Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Job Title: Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Location: Saïd Business School, Park End Street, Oxford

Salary: Grade 8: £48,235 - £57,255 per annum, including the Oxford University Weighting of £1,500 per annum

Contract: Fixed-term (up to three years), full-time (37.5 hours per week)

Overview

The University of Oxford’s Saïd Business School is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join a pioneering research programme focused on insurance and assurance for AI evaluation and risk management. This position is part of the AI2 (Algorithmic Assurance and Insurance) research initiative, supported by industry and academic partners. Our mission is to develop foundational models for evaluating, managing, and pricing risk in AI systems.

As a Postdoctoral Research Fellow, you will work at the interface of AI, operations research, and management science, developing rigorous and practical methods for algorithmic risk assessment. You will be part of the broader AI2 collaboration, involving researchers from the University of Edinburgh and Warwick University. You will also have time allocated for your own independent research.

Key Responsibilities

1. Conduct original research at the intersection of operations research, AI, and management science.
2. Translate industry needs into academic research by engaging with insurers, regulators, and tech developers.
3. Publish in top-tier journals and present at leading conferences.
4. Mentor PhD students and research assistants and collaborate with other postdocs.
5. Support grant writing and funding applications to extend the research impact.
6. Represent the research group in academic, industry, and policy forums.

Candidate Profile

You should hold a PhD/DPhil in a relevant quantitative field such as Operations Research, Management Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Engineering. A strong publication record and understanding of current research are essential. Demonstrated ability to independently plan and manage research projects, including overseeing a budget, is required.

Our Commitment

At Saïd Business School, we foster a diverse and inclusive environment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to bring their unique perspectives and experiences.

Benefits

• Generous holiday allowance of 38 days including bank holidays
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Membership of the Oxford staff pension scheme
• Discounted bus travel
• Subsidised onsite catering
• Cycle loan scheme
• And many other university benefits

Application Process

Please include in your application:

• A CV
• A supporting statement/cover letter
• Two published or working papers
• Contact information of two referees

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