Policy Experts Specialised in AI

NTU International A/S; Netherlands; Remote; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NTU International A/S is seeking Policy Experts specialised in Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support the European Commission AI Observatory project. You will conduct data and policy research on AI developments, analyse trends, and prepare evidence-based recommendations to inform EU AI policy and its adoption across sectors.

The role requires international, multidisciplinary collaboration and clear reporting.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of professional experience in data analysis and AI policy research.
• Experience in AI-related research or policy studies.
• Strong analytical, report-writing and communication skills.
• Ability to translate evidence into actionable insights.
• Familiarity with EU AI policies, AI Act, and EU strategy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct data and policy research on AI developments and adoption.
• Analyse AI-related trends and implications for economy and society.
• Support development and monitoring of AI uptake indicators.
• Identify and assess AI use cases across sectors.
• Prepare analytical reports and evidence-based recommendations.
• Engage stakeholders to validate findings and recommendations.

Skills

Data analysis

AI policy research

Policy writing

Evidence synthesis

Stakeholder communication

Job description

NTU International A/S is preparing a proposal for the European Commission’s “Supporting the AI Observatory” project (EC-CNECT/2026/OP/0173) and is looking for Policy Experts specialised in Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support the implementation of this initiative.

The project aims to support the European Commission’s Apply AI Strategy through the establishment and operation of an AI Observatory, providing evidence-based insights into AI adoption across strategic sectors, monitoring its impact on the European economy and society, and informing future policy development.

Key Responsibilities

The selected experts will contribute to the implementation of the AI Observatory through:

• Conducting data analysis, desk research and policy research on AI developments, adoption and deployment across strategic sectors.
• Analysing AI-related trends, opportunities and challenges, including their implications for the economy, labour markets, productivity, skills and society.
• Supporting the development and monitoring of indicators to assess AI uptake, investments, skills, computing infrastructure and the broader impact of AI.
• Identifying and assessing AI use cases across relevant sectors, including their maturity, scalability, impact and potential for wider adoption.
• Preparing analytical reports, policy assessments and evidence-based recommendations to support AI adoption and the implementation of EU AI policy initiatives.
• Contributing to research on cross-cutting challenges related to AI adoption and engaging with relevant stakeholders to validate findings and recommendations.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• At least 3 years of professional experience in data analysis and research in AI, as required by the tender specifications.
• Demonstrated experience in AI-related research, analytical assignments or policy studies.
• Strong analytical, research and report-writing skills.
• Ability to interpret quantitative and qualitative evidence and translate findings into clear, actionable insights.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in an international, multidisciplinary team.
• Experience related to EU AI policies, the AI Act, the Apply AI Strategy, AI governance or the assessment of AI adoption across economic sectors would be an advantage.