Rob O'Connor

Rob O'Connor is a Lecturer in the Department of Computing and Mathematics at South East Technological University (SETU) in Ireland, serving as Programme Leader for the BSc (Hons) in Computer Science. He holds an MSc in Computer Science (2004) and a BSc in Applied Computing (1999). His career includes roles as a programmer before joining SETU in 2006. O'Connor is a prominent academic podcaster, hosting The Machine and 9plus, focusing on technical and interdisciplinary research topics. His expertise spans software development, media production, and educational technology.

• Education: MSc Computer Science (2004), BSc Applied Computing (1999)
• Podcasting Leadership: Creator/Host of SETU's The Machine and 9plus
• External Role: Former Radio Presenter at Beat 102-103 (2006–2023)

Research interests include podcasting methodologies, accessibility in media, and AI's impact on academic communication. Collaborations include the TEaCH CoLab project, promoting global health education partnerships. His work aligns with UN SDG 4 (Quality Education).