A new study reveals which fast-growing careers are immune to automation and still pay top dollar

• Health care and applied science careers dominate the list of top-paying, fast-growing jobs least likely to be replaced by AI.

• Experts say jobs that rely on human skills like empathy, judgment, and critical thinking are proving the most AI-resistant.

• Job seekers can use AI as a tool to enhance their searchbut human qualities still matter most in landing and succeeding in these roles.

While there are several benefits associated with artificial intelligence (AI), some consumers may have fears surrounding the technology especially as it pertains to the job market.

To help ease some of those fears, Resume Genius put together a list of the top 10 highest-paying, fastest-growing jobs that AI wont replace.

ConsumerAffairs also interviewed career expert Eva Chan to get the latest on how AI is impacting the job market, how job seekers can use AI to their advantage, and more.

The list

Researchers at Resume Genius created the list by identifying roles with a median annual salary of at least $49,500, a projected job growth rate of over 10% during the decade, and an automation risk below 50%, based on a specialized risk calculator.

Heres a look at the list:

1. Computer and information research scientist

• Median salary: $149,910

• Estimated job growth: 26%

• AI job takeover risk: 31%

2. Physician assistant

• Median salary: $133,260

• Estimated job growth: 28%

• AI job takeover risk: 0%

3. Nurse practitioner

• Median salary: $132,050

• Estimated job growth: 40%

• AI job takeover risk: 0%

4. Veterinarian

• Median salary: $125,510

• Estimated job growth: 19%

• AI job takeover risk: 7%

5. Medical and health services manager

• Median salary: $117,960

• Estimated job growth: 29%

• AI job takeover risk: 16%

6. Speech-language pathologist

• Median salary: $95,410

• Estimated job growth: 18%

• AI job takeover risk: 9%

7. Operations research analyst

• Median salary: $91,290

• Estimated job growth: 23%

• AI job takeover risk: 42%

8. Epidemiologist

• Median salary: $83,980

• Estimated job growth: 19%

• AI job takeover risk: 7%

9. Logistician

• Median salary: $80,880

• Estimated job growth: 19%

• AI job takeover risk: 38%

10. Wind turbine technician

• Median salary: $62,580

• Estimated job growth: 60%

• AI job takeover risk: 39%

How is AI affecting the job market?

According to Chan, AI is changing the job market in visible and subtle ways.

Its automating certain tasks, especially in roles where the work follows a set routine, she said. Were already seeing fewer openings in areas like data entry, payroll, and basic customer support as more of that work gets handled by software. These jobs still matter, but the number of people companies hire for them is declining.

Were also seeing something else: jobs that rely on human presence, care, and judgment are growing. According to our research at Resume Genius, the fastest-growing roles in the next decade arent in coding or automation. Theyre in health care and applied science, which are fields that require critical thinking, people skills, and decision-making in real time.

Using AI to your advantage

If youre on the job hunt, there are ways to utilize AI to your advantage.

AI can take a lot of the friction out of the job search, Chan explained. Its great for getting unstuck or acting as an assistant by helping you polish a resume, suggest better phrasing, or match your experience to a job description. You can also use it to prep for interviews or keep track of where youve applied.

However, despite the benefits, Chan encourages job seekers to keep humanity at the center of their job hunt.

The strongest applications still feel human, she said. Use AI to help you start a draft or check your formatting, then make sure youre adding context and personality that show why youre a good fit for the role. A thoughtful application will always stand out, especially in industries like health care where soft skills like empathy and clear communication are critical to the work.

Looking to the future

Despite the ways that AI is changing things, Chan believes there are still opportunities for job seekers now and in the future.

One encouraging trend is that many of the careers showing long-term stability are also the kinds of work that feel meaningful to many people, she said. Jobs involving health care, science, and technical problem-solving usually give people the chance to keep learning and taking on more responsibility over time.

As you gain experience, the work itself can shift. You might handle more complex cases, use new tools, or work on bigger projects. That kind of growth is part of why these roles stay valuable, even as technology changes. AI might speed things up, but its not replacing real human thinking anytime soon. If youre staying curious and building skills that are useful across different tools or teams, youre in a good spot.

Ford led automakers with more than 3.3 million recalls

• Vehicle recalls in the U.S. more than doubled in Q2 2025, hitting the highest quarterly total in over a year.

• Ford led all automakers with over 3.3 million vehicles recalled across 49 safety campaigns.

• Nearly 95% of vehicles recalled involved defects posing a risk of crash or injury, with back-over prevention systems topping the list.

U.S. drivers are facing a surge of vehicle safety recalls as summer travel season begins, with more than 7.3 million vehicles recalled between April and June, according to BizzyCars Q2 2025 Recall Report. The figure represents the highest quarterly total in over a year and more than double the volume recorded in Q1.

