Enforcement Overlap and Multi-Authority Coordination in EU Digital Governance
Short description
The same digital activity can fall under several regulatory authorities at once. This project examines how overlaps between data protection, cybersecurity and AI regulation affect legal certainty, enforcement and cooperation.
The researcher will compare examples of coordination and identify the sources of overlapping powers. The aim is to develop decision-making and information-sharing arrangements that turn these overlaps into opportunities for shared learning.
Interested in this project?
Applications are now open for this position.
Deadline: 25 November 2026
The intended start date is February 2027.
View the Católica DC12 job advertisementApply through Católica’s online application portal, linked from the official announcement. Include a CV, academic transcripts, a research statement or motivation letter, and contact details for two academic referees. Consult the announcement for eligibility requirements and the full application procedure.
What the project involves
- Identify types and causes of overlapping authority in EU digital regulation.
- Develop comparative case studies of coordination between EU and national authorities.
- Produce guidance for decision-rights templates and information-sharing mechanisms.