Junior (Discipline) Dean in association with a Junior Research Fellowship at University of Oxford

This is a newly created role and is suitable for candidates who are already in possession of postdoctoral funding in any subject area from a major UK or international academic organisation such as a Research Council, a Charity or Trust, the British Academy, the Royal Society, or are a named researcher on a research grant held by a senior member of the University.  The post will appeal to candidates interested in becoming involved in a college and day-to-day interactions with both the student body and the Fellowship

There is no limitation on subject within these categories other than candidates must be engaged in research work within, or have an association with, an Oxford University Department or Faculty. However, they must have at least two years of salary funding still available. Applications from those with less than two years of funding will not be considered. Applicants must also have been awarded a doctoral degree by the application deadline.

In respect to the Junior (Discipline) Dean aspect of the role, the appointee will oversee and work with the four Assistant Junior Deans to ensure student activities and behaviour in college align with the college’s core values.  A fuller list of the summary of the duties is provided in Appendix I of the Further Particulars.

The role comes with the following benefits and remuneration:

• Accommodation free of charge for the duration of the role.
• Full membership of the Senior Common room.
• A responsibility allowance of £4,000 per year
• A research allowance of £1,850 per year.

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Application Process

Applications should be sent by email to recruitment@seh.ox.ac.uk not later than noon GMT on Thursday, 12 August 2024.  Interviews are expected to take place on Wednesday, 4 September 2024 remotely.

Applications should include:

1. A full CV, detailing career, education and qualifications, research in progress or planned, publications, prizes or awards.
2. A separate sheet with the names and contact details of two referees who can speak with detailed knowledge about the candidate’s research and/or experience in a prior student-facing role. Referees will only be taken up for shortlisted candidates.
3. A statement of no longer than 300 words, outlining relevant prior experience of managing student behaviour.

Enquiries about the post should be directed to recruitment@seh.ox.ac.uk in the first instance.

Recruitment Monitoring

Please also consider completing the online Equal Opportunity Monitoring Form.  Submission of this form is voluntary and does not form part of the selection process, but we would be grateful if you are willing to return it with your application to assist us with our equal opportunity monitoring. A paper copy can be obtained here.