The AI career frontier

Written By Molly Weaver

As artificial intelligence reshapes industries, entirely new career paths are emerging that combine technical understanding with industry expertise and human-centered skills.

Some of the fastest-growing AI-adjacent roles include:

  • AI Ethics Officer: Professionals who ensure AI implementations align with organizational values and regulatory requirements

  • AI-Human Workflow Designers: Experts who determine which tasks should be handled by AI versus humans for optimal results

  • Domain-Specific AI Trainers: People with industry expertise who teach AI systems the nuances of specific sectors like healthcare, legal, or finance

  • AI Implementation Consultants: Professionals who help organizations identify opportunities for AI integration and measure outcomes

While technical roles require specific credentials, many emerging positions value industry experience combined with AI literacy over pure technical expertise. In fact, LinkedIn reports that 67% of new AI-related job postings prioritize business acumen and ethical judgment alongside technical skills.

To position yourself for these opportunities:

  • Complete an AI literacy course from recognized institutions like MIT’s Sloan School (many are available online)

  • Join AI ethics working groups within professional associations

  • Identify repetitive aspects of your current role that could be enhanced with AI assistance

  • Build case studies by implementing small AI solutions to existing problems

  • Connect with startups in your industry that are developing AI applications

The most successful candidates don’t necessarily have the deepest technical knowledge—they understand how AI capabilities can solve real business problems in their domain of expertise.

Molly Weaver
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