The African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) is recruiting an Education and Technology Researcher to join its Human Development Theme in Nairobi, Kenya. This internationally recruited position offers an opportunity for researchers passionate about education, digital innovation, and responsible artificial intelligence to contribute to evidence that strengthens education systems across Africa. The successful candidate will lead and support high-impact research examining how digital technologies and AI can improve teaching, learning, equity, and foundational education outcomes in Sub-Saharan Africa. About APHRC The African Population and Health Research Center is a leading Africa-based and African-led research institution that generates evidence to inform policy and practice in health and development. Headquartered in Nairobi, with a regional office in Dakar, Senegal, APHRC works to strengthen African research leadership and promote evidence-informed decision-making across the continent. Within its Education and Youth Empowerment (EYE) unit, the Center is advancing research on the responsible development, evaluation, and scaling of digital education innovations, including artificial intelligence in education. Position Details Position: Education and Technology Researcher Organization: African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) Location: Nairobi, Kenya Employment Type: Internationally Recruited Position (IRP) Application Deadline: 30 September 2026 Travel: Occasional travel within Sub-Saharan Africa Appointments may be made at the Postdoctoral, Associate Research Scientist, Research Scientist, or Senior Research Scientist level depending on qualifications and experience. Key Responsibilities The Education and Technology Researcher will contribute to cutting-edge research at the intersection of education, technology, and artificial intelligence. Responsibilities include: Leading and co-leading research on digital education and AI in African basic education. Designing and implementing rigorous evaluations of educational technologies. Generating evidence to inform education policy and practice. Developing research proposals and securing grant funding. Managing research projects, partnerships, and stakeholder engagement. Evaluating the equity, effectiveness, and ethical implications of digital technologies in low-resource settings. Investigating digital learning platforms, mobile learning, teacher effectiveness, literacy, and numeracy interventions. Producing policy briefs, research reports, peer-reviewed publications, and technical resources. Mentoring early-career researchers and supporting institutional training activities. Representing APHRC at national, regional, and international research forums. The role combines research excellence with policy engagement to ensure that evidence informs real-world education improvements across Africa. Required Qualifications Applicants should possess: A PhD in Education and Technology, Educational Data Science, Machine Learning in Education, Curriculum and Instruction with Technology, or a closely related field. Experience conducting high-quality research in education, digital technology, or AI. Strong quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-method research expertise. Proficiency in statistical or qualitative software such as R, Python, STATA, SPSS, NVivo, or ATLAS.ti. Excellent scientific writing and publication record. Demonstrated success in research proposal development and grant acquisition. Fluency in English (French is an added advantage). Preferred Experience APHRC particularly welcomes candidates with experience in: Impact evaluations of education interventions. Digital learning and EdTech innovations. AI applications in education. Foundational literacy and numeracy assessments, including EGRA/EGMA. Mixed-method evaluations of education technology programmes. African education systems and policy research. Career Levels Successful applicants will be appointed according to their post-PhD experience: LevelTypical ExperiencePostdoctoral Researcher0–2 yearsAssociate Research Scientist3–5 yearsResearch Scientist6–11 yearsSenior Research Scientist12+ years This structure allows experienced researchers at different career stages to compete for the opportunity. Application Requirements Applicants must submit the following documents in English: Letter of application Statement of research interests and goals (1–2 pages) Curriculum Vitae Contact details for three professional referees Applications must be submitted through APHRC’s official online recruitment platform under the Education and Technology Researcher vacancy. Important Recruitment Information Although the advertised deadline is 30 September 2026, APHRC notes that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Early applications are therefore strongly encouraged. Shortlisted candidates will later be required to provide a Police Clearance Certificate as part of the recruitment process. APHRC is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, safeguarding, and ethical recruitment. The organization also emphasizes that no applicant should make any payment at any stage of the recruitment process. Why Apply? This opportunity is ideal for researchers seeking to shape the future of education across Africa through rigorous evidence and responsible innovation. The position offers the chance to collaborate with leading African and international researchers while influencing education policy, digital learning, and AI adoption across Sub-Saharan Africa. 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