Impact-Driven AI & Emerging Tech Researcher (LMICs)

GSMA LLC

Greater London

On-site

GBP 65,000 - 95,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

GSMA London is seeking a researcher and technical generalist for the Emerging Tech team to develop analytical work on AI and emerging technologies for development, identifying gaps, risks and opportunities for responsible AI innovations in LMICs.

You will conduct global research, define project scopes, and produce policy reports, blogs and case studies for public dissemination, collaborating with internal teams to ensure coherent messaging and impact.

Qualifications

  • Solid foundation in artificial intelligence and machine learning applied to development.
  • Ability to translate complex issues into clear written outputs.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct global-level research identifying best practices and opportunities for AI-driven development in LMICs.
  • Define scope and methodology for research projects aligned with funders and GSMA objectives.
  • Produce policy reports, research briefs, blogs and case studies for public dissemination.
  • Monitor trends in emerging technologies to identify high-impact opportunities for scaling in LMICs.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure coherence across research agendas and dissemination strategies.
  • Assess architectures of AI-enabled solutions to identify gaps and opportunities for responsible innovation.

Skills

AI research
Research leadership
Analytical skills
Qualitative methods
Written and verbal communication
Stakeholder management
Delivery
Agility

Education

Advanced degree in a relevant field

Tools

LLMs/SLMs

Job description

GSMA London is seeking a researcher and technical generalist for the Emerging Tech team to develop analytical work on AI and emerging technologies for development, identifying gaps, risks and opportunities for responsible AI innovations in LMICs.

You will conduct global research, define project scopes, and produce policy reports, blogs and case studies for public dissemination, collaborating with internal teams to ensure coherent messaging and impact.

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