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Academic Psychologists conduct research, teach courses, publish findings, and supervise students to advance psychological knowledge.

    • AI Exposure: High

      This role has a high level of AI exposure. While some human skills are required, many tasks could be automated or replaced by new technology.

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  • This role has a high level of AI exposure. While some human skills are required, many tasks could be automated or replaced by new technology.
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AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

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Academic Psychologist careers

An Academic Psychologist primarily engages in research and teaching within academic institutions, focusing on advancing the understanding of psychological theories and practices. Their duties typically include conducting original research, publishing findings in academic journals, and teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses to foster the next generation of psychologists.

Academic Psychologists may also supervise students in their research projects, participate in departmental committees, and collaborate with other researchers to explore various psychological topics and contribute to academic knowledge.

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