Postdoctoral Researcher in AI, Digital Technologies, and Early Childhood Education

This postdoctoral position at the University of Oxford’s Department of Education focuses on advancing the Oxford University Repository: Families, AI and Media (OUR FAM). The project builds on prior work in digital technologies for early childhood education, aiming to establish a participatory research framework involving families and young participants. The successful candidate will collaborate with a team led by Dr. Sara Ratner, Professor Victoria Murphy, and Associate Professor Sandra Mathers to conduct research, support project development, and contribute to publications and funding proposals. The role emphasizes interdisciplinary expertise in AI, co-design, and participatory methodologies, with a strong emphasis on practical research execution and academic communication.

• Conduct research to develop an ecosystem approach to digital technologies in early years and broader educational contexts within the OUR FAM project.
• Collaborate with the principal investigator and team to establish and manage the Oxford University Repository: Families, AI and Media (OUR FAM).
• Support the development of research methodologies, including co-design and participatory approaches, tailored for young research participants and their families.
• Contribute to the generation of new research projects and funding proposals to secure additional research income.
• Write academic publications and present research findings at conferences and meetings.
• Engage with stakeholders, including families, educators, and policymakers, to represent the research group and its objectives.
• Manage independent academic research activities and associated administrative tasks.