A typical day involves preparing and delivering lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on specialized anthropological or archaeological topics, moderating classroom discussions about research findings and theoretical frameworks. They spend significant time analyzing data from field research, documenting findings, and updating course materials such as syllabi and assignments. Much of their work involves supervising students' laboratory or field work, conducting ethnographic field research, and staying current with developments in their field through reading literature and attending professional meetings. They also evaluate student work, advise students on academic and career matters, and work extensively with computers for research analysis and course preparation.
Individuals who excel in this role demonstrate strong intellectual curiosity combined with high dependability and integrity, as evidenced by the work styles data. They possess exceptional oral and written expression abilities, enabling them to communicate complex anthropological concepts clearly to diverse audiences. The role attracts people with strong social interests paired with investigative tendencies, reflecting the RIASEC profile of Social (6.75) and Investigative (5.96). Those who succeed typically enjoy both independent research and collaborative teaching environments, with the analytical skills to conduct ethnographic field research while also having the interpersonal abilities to mentor students and facilitate meaningful classroom discussions.
The role shows moderate resistance to automation due to its emphasis on interpreting meaning for others (importance 4.8, level 5.7) and training/teaching activities that require human interaction and cultural sensitivity. While research analysis and data processing components may see technological augmentation, the core functions of ethnographic fieldwork, student mentorship, and complex cultural interpretation remain inherently human-centered activities that require social intelligence and contextual understanding.
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| TERM | COUNT | FREQ | BAR | SOURCE ATTRIBUTION |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| tendency | 42 | 0.0149 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| others | 41 | 0.0145 | onet dimensi 93% onet tasks 5% | |
| research | 26 | 0.0092 | inference 46% onet tasks 27% | |
| equipment | 26 | 0.0092 | onet dimensi 88% dwas 8% | |
| materials | 21 | 0.0074 | onet dimensi 48% dwas 29% | |
| activities | 16 | 0.0057 | onet dimensi 56% dwas 19% | |
| principles | 16 | 0.0057 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| anthropology | 14 | 0.0050 | wikipedia 43% inference 43% | |
| students | 13 | 0.0046 | onet tasks 46% inference 31% | |
| teaching | 13 | 0.0046 | inference 46% onet dimensi 38% | |
| student | 13 | 0.0046 | dwas 54% onet tasks 23% | |
| includes | 12 | 0.0042 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| control | 12 | 0.0042 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| objects | 12 | 0.0042 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| social | 12 | 0.0042 | onet dimensi 42% inference 33% | |
| human | 11 | 0.0039 | onet dimensi 64% wikipedia 18% | |
| techniques | 11 | 0.0039 | onet dimensi 91% inference 9% | |
| ideas | 11 | 0.0039 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| body | 11 | 0.0039 | onet dimensi 91% wikipedia 9% | |
| academic | 10 | 0.0035 | onet tasks 30% dwas 30% | |
| events | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 89% onet tasks 11% | |
| needs | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 89% dwas 11% | |
| problems | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| resources | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| quickly | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| orientation | 9 | 0.0032 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| educational | 9 | 0.0032 | dwas 44% inference 33% | |
| career | 8 | 0.0028 | dwas 38% inference 38% | |
| services | 8 | 0.0028 | onet dimensi 75% onet tasks 12% | |
| procedures | 8 | 0.0028 | onet dimensi 100% |
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[Core] [22% incumbents] Advise students on academic and vocational curricula, career issues, and laboratory and field research. DWAs: Advise students on academic or career matters. [Core] [22% incumbents] Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions. DWAs: Guide class discussions. [Core] [22% incumbents] Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as research methods, urban anthropology, and language and culture. DWAs: Teach social science courses at the college level. [Core] [22% 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] [22% incumbents] Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers. DWAs: Evaluate student work. [Core] [22% incumbents] Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts. DWAs: Develop instructional materials. [Core] [22% incumbents] Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and present findings in professional journals, books, electronic media, or at professional conferences. DWAs: Research topics in area of expertise. | Write articles, books or other original materials in area of expertise. [Core] [22% incumbents] Supervise students' laboratory or field work. DWAs: Supervise laboratory work. | Supervise student research or internship work. [Core] [22% incumbents] Conduct ethnographic field research. DWAs: Conduct anthropological or archaeological research. | Research topics in area of expertise. [Core] [22% incumbents] Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work. DWAs: Supervise student research or internship work. [Core] [22% incumbents] Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students. DWAs: Advise students on academic or career matters. [Core] [22% 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] [22% incumbents] Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records. DWAs: Maintain student records. [Core] [22% incumbents] Write grant proposals to procure external research funding and review others' grant proposals. DWAs: Write grant proposals. [Core] [22% 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] [22% incumbents] Hire new faculty. DWAs: Hire personnel. | Select staff, team members, or