Post Doctoral Research Associate (Social Science) in Public Engagement and Involvement (PPI) wi[...]

British Neuroscience Association; Oxford; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The British Neuroscience Association is seeking a Post Doctoral Research Associate in Social Science to engage in public involvement in preclinical research. This role offers a chance to work on a multi-disciplinary project that enhances public engagement in animal research while working within a supportive environment.

Benefits

38 days annual leave

Comprehensive childcare services

Family leave schemes

Discounted bus travel

Season Ticket travel loans

Qualifications

• Experienced qualitative researcher.
• Background in Science and Technology Studies or related fields is desired.
• Agility in working across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research contributing to public engagement in animal research.
• Work with a multi-disciplinary team at the interface of research and public engagement.

Skills

Research

Public Engagement

Qualitative Research

Flexibility

Education

PhD in Social Science or related field

Job description

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• Post Doctoral Research Associate (Social Science) in Public Engagement and Involvement (PPI) with Preclinical Research

Post Doctoral Research Associate (Social Science) in Public Engagement and Involvement (PPI) with Preclinical Research

Vacancy Reference Number 179513 Closing Date 9 Jun 2025 Salary £38,674 - £46,913 Address School of Geography and the Environment, South Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3QY Duration This post is fixed-term for 2 years and offered on a full-time basis.

Reporting to the Project Co-Lead, Professor Beth Greenhough, the post holder will be responsible for carrying out research contributing the social science dimensions of the three-year MRC funded project: Developing resources for public engagement in animal research project, led by the Oxford University Centre for Integrative Neuroimaging. This is a role ideally suited to an experienced qualitative researcher, with a background in Science and Technology Studies or cognate fields and the flexibility and agility to thrive working across disciplines and at the interface of research and public engagement.

What We Offer

As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ well-being, and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:

• 38 days annual leave
• A comprehensive range of childcare services
• Family leave schemes
• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans.

All applications must include a CV, Supporting Statement/Cover Letter.

The closing date for applications is12.00 noononMonday 9th June 2025.Only applications submitted by this time will be considered.

The University of Oxford and The School of Geography and the Environment are Silver Athena SWAN holders. Applications are particularly welcome and encouraged from women, black, and minority ethnic candidates, who are under-represented in posts in The School of Geography and the Environment. The School of Geography and the Environment are committed to equality and values diversity

Contact Person: HR Officer 01865 285082 [e-mail]

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