Other researchers are also exploring how AI can improve hiring. For example, Sapia.ai uses AI-powered text chats to screen job applicants, a method that puts less pressure on candidates and could make the process fairer. However, Leibbrandt and others stress that while AI can be a useful tool in the hiring process, humans should always make the final decision.
Key takeaways:
- Artificial intelligence (AI) could potentially reduce bias in hiring, particularly in male-dominated fields like tech, according to research by Andreas Leibbrandt, an economist at Australia's Monash University.
- Women were more likely to apply for jobs when they knew their applications would be reviewed by AI rather than humans, suggesting they perceive less bias from AI.
- Despite the potential benefits of AI in hiring, Leibbrandt believes humans should always make the final decision on hiring, viewing AI as a tool that can be beneficial if used correctly.
- Other applications of AI in hiring include AI-powered text chats to screen job applicants, which can reduce pressure on candidates and potentially draw in more applicants in a tight labor market.