Research and Innovation Associate
Join an ESRC-funded project at the University of Oxford investigating publicly funded pupil data.
Best for:Best for researchers with a PhD in education or related fields and experience in empirical data analysis or learning analytics.
Overview
The Department of Education at the University of Oxford is seeking a part-time Research and Innovation Associate to work on an ESRC-funded project titled *Publicly Funded Pupil Data as a Strategic Asset*. Working alongside Principal Investigator Dr Sara Ratner and external partners such as the UK Department for Education, the appointee will conduct academic research, manage project activities, and contribute to publications. The successful candidate will bring specialist knowledge in education studies, strong methodological skills, and excellent communication abilities to represent the research group. This fixed-term, part-time appointment offers an opportunity to shape policy-relevant insights in collaboration with key national educational bodies.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent and collaborative academic research for the ESRC-funded project on publicly funded pupil data.
- Manage own research activities and coordinate project milestones in collaboration with external partners including the UK Department for Education and Ofqual.
- Contribute ideas for new research projects and assist with research income generation.
- Draft manuscripts for academic publication and prepare research reports and proposals.
- Present research findings and represent the research group at stakeholder meetings and conferences.
Requirements
Degree required: A relevant PhD/DPhil
Language: English
Instruction: English
Publications: Previous experience of contributing to publications and presentations is required.
- Sufficient specialist knowledge in education or a closely related discipline
- Demonstrated ability to manage academic research projects and associated activities independently
- Proven experience contributing to academic publications and presentations
- Ability to contribute novel ideas for research projects and funding proposals
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder engagement and publishing
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-28 (Europe/London)
Submit your application online through the University of Oxford recruitment portal before the specified deadline. Upload a comprehensive curriculum vitae and a supporting statement detailing how you meet the selection criteria using concrete examples. Additionally, provide the contact details for two referees.
- CV
- Supporting statement
- Details of two referees
Contact
Sara Ratner· Principal Investigator
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