High-demand careers for the next decade
Two thousand and sixty-one careers with growing or fast-growing demand, careers where the underlying employment data shows growing or fast-growing demand, the kind of roles where good people are absorbed quickly and salaries trend upward as the work expands. Each card below carries the typical preparation path, the salary range from entry to senior level, and a short read on what the work actually involves day to day. You are looking at page 38 of 42 for high-demand careers.
2061 careers in High-demand careers for the next decade, page 38 of 42
Stormwater Engineer
Bachelor's degree (Civil/Environmental Engineering) · $88,000
Designs stormwater management systems including detention basins, bioretention, green infrastructure, and conveyance…
Story Artist
Bachelor's Degree · $80,000
Story Artists translate scripts and ideas into visual narratives through storyboards, helping to plan the visual flow…
Storyboard Director
Bachelor's Degree in Film or Illustration · $80,000
Creates detailed storyboards that visualize narrative flow. Bridges conceptual ideas and production execution.
Strategic Account Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $120,000
Develops and maintains long-term relationships with a portfolio of assigned strategic customers.
Strategic Consultant
Master's Degree · $130,000
Advise organizations on high-level decisions to enhance overall performance by analyzing market trends, competitive…
Strategic Sourcing Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $92,000
Develop and execute advanced talent sourcing strategies to build diverse, high-quality candidate pipelines for critical…
Strategy and Operations Manager
Master's Degree · $185,000
Drive strategic planning and operational execution for a business unit or organisation. Develop strategic plans, build…
Strategy Consultant
Bachelor's in Business or Economics; MBA from top school strongly preferred · $115,000
Helps organizations define long-term strategic direction, evaluate market opportunities, and make critical decisions on…
Strength and Conditioning Coach
Bachelor's degree (Exercise Science/Kinesiology; Master's common) · $52,000
Designs and implements periodized training programs to improve athletic performance, speed, power, agility, and injury…
Structural Biologist / Crystallographer
Ph.D. in Structural Biology, Biochemistry, or Biophysics · $105,000
Determines three-dimensional structures of proteins and macromolecular complexes using X-ray crystallography, cryo-EM,…
Structured Finance Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $103,000
Develop complex financial instruments and transactions, often involving securitization and derivatives, for specialized…
Subject Matter Expert
Bachelor's Degree · $110,000
Provide authoritative guidance, insights, and solutions based on deep expertise in a specific field, supporting…
Substance Abuse Counselor
Master's Degree · $59,350
Provides expert care and support to individuals struggling with substance use disorders. Counsels clients individually…
Succession Planning Specialist
Master's Degree · $112,000
Design and manage succession planning programs that identify, develop, and retain high-potential talent for critical…
Supply Chain AI Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $155,000
Apply AI and machine learning to supply chain operations to improve demand forecasting, inventory optimisation,…
Supply Chain Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $85,000
Optimizes logistics and operations to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction.
Supply Chain Automation Engineer
Bachelor's in Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, or Automation Engineering · $110,000
Designs and implements automation solutions across supply chain operations including RPA, IoT integration, and workflow…
Supply Chain Consultant
Bachelor's Degree · $105,000
Analyzes and optimizes supply chain operations, identifying inefficiencies and implementing solutions to improve…
Supply Chain Director
Master's degree · $140,000
Oversee and manage all aspects of the company's supply chain, including procurement, logistics, inventory, and supplier…
Supply Chain Director / VP of Supply Chain Operations
Bachelor's in Supply Chain Management, Business, or Engineering; MBA preferred · $165,000
Oversees end-to-end supply chain strategy including procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and distribution to optimize…
Supply Chain Engineer
Bachelor's degree (Industrial Engineering/Supply Chain/Operations Research) · $90,000
Optimizes supply chain operations through engineering analysis, designing logistics networks, improving material flow,…
Supply Chain Risk Manager
Bachelor's in Supply Chain, Business, or Risk Management · $120,000
Identifies, assesses, and mitigates risks across the supply chain including supplier disruptions, geopolitical threats,…
Supply Chain Sustainability Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $115,000
Develop and implement supply chain sustainability programs that reduce Scope 3 emissions, improve supplier…
Supply Chain Systems Analyst
Bachelor's in Information Systems, Supply Chain, or Computer Science · $85,000
Analyzes, configures, and supports supply chain technology systems including ERP, TMS, WMS, and planning tools to…
Surf Instructor
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $49,689
Teaches individuals how to surf, focusing on safety, technique, and ocean awareness.
