REF Impact Case Study Writer (x 2 roles) at University of Oxford
Job Description
Location: Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG
Contract type: Fixed-term until 31 December 2028
Hours: Full time (part time considered, minimum 0.6 FTE)
About the role
The REF Impact Case Study Writer will play a pivotal role in supporting the development of impact case studies submitted by the Humanities Division to REF 2029. The postholder will work alongside professional services staff and academics across the Humanities Division, advising on how best to articulate impact achieved through research, and providing hands-on, specialist writing support in order to support the preparation of a high-quality REF impact submission.
The postholder will draft, edit and provide constructive feedback on case study narratives, apply rigorous checks on the eligibility of each element of the case study, and investigate and curate sources of corroborating evidence.
About you
You will need to build strong, collaborative relationships with academic and professional service staff across the faculties of the Division. You will develop a deep and nuanced understanding of the REF 2029 guidance on research impact, and be able to accurately apply this knowledge when writing up case studies.
You will bring experience of communications, technical writing, and/or journalism to produce convincing, high-quality prose that outlines the impact of specific humanities research. You will have the ability to work collaboratively, as well as demonstrate a keen attention to detail.
You will also have strong organisational skills and the ability to juggle a busy portfolio of work.
The duties and skills required are described in further detail in the job description.
What we offer
As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:
- An excellent contributory pension scheme
- 38 days’ annual leave
- Family leave schemes and a comprehensive range of childcare services
- Cycle loan scheme and discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
- Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
How to Apply
Applications should be submitted online via the above ‘Apply’ button and include a CV and a supporting statement.
As part of your application, you will be asked to provide details of two referees and indicate whether we can contact them now.
For further details, please refer to the How to Apply section of the job description. Any further enquires may be directed to hr@humanities.ox.ac.uk.
The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Friday 17 October 2025. Only applications received before this time can be considered.
Shortlisting will take place the following week and interviews will be held during the week commencing 10 November 2025.
Please quote Vacancy ID 182258 on all correspondence.
For an informal discussion about this role please contact Tim Davies. Email: tim.davies@humanities.ox.ac.uk
Committed to equality and valuing diversity.
