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pEuropean Commission
- Joint Research Centre /p pOrganisation/Company European Commission
- Joint Research Centre Department Joint Research Centre Research Field Economics » Labour economics Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Established Researcher (R3) Leading Researcher (R4) Positions Postdoc Positions Application Deadline 25 Nov 2026
- 23:59 (Europe/Brussels) Country Italy Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Horizon Europe Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No /p h3Offer Description /h3 pThe Joint Research Centre (JRC) provides independent, evidence-based knowledge and science, supporting EU policies to positively impact society. /p pThe current vacancy is with Unit JRC.
T.1 Digital Economy and Society of the Directorate T Digital Transformation, AI and Data. /p pThe mission of Unit T.1 is to support EU policies by investigating the current and emerging aspects of digital transformation, analysing its effects on the European economy and society. The Unit examines the EU's positioning in the global digital landscape, analysing the uptake, barriers, and enablers of the digital transformation and innovation within the European economy. In addition, the Unit studies the economic and societal implications of digital technologies, such as AI, digital platforms and data policies, including the impact on digital skills, digital wellbeing, and the digital transformation of the public sector. Our research provides evidence-based insights to policymakers, ensuring that the opportunities and challenges presented by the digital transformation are carefully considered and addressed. /p pThe Data and Platform Economy and Regulation (D-PER) team of the Digital Economy and Society Unit aims to provide insights into the dynamics underpinning the digital transformation, based on sound economic analysis and robust data. Leveraging on our understanding of economic drivers and barriers, and the interplay between markets and regulation, we contribute to the Unit's mission, delivering on the economic and societal implications of digital technologies. Our research is structured around three overarching topics: i) Data Economics and Platforms; ii) Economics of AI; and iii) Digital Risks. The team contributes with economic analysis to digital policy initiatives under the European Digital strategy, including recently the Digital Services Act, the Digital Markets Act, the Data Act, the Platform to Business Regulation or the Geo-blocking Regulation, among others. The team also supports sectoral policies related to platforms, data and artificial intelligence. /p pWe offer: /p ul liA job in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment, with important societal impact in Europe and beyond; /li liA unique opportunity to contribute to the analysis and development of the EU policies shaping the digital transformation, working at the interface between science and policy. /li liA family-friendly working environment, with online collaboration and occasional travel for conferences/workshops and cooperative work with colleagues in Brussels or other JRC sites. /li /ul pCandidates should have the following experience/skills (essential): /p ul liA PhD degree, (or equivalently a university degree and at least 5 years of relevant research experience) in economics or a related field relevant to thebr/position, with a particular emphasis on empirical work. /li liExperience in handling data and statistical software for applied work. Experience in writing and communicating to scientific, policy, business andbr/general audiences. /li liCandidates should demonstrate practical experience using AI tools (e.g., large language models, data analysis platforms) to enhance research productivity, andbr/a working understanding of how AI is transforming methods in economics and policy analysis. /li liVery good (C1 level, both written and oral) command of English language. /li /ul h3Specific Requirements /h3 pAny of the following skills and experience would be desirable: /p ul liA track record of research on digital economics related to digital platforms,br/artificial intelligence and digital risks, with a particular emphasis on applied work. /li liKnowledge of the EU regulatory framework, /li liExperience in qualitative and/or behavioural analysis. /li /ul pLanguages ENGLISH Level Excellent /p h3Additional Information /h3 pDuration of contract 36 months (renewable up to maximum 6 years) /p p4.449,31
- 6.444,59 € (applicable as of 1st of July 2025) /p pEligibility criteria /p pYou can apply if: /p ul liYou are a citizen of one of the EU Member States or from Associated Countries; /li liYou have a level of education corresponding to completed university studies of at least three (3) years attested by a diploma and at least five (5) years of professional experience in one of the fields mentioned above OR a doctoral diploma in one of these fields