Surgical First Assistant
Bachelor's Degree · $110,000
Assist the primary surgeon during operative procedures by providing direct patient care, maintaining the operative…
Surgical Physician Assistant
Bachelor's Degree · $90,000
Assist surgeons in the operating room, performing tasks such as suturing, wound closure, and patient management.
Survey Methodologist / Sampling Statistician
Ph.D. in Survey Methodology, Statistics, or Biostatistics · $95,000
Designs statistically rigorous survey instruments, sampling frames, and weighting methodologies for government…
Sustainability Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $82,000
Collect, analyze, and report on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) data to support corporate sustainability…
Sustainability Consultant
Bachelor's Degree · $95,000
Develops and implements strategies for organizations to operate in an environmentally and socially responsible manner,…
Sustainability Data Scientist
Master's Degree · $135,000
Apply advanced data science and machine learning techniques to analyze large-scale environmental and sustainability…
Sustainability Designer / Circular Design Specialist
Bachelor's degree (Industrial Design/Environmental Science/Sustainability) · $90,000
Integrates sustainability principles into product and service design, applying circular economy frameworks, lifecycle…
Sustainability Nonprofit Program Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $78,000
Design, manage, and evaluate environmental education, conservation, and community sustainability programs for nonprofit…
Sustainability Reporting Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $90,000
Prepare and manage an organization's annual sustainability and ESG reports in compliance with GRI Standards, SASB,…
Sustainable Design Architect
Master's Degree · $105,000
Design high-performance buildings and urban spaces that minimize environmental impact through passive design…
Sustainable Supply Chain Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $155,000
Develop and implement sustainability strategies across supply chains to reduce environmental impact, improve social…
Swim Instructor
High School Diploma or Equivalent · $35,000
Teaches individuals or groups how to swim, focusing on water safety, stroke techniques, and aquatic skills. Instructors…
Syndicated Data Analyst (Nielsen / IRI / Circana)
Bachelor's in Marketing, Business, or Statistics · $78,000
Analyzes syndicated retail and consumer panel data from Nielsen, Circana, and similar providers to track market share,…
Synthetic Biologist
Ph.D. in Synthetic Biology, Molecular Biology, or Bioengineering · $115,000
Engineers biological systems and organisms with novel functions by designing genetic circuits, metabolic pathways, and…
Synthetic Biology Engineer
PhD · $165,000
Design and engineer biological systems and organisms with novel functions. Apply genetic engineering, metabolic…
Synthetic Media Producer
Bachelor's Degree · $150,000
Create and manage AI-generated media including synthetic video, audio, and imagery for commercial, entertainment, and…
System Administrator
Bachelor's Degree · $90,000
System Administrators are responsible for the upkeep, configuration, and reliable operation of computer systems,…
Systems Engineer (Hardware / Product)
Bachelor's degree (Engineering; Master's common; INCOSE CSEP valued) · $120,000
Manages the integration of mechanical, electrical, software, and thermal subsystems into complex products, defining…
Talent Acquisition Partner
Bachelor's Degree · $75,000
Identify, attract, and hire top talent by collaborating with hiring managers, developing recruitment strategies,…
Talent Agent
Bachelor's Degree · $90,000
Represents and promotes artists, performers, or athletes to secure employment and negotiate contracts. Cultivates…
Talent Development Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $85,000
Design and deliver individual and team development programs that build employee capabilities, support career growth,…
Talent Experience Designer
Bachelor's Degree · $115,000
Apply human-centered design principles to redesign talent processes including recruiting, onboarding, performance…
Talent Intelligence Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $105,000
Gather, analyze, and synthesize external talent market data to inform recruiting strategy, workforce planning, and…
Talent Management Consultant
Master's Degree · $135,000
Design and implement integrated talent management strategies that connect recruiting, onboarding, performance…
Talent Management Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $80,000
Develops and implements strategies to attract, develop, motivate, and retain high-performing employees. Designs and…