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Crop Scientist
Also known as: Plant Breeder, Plant Scientist, Seed Researcher, Crop Geneticist
AI Impact Score
42/100AI accelerates genomic analysis and phenotyping but cannot replace greenhouse work, field observation, or the creative intuition needed to guide breeding programs.
$55k – $120k
Salary Range
growing
Growth Outlook
22,000
Total Jobs (US)
+8%
Growth Rate
Task Breakdown
Tasks at Risk (4)
Manual data entry from field trialsBasic statistical summariesRoutine phenotype scoringStandard literature searches
AI-Enhanced Tasks (4)
Genomic selection modelsHigh-throughput phenotyping analysisGene expression pattern recognitionMulti-environment trial analysis
Human-Safe Tasks (4)
Experimental designField trial managementCross-pollination and selection decisionsRegulatory navigation for new varieties
Current Skills
Plant GeneticsField Trial DesignStatisticsPlant PathologyLaboratory Techniques
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