ISCO-08 2113
Chemists
67.6%
ADI · 146th of 433 · 95% interval 50.5–84.8
An AI agent can at least partly carry out 67.6% of the task time of chemists, and finish 0.0% alone. The barrier that holds most of the rest back is access to the systems the work runs on.
ADI · partial or full67.6%
146th of 433 · interval 50.5–84.8
ADI3 · full delegation0.0%
201st of 433 · interval 0.0–0.0
ADIs · share of time46.7%
149th of 433 · interval 41.9–52.5
Evidence52
task statements rated by two models and weighted by importance and frequency. World employment: 0.8 million.
Task weight by level
How the tasks rate
L0No meaningful role · 0.0%L1Augmentation · 32.4%L2Partial delegation · 67.6%L3Full delegation · 0.0%
Barriers
What stops the agent
Share of task weight flagged by each barrier; a task can carry several.
52 task statements, heaviest first
| Task statement (O*NET occupation) | Weight | Level | Sonnet · Haiku | Share | Human time | Barriers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Develop, improve, or customize products, equipment, formulas, processes, or analytical methods.Chemists | 6.0% | L2 | L2L2 | 40% | 23 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Analyze organic or inorganic compounds to determine chemical or physical properties, composition, structure, relationships, or reactions, using chromatography, spectroscopy, or spectrophotometry techniques.Chemists | 5.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 40% | 3.0 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Induce changes in composition of substances by introducing heat, light, energy, or chemical catalysts for quantitative or qualitative analysis.Chemists | 5.4% | L1 | L1L2 | 28% | 3.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Prepare test solutions, compounds, or reagents for laboratory personnel to conduct tests.Chemists | 5.3% | L1 | L1L2 | 25% | 52 min | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Compile and analyze test information to determine process or equipment operating efficiency or to diagnose malfunctions.Chemists | 5.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 4.0 h | Access to systems |
| Conduct quality control tests.Chemists | 4.8% | L1 | L1L2 | 32% | 2.3 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Confer with scientists or engineers to conduct analyses of research projects, interpret test results, or develop nonstandard tests.Chemists | 4.7% | L2 | L2L2 | 52% | 2.0 h | Physical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Maintain laboratory instruments to ensure proper working order and troubleshoot malfunctions when needed.Chemists | 4.6% | L1 | L1L2 | 28% | 1.8 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Direct, coordinate, or advise personnel in test procedures for analyzing components or physical properties of materials.Chemists | 4.5% | L1 | L1L2 | 40% | 1.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Write technical papers or reports or prepare standards and specifications for processes, facilities, products, or tests.Chemists | 4.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 68% | 6.0 h | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Evaluate laboratory safety procedures to ensure compliance with standards or to make improvements as needed.Chemists | 3.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 52% | 4.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Purchase laboratory supplies, such as chemicals, when supplies are low or near their expiration date.Chemists | 3.1% | L2 | L2L2 | 70% | 45 min | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Test material samples for tolerance under tension, compression, and shear to determine the cause of metal failures.Materials Scientists | 2.3% | L1 | L1L2 | 30% | 5.3 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Conduct research on the structures and properties of materials, such as metals, alloys, polymers, and ceramics, to obtain information that could be used to develop new products or enhance existing ones.Materials Scientists | 2.2% | L2 | L2L2 | 48% | 23 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Test metals to determine conformance to specifications of mechanical strength, strength-weight ratio, ductility, magnetic and electrical properties, and resistance to abrasion, corrosion, heat, and cold.Materials Scientists | 2.2% | L1 | L1L1 | 25% | 5.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
Show the other 37 tasks
| Task statement (O*NET occupation) | Weight | Level | Sonnet · Haiku | Share | Human time | Barriers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supervise and monitor production processes to ensure efficient use of equipment, timely changes to specifications, and project completion within time frame and budget.Materials Scientists | 2.0% | L2 | L2L2 | 45% | 3.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Plan laboratory experiments to confirm feasibility of processes and techniques used in the production of materials with special characteristics.Materials Scientists | 1.9% | L2 | L2L2 | 60% | 6.0 h | Access to systems |
| Teach in colleges and universities.Materials Scientists · supplemental task | 1.9% | L2 | L2L2 | 42% | 2.8 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Test individual parts and products to ensure that manufacturer and governmental quality and safety standards are met.Materials Scientists | 1.9% | L1 | L1L2 | 32% | 3.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Determine ways to strengthen or combine materials or develop new materials with new or specific properties for use in a variety of products and applications.Materials Scientists | 1.8% | L2 | L2L2 | 48% | 25 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Prepare reports, manuscripts, proposals, and technical manuals for use by other scientists and requestors, such as sponsors and customers.Materials Scientists | 1.8% | L2 | L2L2 | 62% | 6.0 h | Access to systems |
| Recommend materials for reliable performance in various environments.Materials Scientists | 1.8% | L2 | L2L2 | 62% | 4.0 h | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Perform experiments and computer modeling to study the nature, structure, and physical and chemical properties of metals and their alloys, and their responses to applied forces.Materials Scientists | 1.7% | L2 | L2L2 | 45% | 22 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Devise testing methods to evaluate the effects of various conditions on particular materials.Materials Scientists | 1.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 62% | 3.5 h | Access to systems |
| Research methods of processing, forming, and firing materials to develop such products as ceramic dental fillings, unbreakable dinner plates, and telescope lenses.Materials Scientists | 1.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 45% | 6.5 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Confer with customers to determine how to tailor materials to their needs.Materials Scientists | 1.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 42% | 1.5 h | Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Visit suppliers of materials or users of products to gather specific information.Materials Scientists | 1.1% | L1 | L1L1 | 25% | 5.5 h | Physical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Write research papers for publication in scientific journals.Materials Scientists | 1.1% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 60 h | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Manage or analyze data obtained from remote sensing systems to obtain meaningful results.Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists | 1.0% | L2 | L2L2 | 70% | 4.0 h | – |
