Country: Spain
Organization: UNOPS
Closing date: 3 Dec 2025
Even though the level of the position is indicated as IICA 2, depending on the incumbent's personal situation (candidate with national ID or resident permit in duty station), a local fee scale (LICA-10) might be applied in determining the contractor's fee.
Duty Station: Valencia, Spain
Functions / Key Results Expected
Function 1 - Lead Research and Thematic Analysis
- Conduct in-depth academic and policy research on AI governance, ethics, and emerging technology frameworks.
- Produce high-quality thematic briefs and foresight papers to inform the work of the AI Governance for Humanity Lab Initiative.
- Ensure research outputs are policy-relevant, evidence-based, and accessible to non-technical audiences.
Function 2 - Academic and Institutional Partnerships
- Build and maintain partnerships with universities, think tanks, and research institutions, including in the region.
- Coordinate joint studies and knowledge-sharing events.
Function 3 - Integration and Knowledge Translation
- Integrate research findings into events hosted by the AI Governance for Humanity Lab Initiative, ODET reports, and intergovernmental processes.
- Support synthesis of academic outputs for high-level briefings and dialogues.
Function 4 - Cross-cutting Dimensions
- Uphold gender equality, inclusion, ethics, and PSEA standards across research and engagement.
- Apply foresight and horizon-scanning methodologies to identify policy gaps and opportunities.
Education Requirements:
Required:
- PHD degree (or equivalent advanced degree) preferably on AI Policy, Ethics, International Law, Technology Governance, or related interdisciplinary field with 5 years of relevant experience.
Desired:
- Additional specialization in foresight, data governance, or bibliometric analysis.
Experience Requirements:
Required:
- Relevant experience is defined as experience in academic or policy research related to digital governance or emerging technologies.
Desired:
- Experience with foresight studies, bibliometric analysis, or research coordination in multilateral contexts.
How to apply
The interested candidates need to submit their application on or before 3 December 2025 through our job portal following link below. Please find more information on how to apply on our UNOPS Jobs portal, here.