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Philosophical Analyst

Philosophical analysts ask big questions about how we should live, what is right and wrong, and what makes life meaningful. They help companies, schools, and governments think through tricky problems by exploring what is actually important.

Philosophical Analyst

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General Studies

AI IMPACT
AI USED FOR35%moving to80%
THE DOOR, NOWB
THE DOOR, 20 YRSD
STARTING PAY£22,000 - £28,000
MOAT NOT YET CLASSIFIEDA real score, but the moat is not yet classified. No claim either way.

THE DOOR: A easy to E extremely hard, now and in 20 years

AI is used for very little of this work today
Hands-on work, caring for people and dealing with the real world are among the hardest things to automate, and this job leans on them. We have not yet formally classified its moat, so we make no claim either way, but the exposure score speaks for itself.

Who hires for this

The Wellcome TrustA leading biomedical research charity that values ethical considerations in health and science.The British AcademyAn institution that promotes humanities and social sciences, often seeking philosophical insights for policy development.DeloitteA global consulting firm that employs philosophical analysts to tackle ethical issues in business.The Royal SocietyAn independent scientific academy that values philosophical perspectives on science and ethics.The Institute of Advanced StudiesA research institute that engages with philosophical questions in various disciplines.The University of EdinburghA prestigious university with a strong philosophy department, often hiring analysts for research projects.The University of OxfordRenowned for its philosophy programme, offering roles in research and analysis.The University of CambridgeAnother top university that values philosophical analysis in various research initiatives.The National Health Service (NHS)Employs philosophical analysts to address ethical issues in healthcare.The House of CommonsEngages philosophical analysts to inform policy discussions and ethical considerations in governance.