Applications are invited for one full-time (37.5 hrs) or two part-time (18.75hrs) Research Officer posts at the Migration Observatory at the University of Oxford, to work on its project on “Migration in the Media and Public Opinion in Britain.” The successful applicant will become a member of a research group working on the John Fell OUP Research Fund project on Media Monitoring and Analysis, with primary responsibility for compiling and analysing a database of coverage of migration and related topics in the British media.
The post will be funded by a grant from the Oxford University Press John Fell Fund for an initial period of 12 months, with possibility of extension for four to six months if funds remain. Should a candidate not be found at grade 7 then the post will be offered at grade 6 (£26,004 - £31,020 p.a.) with a suitable amendment in duties.
Applicants must have a postgraduate degree (at least Master’s degree or equivalent) in a relevant discipline. Relevant disciplines include, but are not limited to, computer science, linguistics, political science, sociology, media studies, journalism, and migration studies. Applicants need to show evidence of the ability to conduct high-quality academic research, and ability and motivation to work to deadlines and as part of a group. Experience is required with quantitative or automated methods of textual analysis AND/OR substantive expertise in the study of migration in the UK or media in the UK.
The postholder will be based at the Migration Observatory or COMPAS offices, Banbury Road, Oxford.
Full details of how to apply (Vacancy ID: 102657)
The closing date for applications is midday on Thursday 3 May 2012.
For any queries, please contact Katie Grainger (katie.grainger@anthro.ox.ac.uk, 01865 274624) |
