Work is changing fast. Let’s talk about it.
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About the Upwork Research Institute
The Upwork Research Institute is committed to studying the fundamental shifts in the workforce and providing business leaders with the tools and insights they need to navigate the here and now while preparing their organization for the future. Using our proprietary platform data, global survey research, partnerships, and academic collaborations, we will produce evidence-based insights to create the blueprint for the new way of work.
Meet the experts
Gabby Burlacu, Ph.D
Dr. Gabby Burlacu is a Senior Research Manager at Upwork, focused on how organizations evolve their talent strategies in a rapidly evolving world of work. Her research has shaped workforce transformation efforts at Fortune 500 companies and appears in peer-reviewed journals and books. She holds a Ph.D. in industrial-organizational psychology from Portland State University and brings deep expertise in workplace behavior and inclusive, agile work models.
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Ted Liu, Ph.D
Dr. Ted Liu is an Economist at Upwork, where he studies how AI and technological change are transforming the labor market and reshaping skill demand. He holds a Ph.D. in economics from the University of California, Santa Cruz, and specializes in labor market dynamics and quantitative research. His work informs Upwork’s insights on workforce shifts, economic opportunity, and policy.
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Takeshi Matsuda
Takeshi Matsuda is a Research Analyst at Upwork, focusing on how technological progress is reshaping the landscape of work and skills. He holds a B.Sc. in quantitative economics and data science from Beloit College, with research interests in behavioral economics and labor markets. His work contributes to Upwork’s research on evolving workforce dynamics and the future of work.
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