Research Fellow Technology and Economic

Research Fellow (1-Year):
Technology, Work, and Economic Change

We’re looking for a researcher to explore how AI technologies reshape economies, labor markets, and institutions. The role will be based at Cohere
, with a flexible/remote arrangement and a 12‑month term (with the possibility of extension).

Cohere Labs, the research arm of Cohere, tackles foundational questions in artificial intelligence. We bring together researchers across disciplines to study not only how AI systems are built, but how they reshape economies, labor markets, and institutions.

This position is a 1‑year, full‑time research appointment aimed at advanced PhD students, postdocs, or early‑career researchers in economics, political economy, public policy, or related social sciences who want to engage deeply with frontier AI systems while maintaining scholarly independence and publication‑oriented research.

• Designed for economists, not engineers:
  No expectation of ML practice; intellectual curiosity and analytical rigor matter most.
• Research‑first:
  Time and support to write, think, and publish.
• Interdisciplinary exposure:
  Work alongside leading AI researchers while maintaining disciplinary depth.
• Societal relevance:
  Direct engagement with questions shaping policy, labor, and economic futures.
• Global perspective:
  Opportunity to study impacts beyond high‑income, English‑speaking contexts.

• A PhD (or advanced PhD candidate) in Economics, Political Economy, Public Policy, or a closely related field.
• Strong training in economic theory, econometrics, or applied micro/macro.
• A demonstrated research interest in technology, innovation, labor, growth, or institutions.
• A publication record (or pipeline) in peer‑reviewed academic venues.
• An interest in engaging seriously with AI systems and their real‑world deployment.
• A desire to collaborate across disciplines while retaining intellectual independence.

• Want to study AI as a general‑purpose technology, not just a tool.
• Enjoy connecting theory to emerging empirical realities.
• Care about the long‑run societal consequences of technological change.
• Are interested in shaping conversations at the intersection of academia, industry, and policy.
• Value mentorship, open science, and collaborative research cultures.

We value and celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive work environment for all. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing equal opportunities. Should you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please submit an Accommodations Request Form, and we will work together to meet your needs.

• 🤝 An open and inclusive culture and work environment.
• 🧑💻 Work closely with a team on the cutting edge of AI research.
• 🍽 Weekly lunch stipend, in‑office lunches & snacks.
• 🦷 Full health and dental benefits, including a separate budget to take care of your mental health.
• 🐣 100% parental leave top‑up for up to 6 months.
• 🎨 Personal enrichment benefits towards arts and culture, fitness and well‑being, quality time, and workspace improvement.
• 🏙 Remote‑flexible, offices in Toronto, New York, San Francisco, London, and Paris, as well as a co‑working stipend.
• ✈️ Six weeks of vacation (30 working days!).