performers. [Core] [22% 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] [22% incumbents] Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues. DWAs: Research topics in area of expertise. [Core] [22% incumbents] Participate in student recruitment, registration, and placement activities. DWAs: Promote educational institutions or programs. | Perform student enrollment or registration activities. [Core] [22% incumbents] Write letters of recommendation for students. DWAs: Evaluate student work. | Write reports or evaluations. [Core] [22% incumbents] Review manuscripts for publication in books and professional journals. DWAs: Evaluate scholarly materials. [Core] [22% incumbents] Participate in campus and community events. DWAs: Plan community programs or activities for the general public. [Core] [22% 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] [22% incumbents] Perform administrative duties, such as serving as department head. DWAs: Direct department activities. [Core] [22% incumbents] Act as advisers to student organizations. DWAs: Advise students on academic or career matters. [Supplemental] [22% incumbents] Compile bibliographies of specialized materials for outside reading assignments. DWAs: Compile specialized bibliographies or lists of materials. [Supplemental] [22% incumbents] Provide professional consulting services to government or industry. DWAs: Advise educators on curricula, instructional methods, or policies.
--- SKILLS --- Speaking (imp:4.88 lvl:4.88) — Talking to others to convey information effectively. Reading Comprehension (imp:4.75 lvl:5.00) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents. Writing (imp:4.62 lvl:5.00) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc Active Listening (imp:4.38 lvl:4.75) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand Learning Strategies (imp:4.38 lvl:5.00) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo Active Learning (imp:4.25 lvl:4.75) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr Critical Thinking (imp:4.00 lvl:4.50) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ Monitoring (imp:3.88 lvl:4.25) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization Science (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems. Mathematics (imp:2.62 lvl:3.00) — Using mathematics to solve problems. --- KNOWLEDGE --- Sociology and Anthropology (imp:4.95 lvl:6.91) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human History and Archeology (imp:4.55 lvl:5.73) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi English Language (imp:4.41 lvl:5.82) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea Education and Training (imp:4.09 lvl:5.18) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching Geography (imp:3.76 lvl:5.50) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an Philosophy and Theology (imp:3.59 lvl:4.77) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their Foreign Language (imp:3.55 lvl:4.55) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu Communications and Media (imp:3.41 lvl:4.14) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m Administrative (imp:3.05 lvl:3.64) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce Computers and Electronics (imp:2.90 lvl:4.14) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput Psychology (imp:2.90 lvl:3.55) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, Administration and Management (imp:2.86 lvl:3.68) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, Biology (imp:2.81 lvl:3.29) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.73 lvl:3.45) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra Mathematics (imp:2.64 lvl:3.27) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl Law and Government (imp:2.41 lvl:2.82) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat Customer and Personal Service (imp:2.32 lvl:2.82) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic Public Safety and Security (imp:2.23 lvl:1.91) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote Therapy and Counseling (imp:2.14 lvl:2.50) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r Fine Arts (imp:2.14 lvl:2.05) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform Medicine and Dentistry (imp:2.09 lvl:2.00) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i Economics and Accounting (imp:2.00 lvl:2.18) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar Telecommunications (imp:1.95 lvl:1.41) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te Transportation (imp:1.95 lvl:1.86) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea Design (imp:1.91 lvl:2.00) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of Sales and Marketing (imp:1.86 lvl:2.09) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products Chemistry (imp:1.82 lvl:1.64) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a Production and Processing (imp:1.64 lvl:1.32) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot Engineering and Technology (imp:1.59 lvl:1.23) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th Food Production (imp:1.55 lvl:1.05) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food Building and Construction (imp:1.50 lvl:1.09) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r Mechanical (imp:1.50 lvl:1.14) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main Physics (imp:1.41 lvl:0.68) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, --- ABILITIES --- Oral Expression (imp:4.88 lvl:5.38) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde Written Expression (imp:4.62 lvl:5.12) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under Speech Clarity (imp:4.62 lvl:4.88) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you. Written Comprehension (imp:4.50 lvl:5.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. Oral Comprehension (imp:4.25 lvl:5.12) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through Inductive Reasoning (imp:4.00 lvl:4.50) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion Near Vision (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.75 lvl:4.12) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that Information Ordering (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according Fluency of Ideas (imp:3.62 lvl:3.88) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas Speech Recognition (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person. Category Flexibility (imp:3.50 lvl:4.00) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping Originality (imp:3.38 lvl:3.75) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.38 lvl:3.62) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no Memorization (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced Selective Attention (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so Time Sharing (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of Far Vision (imp:3.00 lvl:3.25) — The ability to see details at a distance. Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.62 lvl:3.00) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob Number Facility (imp:2.38 lvl:2.50) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly. Speed of Closure (imp:2.25 lvl:2.38) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea Perceptual Speed (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among Auditory Attention (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra Visualization (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when Trunk Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.88 lvl:0.88) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and Visual Color Discrimination (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c Finger Dexterity (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot Hearing Sensitivity (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold Manual Dexterity (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your Control Precision (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi Spatial Orientation (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher Depth Perception (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you 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 --- Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:4.82 lvl:5.68) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used. Analyzing Data or Information (imp:4.76 lvl:5.91) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break Getting Information (imp:4.68 lvl:5.77) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour Documenting/Recording Information (imp:4.68 lvl:4.86) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte Processing Information (imp:4.59 lvl:5.81) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying Training and Teaching Others (imp:4.55 lvl:6.00) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:4.48 lvl:5.77) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job. Working with Computers (imp:4.41 lvl:3.41) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.41 lvl:5.64) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:4.36 lvl:4.95) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:4.33 lvl:6.18) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m Thinking Creatively (imp:4.27 lvl:5.55) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:4.14 lvl:5.64) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.00 lvl:4.86) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol Coaching and Developing Others (imp:4.00 lvl:4.95) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.95 lvl:4.68) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.86 lvl:5.68) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.77 lvl:4.64) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people. Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.73 lvl:4.59) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others. Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:3.48 lvl:4.23) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:3.48 lvl:4.55) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:3.41 lvl:3.73) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.41 lvl:3.50) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe Performing Administrative Activities (imp:3.27 lvl:4.27) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.23 lvl:4.09) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks. Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.18 lvl:3.36) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.18 lvl:3.95) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.14 lvl:3.91) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:2.91 lvl:3.09) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.41 lvl:2.82) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money. Performing General Physical Activities (imp:2.32 lvl:2.50) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.27 lvl:2.50) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc Handling and Moving Objects (imp:2.23 lvl:2.86) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:2.19 lvl:2.19) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.18 lvl:2.77) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.00 lvl:1.82) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:1.91 lvl:1.68) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.77 lvl:1.45) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.68 lvl:1.77) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:1.55 lvl:1.23) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:1.48 lvl:1.00) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s --- WORK STYLES --- Dependability (imp:6.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o 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 Innovation (imp:2.36) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on Dependability (imp:2.25) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o Achievement Orientation (imp:2.14) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, Social Orientation (imp:2.11) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work. Integrity (imp:2.06) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work. Social Orientation (imp:2.00) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work. Initiative (imp:1.89) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may Cooperation (imp:1.88) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work. Attention to Detail (imp:1.86) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work. Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:1.72) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work. Perseverance (imp:1.67) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in Adaptability (imp:1.61) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas Leadership Orientation (imp:1.56) — 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 Empathy (imp:1.46) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel Self-Control (imp:1.34) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res Stress Tolerance (imp:1.27) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work. Sincerity (imp:1.26) — 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 Humility (imp:0.84) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work. Optimism (imp:0.84) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un Cautiousness (imp:0.64) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related 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 Attention to Detail () — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work. 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:4.50 lvl:4.75) — Teaching others how to do something. Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.75 lvl:4.00) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m Time Management (imp:3.75 lvl:3.62) — Managing one's own time and the time of others. Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.50 lvl:3.75) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do. Coordination (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions. Systems Analysis (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, Systems Evaluation (imp:3.12 lvl:3.38) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed Persuasion (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior. Service Orientation (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Actively looking for ways to help people. Negotiation (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences. Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.88 lvl:3.25) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best Operations Analysis (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design. Management of Material Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi Technology Design (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs. Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the Programming (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — Writing computer programs for various purposes. Operations Monitoring (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr Quality Control Analysis (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate Equipment Selection (imp:1.00) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job. Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications. Operation and Control (imp:1.00) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems. Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o Troubleshooting (imp:1.00) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it. Repairing (imp:1.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
--- NATIONAL WAGES --- total_employment : 5,240 annual_median : $99,650 annual_pct10 : $57,840 annual_pct25 : $75,200 annual_pct75 : $128,750 annual_pct90 : $171,310 annual_mean : $106,880 hourly_median : N/A --- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION --- highest_state : Missouri ($130,500) lowest_state : North Carolina ($64,380) dispersion_ratio : 2.027x --- TOP STATES BY WAGE (31 total) --- Educational Services emp: 5,230 median: $ 99,740 --- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (1 total) --- Educational Services emp: 5,230 median: $ 99,740
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model_pass2 : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes : High confidence due to comprehensive O*NET data including detailed work activities, skills, knowledge areas, and BLS wage data. Education distribution and related occupations provide strong supporting evidence for career patterns and requirements.
inferred_at : 2026-06-03T16:59:14.783657+00:00
tokens_input : 4,509
tokens_output : 3,825
cost_usd : $0.044231
wikipedia_used : False
wikipedia_title : None
wikipedia_note : No exact Wikipedia match found for this specific teaching occupation. The closest semantic match was 'Anthropology' (similarity: 0.381), which covers the broader field but not the academic teaching specialization.
--- PROSE FIELDS ---
ROLE SUMMARY:
Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary teach courses in anthropology or archeology at colleges and universities, combining instruction with research activities. They deliver lectures on topics such as research methods, urban anthropology, and archaeological techniques while conducting ethnographic field research and supervising student laboratory and field work. These educators require extensive preparation including doctoral-level education and deep expertise in sociology, anthropology, history, and archeology.
DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day involves preparing and delivering lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on specialized anthropological or archaeological topics, moderating classroom discussions about research findings and theoretical frameworks. They spend significant time analyzing data from field research, documenting findings, and updating course materials such as syllabi and assignments. Much of their work involves supervising students' laboratory or field work, conducting ethnographic field research, and staying current with developments in their field through reading literature and attending professional meetings. They also evaluate student work, advise students on academic and career matters, and work extensively with computers for research analysis and course preparation.
WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel in this role demonstrate strong intellectual curiosity combined with high dependability and integrity, as evidenced by the work styles data. They possess exceptional oral and written expression abilities, enabling them to communicate complex anthropological concepts clearly to diverse audiences. The role attracts people with strong social interests paired with investigative tendencies, reflecting the RIASEC profile of Social (6.75) and Investigative (5.96). Those who succeed typically enjoy both independent research and collaborative teaching environments, with the analytical skills to conduct ethnographic field research while also having the interpersonal abilities to mentor students and facilitate meaningful classroom discussions.
