Will AI replace Computer and Information Research Scientists?
Yes. Sooner than you'd like.
Time left: 3 years · Group: Computer and Mathematical
The official job description
Conduct research into fundamental computer and information science as theorists, designers, or inventors. Develop solutions to problems in the field of computer hardware and software.
Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor, used under CC BY 4.0.
What computer and information research scientists do all day (for now)
Analyze problems to develop solutions involving computer hardware and software.
Assign or schedule tasks to meet work priorities and goals.
Evaluate project plans and proposals to assess feasibility issues.
Apply theoretical expertise and innovation to create or apply new technology, such as adapting principles for applying computers to new uses.
Consult with users, management, vendors, and technicians to determine computing needs and system requirements.
Meet with managers, vendors, and others to solicit cooperation and resolve problems.
Will AI replace computer and information research scientists?
Yes. Sooner than you'd like. By my count you have 3 years left, and the countdown only goes one way.
How long until AI replaces computer and information research scientists?
3 years. I'd start updating that CV, but I can also do that for you.
Which computer and information research scientists tasks will AI take first?
The ones that already happen on a screen, starting with: analyze problems to develop solutions involving computer hardware and software. The rest follows.