Technology Researcher

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy. The Technology Researcher will contribute to TASC's research programme examining the social, economic, political, and environmental implications of emerging technologies, with a particular focus on artificial intelligence, labour markets, digital infrastructure, and digital sovereignty. Current research priorities include the impact of AI on work and workers, the socio-environmental impacts of data centre development, and the governance of digital technologies in Ireland and Europe.

The successful candidate will design and undertake mixed-methods research, including literature reviews, qualitative interviews, focus groups, surveys, quantitative data analysis, and policy analysis. They will contribute to the delivery of national and European research projects, develop evidence-based policy recommendations, and produce reports, policy briefings, consultation submissions, and other research outputs.

The role requires regular engagement with policymakers, trade unions, civil society organisations, researchers, industry representatives, and other stakeholders. The postholder will also contribute to grant development, project reporting, public events, and media engagement where required.

Key Responsibilities

Design and deliver qualitative and quantitative research projects.

Conduct literature reviews, interviews, focus groups, surveys, data analysis, and policy analysis.

Produce research reports, policy briefings, consultation submissions, academic outputs, and other publications.

Support the management and delivery of externally funded research projects, including European research programmes.

Coordinate research activities with project partners and external collaborators.

Contribute to grant applications and reporting requirements.

Present research findings at conferences, workshops, stakeholder meetings, and public events.

Support media engagement and the communication of research findings to diverse audiences.

Undertake other duties consistent with the requirements of the role.

Essential Skills

Strong qualitative and quantitative research skills, including experience designing and conducting mixed-methods research.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with fluency in English.

Strong knowledge of Irish and European technology policy, particularly relating to artificial intelligence, labour markets, digital sovereignty, and the socio-environmental impacts of digital infrastructure.

Ability to translate complex technical and policy issues into accessible outputs for policymakers, stakeholders, and the public.

Strong organisational and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple research workstreams simultaneously.

Experience facilitating stakeholder engagement across government, civil society, academia, industry, and organised labour.

Excellent presentation and public speaking skills.

Proficiency in quantitative analysis software (such as R or Stata) and experience using vi