About the Digital Education Council

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The Digital Education Council (DEC) is a integral community of practice of institutions spanning six continents. The Council is committed to driving sustainable innovation and AI adoption in Education and Workforce Development. Member institutions of the Digital Education Council represent a globally diverse and strategically balanced mix of research universities, business schools, polytechnics, liberal arts colleges, and community colleges.

Collectively, they serve over 3 million students and employ more than 350,000 faculty and staff from a wide range of disciplines, making DEC one of the most globally representative alliances in education. DEC now counts over 190 member institutions.

The Job

Research-driven. Articulate. Highly organised. Hands-on.

We are looking for Postgraduate Research Fellows who can support the design and delivery of DEC's global Working Groups and contribute to the development of world-class research publications.

This is a hands-on role that combines research, stakeholder engagement, facilitation, and project coordination. You will help guide Working Groups from initial design and discussion through to the development and publication of their final outputs.

You will work closely with the research team, Working Group Chairs, and senior leaders from DEC's international member institutions.

This is a remote role. We are looking for candidates in the Americas, EMEA, and Asia Pacific.

Time commitment :



approximately 12h per week.

Responsibilities Include

Support the planning and delivery of DEC Working Groups

Facilitate online sessions and support productive discussion among participants

Conduct research and analyse contributions from Working Group delegates

Develop agendas, guiding documents, discussion materials, and other session resources

Prepare meeting minutes, synthesise key insights, propose next steps

Coordinate communication and follow-up with Working Group Chairs and delegates

Draft Working Group final reports, coordinate review cycles, incorporate feedback, and support publication

What We're Looking For

Currently pursuing or recently completed a Phd or masters degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Education, Humanities, Social Sciences)

Strong research and analytical skills

Excellent xugodme written and spoken English

Strong organisational and project management skills

Confidence engaging with senior academic and institutional stakeholders

Proactive, dependable, and highly detail-oriented

Interest in higher education, education technology, AI, or public policy

Why Apply for This Role?

Work at the intersection of research, innovation, technology, and higher education

Contribute to meaningful, forward-thinking initiatives shaping the future of education

Gain direct exposure to a global network of university leaders, researchers, and education experts

Build practical experience in research and stakeholder engagement

Collaborate with a high-performing, mission-driven team

Make a tangible impact in the education industry

📌 Postgraduate Research Fellow (Valencia)
🏢 Digital Education Council
📍 Valencia