CAREER ENTRY:
Entry into this career requires extensive educational preparation, with 68.2% holding doctoral degrees and 18.2% holding master's degrees according to the education distribution data. The role falls in Job Zone 5, indicating extensive preparation is needed beyond formal education. Most practitioners complete graduate studies in anthropology, archaeology, or related fields, often gaining teaching experience as graduate assistants and conducting original research for dissertations before securing faculty positions.
CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Career progression typically follows academic ranks from adjunct instructor to assistant professor, associate professor, and full professor, with opportunities to become department chairs or move into administrative roles. The related occupations data shows pathways into other social science teaching positions including sociology, area studies, history, and geography. Advanced practitioners may transition to research-focused positions, consulting roles, or leadership positions in educational institutions, museums, or cultural organizations.
MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The field employs 5,240 professionals with a median annual salary of $99,650 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, with wages ranging from $57,840 to $171,310 (10th to 90th percentile). Geographic variation is significant, with Missouri offering the highest median wages at $130,500 compared to North Carolina's $64,380, representing a 2.03x ratio. Nearly all employment (5,230 of 5,240 positions) is concentrated in educational services, indicating limited diversification opportunities. The specialized nature and extensive education requirements suggest relatively stable but limited job growth potential.
AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
The role shows moderate resistance to automation due to its emphasis on interpreting meaning for others (importance 4.8, level 5.7) and training/teaching activities that require human interaction and cultural sensitivity. While research analysis and data processing components may see technological augmentation, the core functions of ethnographic fieldwork, student mentorship, and complex cultural interpretation remain inherently human-centered activities that require social intelligence and contextual understanding.
--- REASONED EDGES ---
[knowledge_overlap] Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1067.00) — confidence:high
reasoning: Both roles share identical top knowledge area of Sociology and Anthropology (importance 5.0, level 6.9) and similar education/training requirements.
data: Knowledge: Sociology and Anthropology
data: Job Zone 5
data: Related occupation primary-short
[riasec_cluster] Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1062.00) — confidence:high
reasoning: Both roles exhibit similar Social-Investigative RIASEC profiles focused on cultural research and education in academic settings.
data: RIASEC Social: 6.75, Investigative: 5.96
data: Related occupation primary-short
data: Cultural research focus
[knowledge_overlap] History Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1125.00) — confidence:high
reasoning: Shared expertise in History and Archeology knowledge (importance 4.5, level 5.7) and similar research-focused teaching methodologies.
data: Knowledge: History and Archeology
data: Research methodology focus
data: Related occupation primary-short
[skill_overlap] Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary (25-1066.00) — confidence:medium
reasoning: Both roles require identical critical thinking skills (importance 4.0, level 4.5) and research analysis capabilities for social science instruction.
data: Skill: Critical Thinking
data: Work activity: Analyzing Data
data: Related occupation primary-long
[career_pathway] Anthropologists and Archeologists (19-3091.00) — confidence:high
reasoning: Direct career pathway from research-focused anthropologist roles to academic teaching positions, sharing core ethnographic research activities.
data: Ethnographic field research
data: Sociology and Anthropology knowledge
data: Research methodology expertise
--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
match_keywords : ['anthropology teacher', 'archaeology teacher', 'anthropology professor', 'archaeology professor', 'anthropology instructor', 'archaeology instructor', 'anthropology faculty', 'archaeological education']
exclude_keywords : ['museum curator', 'field archaeologist', 'cultural anthropologist', 'research assistant', 'lab technician']
title_patterns : ['*anthropology*teacher*', '*archaeology*teacher*', '*anthropology*professor*', '*archaeology*professor*', '*anthropology*instructor*']
common_variations: ['anthropology adjunct professor', 'archaeology faculty member', 'cultural anthropology instructor', 'physical anthropology teacher', 'archaeological methods professor', 'ethnographic research instructor', 'prehistoric archaeology teacher', 'applied anthropology professor']
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