Study the societal implications of AI systems, develop frameworks for responsible AI, and advise organizations on ethical AI deployment. Emerging field at the intersection of technology, law, and philosophy.
Pay
$95,000
Lower reported wage
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$175,000
Upper reported wage
Annual U.S. salaries. Actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience. The lower and upper figures do not represent starting and senior salaries.
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BLS does not track AI Ethics Researcher as a distinct occupation. Emerging field; workers map to 15-1221 Computer and Information Research Scientists ($141K) for technical AI safety, or to 19-3094 / 19-3039 for policy and governance roles.
Annual median review, October 27, 2026: No dedicated occupation mapping and annual median have been verified for this role. Adjacent occupations do not establish its earnings, and OEWS excludes self-employed workers. Sources: https://www.bls.gov/oes/2025/may/oes_stru.htm ; https://www.bls.gov/oes/oes_ques.htm . Existing employment and projection figures were not refreshed.
