Advocacy or Policy Full-time

Senior Policy Researcher / Director – Emerging Technologies

Virtual Routes

Posted

Feb 13, 2026

Location

UK

Type

Full-time

Mission

What you will drive

Core responsibilities:

  • Lead research on emerging technology policy
  • Manage and mentor a small team of researchers and project staff
  • Produce well-evidenced written outputs, including reports, policy briefs, and articles
  • Engage with policymakers, practitioners, and experts across sectors

Impact

The difference you'll make

This role creates positive change by leading research on emerging technology policy and engaging with policymakers to inform evidence-based decision-making.

Profile

What makes you a great fit

Required skills, experience, qualifications:

  • Senior-level experience in policy research or related field
  • Experience managing and mentoring teams
  • Strong research and writing skills for producing reports, policy briefs, and articles
  • Ability to engage with diverse stakeholders including policymakers and experts

Benefits

What's in it for you

No benefits information provided in the job posting.

About

Inside Virtual Routes

Virtual Routes is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from individuals from underrepresented backgrounds.