Policy Research Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institute at the University of Oxford is looking for a Policy Research Assistant to contribute to applied research on pandemic preparedness and response. The role involves managing research activities, conducting literature reviews, and writing results for publication. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant Master’s degree and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Master’s degree in a relevant subject.
• Excellent communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage academic research and administrative activities.
• Conduct literature reviews and policy analyses.
• Write results for publication in peer-reviewed journals.

Skills

Communication

Research Management

Education

Master’s degree in global health

Master’s degree in international development

Master’s degree in tropical medicine

Master’s degree in public health

Job description

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We are seeking

to appoint a Policy Research Assistant to join the Pandemic Sciences Institute (PSI) Policy and Practice Research Group at the University of Oxford. The research group undertakes applied research on the design and implementation of policy and practice (including public health) for pandemic preparedness and response.

Responsibilities include:

1. Managing your own academic research and administrative activities within guidelines provided by Dr. Alice Norton and the placement co-lead.
2. Selecting, following, and adapting specialist methodologies.
3. Undertaking comprehensive and systematic literature reviews and policy analyses.
4. Writing up results for publication in peer-reviewed journals or for presentation at conferences or public meetings.

Qualifications:

• Must hold a Master’s degree in a relevant subject (e.g., global health, international development, tropical medicine, public health).

You should be able to manage your own research and administrative activities and possess excellent communication skills, including the ability to write publishable text, present data at conferences, and represent the research network at meetings.