20.500.12556/RUP-22710 Ethical aspects of using AI among occupational psychologists a pilot study Psychologists, specializing in work and organizational psychology (occupational psychologists), play a crucial role in the implementation and development of Human resource management (HRM) processes, which are increasingly affected by artificial intelligence (AI). This research aims to examine how and why AI is utilized among occupational psychologists, as well as the ethical dilemmas associated with this use in relation to the Code of Professional Ethics for Psychologists (the Code). The empirical part of this pilot study is based on a qualitative research design. 6 semi-structured interviews based on 11 questions regarding the use of AI in occupational psychologists’ work were conducted. Participants were selected through purposive sampling. The study results reveal that AI plays a vital role in automating routine administrative tasks. Participants highlighted its contribution to time efficiency and its utility in language translation. Nonetheless, concerns arise regarding increases in the occupational psychologists’ workload, as human oversight is required to ensure the accuracy and reliability of AI. While AI promises objectivity, participants cautioned that algorithms can be biased, potentially leading to discriminatory practices. They also expressed concerns about accountability. This question is pivotal, as the Code mandates the maintenance of professional boundaries and the respect for individuals' rights. Participants also pointed to risks associated with data protection. Despite this awareness, participants admitted they do not rely on the Code in their work with AI, which increases the risk of unethical decision-making. It is recommended that organizations provide adequate training for AI users, regulate data input, and ensure its use in accordance with ethical guidelines. The Slovenian Psychologists’ Association has a pivotal role in the preparation of specific guidelines and advising occupational psychologists on the ethical use of AI. Psihologi, specializirani za delovno in organizacijsko psihologijo (psihologi dela), imajo ključno vlogo pri izvajanju in razvoju procesov upravljanja človeških virov (HRM), na katere vse bolj vpliva umetna inteligenca (UI). Namen te raziskave je preučiti, kako in zakaj se UI uporablja med psihologi dela, ter etične dileme, povezane z uporabo UI na osnovi Kodeksa poklicne etike za psihologe (Kodeks). Empirični del te pilotne študije temelji na kvalitativnem raziskovalnem načrtu. Izvedenih je bilo 6 polstrukturiranih intervjujev na podlagi 11 vprašanj o uporabi UI pri delu psihologov dela. Udeleženci so bili izbrani z namenskim vzorčenjem. Rezultati študije kažejo, da UI igra ključno vlogo pri avtomatizaciji rutinskih administrativnih nalog. Udeleženci so poudarili njen prispevek k časovni učinkovitosti in uporabnosti pri prevajanju jezikov. Kljub temu se pojavljajo pomisleki glede povečanja delovne obremenitve psihologov dela, saj je za zagotovitev natančnosti in zanesljivosti UI potreben človeški nadzor. Čeprav UI obljublja objektivnost, so udeleženci opozorili, da so algoritmi lahko pristranski, kar lahko vodi do diskriminatornih praks. Izrazili so tudi pomisleke glede odgovornosti. To vprašanje je ključnega pomena, saj Kodeks zahteva ohranjanje poklicnih meja in spoštovanje pravic posameznikov. Udeleženci so opozorili tudi na tveganja, povezana z zaščito podatkov. To vprašanje je ključnega pomena, saj Kodeks predpisuje ohranjanje profesionalnih meja in spoštovanje pravic posameznikov. Udeleženci so opozorili tudi na tveganja, povezana z varstvom podatkov. Kljub temu so udeleženci priznali, da se pri delu z UI ne zanašajo na Kodeks, kar povečuje tveganje neetičnega odločanja. Priporočljivo je, da organizacije zagotovijo ustrezno usposabljanje za uporabnike UI, uredijo vnos podatkov in zagotovijo njihovo uporabo v skladu z etičnimi smernicami. 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