
  [riasec_cluster] Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1071.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles exhibit high Social and Investigative RIASEC patterns suitable for teaching health-related sciences with overlapping medicine knowledge.
    data: Medicine and Dentistry knowledge 3.2 importance
    data: Social RIASEC 6.25
    data: Investigative RIASEC 5.88
  [skill_overlap] Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1053.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Shared science teaching skills (4.0 importance) and identical educational delivery methods in related scientific disciplines.
    data: Science skill importance 4.0
    data: Speaking importance 4.2
    data: Training and Teaching importance 4.7
  [career_pathway] Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1022.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Similar academic career structure with mathematics knowledge overlap (4.2 importance, 5.0 level) and identical Job Zone 5 preparation requirements.
    data: Mathematics knowledge importance 4.2
    data: Job Zone 5
    data: Doctoral degree 48.4%

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['biology teacher', 'biological sciences instructor', 'postsecondary biology', 'college biology professor', 'university biology', 'biological sciences professor', 'biology educator', 'life sciences instructor']
  exclude_keywords : ['K-12 teacher', 'high school biology', 'secondary education', 'laboratory technician', 'research scientist']
  title_patterns   : ['Biology Professor', 'Biological Sciences Instructor', 'Assistant Professor Biology', 'Associate Professor Biology', 'Adjunct Biology']
  common_variations: ['bio teacher', 'life sciences teacher', 'biological sciences educator', 'postsecondary bio instructor', 'college bio professor', 'university biology teacher', 'biology faculty', 'biological sciences faculty']

total_terms    : 40
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source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
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others                     40  0.01416  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:95%  onet_tasks:2%  inference:2%
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principles                 16  0.00567  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
students                   15  0.00531  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:53%  dwas:27%  inference:20%
research                   15  0.00531  inference            inference:33%  onet_tasks:27%  dwas:20%
student                    13  0.00460  dwas                 dwas:38%  inference:38%  onet_tasks:23%
teaching                   13  0.00460  inference            inference:46%  onet_dimensions:38%  onet_tasks:15%
university                 13  0.00460  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
laboratory                 12  0.00425  inference            inference:50%  onet_tasks:33%  dwas:17%
includes                   12  0.00425  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
control                    12  0.00425  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00425  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
programs                   12  0.00425  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:33%  wikipedia:33%  dwas:25%
science                    11  0.00390  wikipedia            wikipedia:36%  inference:36%  onet_dimensions:18%
ideas                      11  0.00390  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
academic                   10  0.00354  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:30%  dwas:30%  wikipedia:20%
learning                   10  0.00354  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:40%  inference:30%  wikipedia:20%
techniques                 10  0.00354  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
body                       10  0.00354  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
events                      9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  onet_tasks:11%
public                      9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:44%  wikipedia:33%  onet_tasks:11%
services                    9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  inference:22%  onet_tasks:11%
needs                       9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  dwas:11%
scientific                  9  0.00319  inference            inference:56%  wikipedia:33%  onet_dimensions:11%
problems                    9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
resources                   9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                     9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00319  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
administrative              8  0.00283  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  onet_tasks:25%  inference:25%
procedures                  8  0.00283  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       8  0.00283  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
monitoring                  8  0.00283  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
production                  8  0.00283  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
needed                      8  0.00283  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
human                       8  0.00283  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
standards                   8  0.00283  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
actions                     8  0.00283  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%