| Integrate other geospatial data sources into projects.Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists | 1.0% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 3.5 h | Access to systems |
| Analyze data acquired from aircraft, satellites, or ground-based platforms, using statistical analysis software, image analysis software, or Geographic Information Systems (GIS).Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists | 0.9% | L2 | L2L2 | 70% | 4.0 h | – |
| Organize and maintain geospatial data and associated documentation.Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists | 0.9% | L2 | L2L3 | 70% | 3.5 h | Access to systems |
| Compile and format image data to increase its usefulness.Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists | 0.9% | L2 | L2L3 | 75% | 2.8 h | Access to systems |
| Discuss project goals, equipment requirements, or methodologies with colleagues or team members.Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists | 0.8% | L2 | L2L2 | 42% | 1.0 h | Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Develop or build databases for remote sensing or related geospatial project information.Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists | 0.7% | L2 | L2L3 | 75% | 6.0 h | – |
| Process aerial or satellite imagery to create products such as land cover maps.Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists | 0.7% | L2 | L2L3 | 75% | 8.0 h | – |
| Direct all activity associated with implementation, operation, or enhancement of remote sensing hardware or software.Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists | 0.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 42% | 6.0 h | Physical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Design or implement strategies for collection, analysis, or display of geographic data.Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists | 0.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 62% | 4.0 h | Access to systems |
| Prepare or deliver reports or presentations of geospatial project information.Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists | 0.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 68% | 4.0 h | Trust and care |
| Train technicians in the use of remote sensing technology.Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists | 0.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 50% | 6.0 h | Physical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Monitor quality of remote sensing data collection operations to determine if procedural or equipment changes are necessary.Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists | 0.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 2.8 h | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Collect supporting data, such as climatic or field survey data, to corroborate remote sensing data analyses.Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists | 0.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 60% | 4.0 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Attend meetings or seminars or read current literature to maintain knowledge of developments in the field of remote sensing.Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists | 0.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 2.0 h | Access to systems |
| Conduct research into the application or enhancement of remote sensing technology.Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists | 0.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 60% | 22 h | Access to systems |
| Develop automated routines to correct for the presence of image distorting artifacts, such as ground vegetation.Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists | 0.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 6.0 h | – |
| Use remote sensing data for forest or carbon tracking activities to assess the impact of environmental change.Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists | 0.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 70% | 7.0 h | Accountability |
| Develop new analytical techniques or sensor systems.Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists | 0.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 42% | 24 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Apply remote sensing data or techniques, such as surface water modeling or dust cloud detection, to address environmental issues.Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists | 0.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 62% | 6.0 h | Accountability |
| Set up or maintain remote sensing data collection systems.Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists | 0.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 42% | 4.0 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Participate in fieldwork.Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists | 0.4% | L1 | L1L1 | 14% | 8.0 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Recommend new remote sensing hardware or software acquisitions.Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists | 0.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 8.0 h | Access to systems |
| Direct installation or testing of new remote sensing hardware or software.Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists | 0.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 35% | 7.0 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
Level: consensus of the two models (the lower level when they disagree). Share: part of the task’s working time an agent could take over. Human time: minutes a competent person needs for one instance, as estimated by the models.
Against other measures
Exposure is not delegation
| Measure | Value | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| ADI (this index) | 67.6% | 67 |
| Eloundou et al. (2024), GPT exposure β | 0.404 | 62 |
| Felten et al. (2021), AI occupational exposure | 0.794 | 70 |
| Webb (2020), AI patent exposure | 86 | 84 |
| Eisfeldt et al. (2026), generative AI exposure | 0.361 | 74 |
| Anthropic Economic Index, observed use | 0.186 | 84 |
Earlier indices measure whether AI can touch a task; ADI measures how much of it an agent can carry out from a goal. – : the source does not cover this occupation.
Same sub-major group (21)
Neighbouring occupations
| Occupation | ADI | % |
|---|---|---|
| Graphic and multimedia designers 2166 | 96.8 | |
| Mathematicians, actuaries and statisticians 2120 | 96.5 | |
| Meteorologists 2112 | 94.4 | |
| Electrical engineers 2151 | 91.8 | |
| Building architects 2161 | 91.1 | |
| Telecommunications engineers 2153 | 90.1 | |
| Engineering professionals not elsewhere classified 2149 | 89.4 | |
| Chemical engineers 2145 | 88.9 | |
| Environmental engineers 2143 | 88.6 | |
| Industrial and production engineers 2141 | 87.6 | |
| Electronics engineers 2152 | 85.5 | |
| Mechanical engineers 2144 | 84.9 |
Dashed line: chemists (67.6%).
Cite this record
Text
Espinal Maya, Cristian, and Santiago Jiménez Londoño. 2026. ADI v2026.1: Agent Delegability Index data, code and MCP server. Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23552918. Record: Chemists (ISCO-08 2113), https://balamlabs.org/adi/occupations/2113
BibTeX
@misc{espinal2026adidata,
title = {{ADI} v2026.1: Agent Delegability Index data, code and {MCP} server},
author = {Espinal Maya, Cristian and Jim{\'e}nez Londo{\~n}o, Santiago},
year = {2026},
publisher = {Zenodo},
version = {v2026.1},
doi = {10.5281/zenodo.23552918},
url = {https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23552918},
note = {Record: Chemists (ISCO-08 2113)}
}Machine-readable
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