This spike in recalls comes just as families are preparing for summer travel, said Ryan Maher, CEO of BizzyCar. Most of these issues involve serious safety risks, so its critical that drivers schedule repairs without delay.

Ford tops the charts

Ford Motor Company led all manufacturers this quarter, recalling over 3.3 million vehicles across 49 separate campaigns, accounting for nearly half of all vehicles affected. General Motors and Honda followed as the next most-affected automakers.

Notably, 94.6% of all vehicles recalled in Q2 involved defects posing a risk of crash or injury if left unaddressed. Among the most significant issues:

• Back-over prevention systems, impacting 2.59 million vehicles.

• Engine and engine cooling problems, affecting 1.14 million vehicles.

• Service brakes, hydraulic issues, involving 775,000 vehicles.

The severity of the safety concerns prompted authorities to issue three Do Not Drive warnings and three Park Outside advisories, underscoring the urgent nature of many of these defects.

Remote repairs growing, but physical fixes still needed

While technology is making some recall fixes more convenient, traditional repairs remain essential. BizzyCar reports that over one million vehicles this quarter were eligible for Over-the-Air (OTA) software updates rather than a dealership visit.

However, OTA fixes still represent only 14.7% of all recalls since early 2022, highlighting that most safety repairs still require in-person service, particularly for critical systems like steering, brakes, and seats.

OTA updates offer convenience, but they also eliminate critical dealership touchpoints, Maher noted. Many safety fixes still depend on trained technicians and certified parts. Dealerships remain the front line of recall completion.

Stay safe this summer

Drivers are urged to check their vehicle identification number (VIN) on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website or contact their dealership to see if their vehicle is under recall.

With millions of vehicles affected, prompt action could help prevent accidents or injuries on the road.

While the sales may have cooled, scammers have not

• Scammers often strike after Prime Day, targeting consumers with fake delivery messages while they wait for packages.

• AI-powered are becoming harder to spot, mimicking legitimate messages from Amazon, UPS, and FedEx.

• Experts urge consumers to be proactive, avoid clicking suspicious links, enable two-factor authentication, and verify messages through official apps.

The most recent iteration of Amazons Prime Day has recently come to a close.

While many consumers are used to the spike in during the multi-day sales event, it may be less well-known that scammers like to strike in the days following the sales.

To help navigate the scam risks, ConsumerAffairs talked to Clayton LiaBraaten, Senior Executive Advisor at Truecaller, to learn about this next wave of , who's most at risk, and what to watch for in the coming days.

Post-Prime Day, we see a spike in delivery-related as consumers place orders and await packages, LiaBraaten said. Fraudsters know this is the perfect opportunity to impersonate shipping carriers like Amazon, UPS, or FedEx.

Both consumers who have participated in Prime Day and those who have avoided shopping altogether will face the same threats.

What to look out for

LiaBraaten shared the biggest warning signs consumers should be aware of:

• Be vigilant for messages that urge you to act fast, reschedule a missed delivery, or confirm a shipping address.

• Scammers rely on patterns of urgency and familiarity; the latter is crucial to gaining trust.

• If you get a text or email that looks like it's from a retailer or delivery service, dont click links or input any information unless youve verified the contact through the official website or app.

The rise of AI in

LiaBraaten explained that the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has made it easier than ever for scammers to attack at any time.

With the rise of AI and machine learning, scammers are crafting more identical texts and emails that resemble the actual sender, and it's becoming harder to detect the legitimate from the illegitimate, he said.

Using fonts, language, tone, and company graphics, AI is making it easier than ever for scammers to have a leg up on how they present these tactics. It is not perfect consumers must look for signs like odd grammar, strange email addresses, or requests that dont match order activity. Legitimate companies dont ask for sensitive data via SMS or email.

Stay vigilant post-Prime Day

The biggest thing to note: everyone is a target for these kinds of . However, that doesnt mean theyre unavoidable.

LiaBraaten urges consumers to be vigilant when checking emails or reading texts, and take extra security measures to protect data and personal information.

Turn on two-factor authentication for your accounts and dont reuse or share passwords, he said.

Regarding delivery updates, do not follow suspicious links; go directly to your Amazon or carrier app and log into your account to see legitimate, real-time updates. And never provide personal, financial, or login info from an unsolicited message. If something feels off, it probably is.

Dont be reactive

LiaBraatens final piece of advice: be proactive, not reactive.

Scammers are social engineers and evolve quickly, but they still rely on one thing: human response, he said.

We must slow down and not be reactive. It is more beneficial to be proactive to avoid these scammers and stay skeptical, i.e., verify before clicking. By doing so, we take away their power.

If you have loved ones who are not as technically savvy, educate them on how to safely navigate this online space and introduce them to the tools that work on their behalf to block these scammers proactively.

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