SOC 25-1065
Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Risk Score
⚠️53/100
Elevated
US Employment
👥17,170
Total workers
Median Wage
💰$95K
$50K – $173K
Projected Growth
📈+2%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
🤖95/100
High exposure
💡 Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary face a risk score of 53/100 — 9 points above the national average of 44. With 95/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology →
💡 Workers in this field earn $95K ($48K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths →
🔍 AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 53/100, Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like ai-powered research and literature review tools are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 17,170 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in adapting instruction to individual learning needs in real-time and developing creative and engaging hands-on lessons to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths →
⚠️ Top Risk Factors
AI-powered research and literature review tools
AI-generated written content replacing manual drafting
AI-generated curriculum and lesson plan content
AI coding assistants reducing developer demand
🛡️ Tasks Safe from Automation
Adapting instruction to individual learning needs in real-time
Developing creative and engaging hands-on lessons
Mentoring students through personal and academic challenges
Inspiring and motivating students through personal connection
📊 vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
🔄 Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dentists, All Other Specialists | 13 | $226K | 65% |
| Advertising, Marketing, Promotions, Public Relations, and Sales Managers | 16 | $145K | 59% |
| Postsecondary Teachers | 22 | $82K | 82% |