PhD Studentship at UCD School: The UCD School of Information and Communication Studies invites applications for a fully funded PhD scholarship under Prof. Kylie Jarrett. This research aims to explore income-generating activities in the platform economy in Ireland, focusing on different forms of work such as delivery riding, freelance coding, and online selling.
Funded PhD Studentship – LIVEPLATFORMS: Livelihoods in the Platform Economy Ecosystem
Funded PhD Studentship at UCD School of Information and Communication Studies
Designation:
PhD Student
Research Area:
Livelihoods in the Platform Economy
Location:
University College Dublin (UCD), Dublin, Ireland
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Master’s degree (2:1 or equivalent GPA) in Media and Communications, Geography, Sociology, Anthropology, or other relevant disciplines.
- Familiarity with qualitative research methodologies, including ethnographic methods and interviews.
- Strong written command of English; C1 or C2 level CEFR advised.
- Applicants from all nationalities are eligible, with a particular encouragement for women and people of color to apply.
Job Description:
The successful candidate will:
- Conduct research on income-generating activities in the platform economy.
- Utilize life-story interviews and other qualitative methods to gather and analyze data on workers’ labor histories.
- Contribute to the €2.5 million ERC-funded project, collaborating with the LivePlatforms team to develop methodologies for data collection and critical analysis.
- Attend seminars and workshops, and engage in teaching and tutor training during their studies.
How to Apply:
Applicants must send the following documents to Prof. Kylie Jarrett at kylie.jarrett1@ucd.ie, cc’ing ics@ucd.ie:
- A one-page cover letter outlining how you meet the requirements.
- A detailed CV including education history and research projects/publications.
- A one or two-page outline of a proposed research topic related to the project.
- A short sample of academic writing.
Last Date for Apply:
January 19, 2026
