Research Degrees Officer

Corehr; Packmoor; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Oxford's Faculty of History, based at the Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities in Oxford, is recruiting a full-time, fixed-term Research Degrees Officer. The role supports the progression of 350 postgraduate research students and provides expert administration to the Academic Administration Manager, Education Manager and Director of Graduate Studies.

This post is maternity cover and could be considered as a secondment opportunity.

Qualifications

• Experience in administration, preferably in higher education.
• Strong communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Faculty's postgraduate research degrees (PGR) portfolio.
• Provide expert advice and administration to key managers and the Director of Graduate Studies.

Skills

Administration experience

Education

A-level or equivalent

Job description

UK date and time: 10-September-2026 20:40

Faculty of History, The A. Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Oxford OX2 6AH

** OPEN TO INTERNAL CANDIDATES (CURRENT UNIVERSITY EMPLOYEES) ONLY **

About the role

We are delighted to announce the recruitment for a full-time, fixed term, Research Degrees Officer within our Academic Administration team at the University of Oxford's Faculty of History, based in the Stephen A. Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities in the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Oxford OX2 6AH. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking team where your ideas and contributions will truly matter.

This post is maternity cover for the substantive postholder, and could also be considered as a secondment opportunity.

The role

The Research Degrees Officer is responsible for the management of the Faculty's 350 postgraduate (PGR) students as they progress through their research degree programmes. The role provides expert advice and administration on matters related to PGR students including support to the Academic Administration Manager, Education Manager and Director of Graduate Studies.

About you

You will be educated to A-level standard or equivalent with experience in administration, preferably in higher education or a similar field, and have a flexible approach to work, with a friendly 'can do' attitude and a dedication to providing excellent customer service to all. Demonstrable ability to work under pressure, meeting strict deadlines and maintaining excellent attention to detail; excellent communication skills, including an aptitude for clear written communication and experience in dealing with a range of audiences face-to-face, by telephone, via social media and in writing; and experience of handling confidential information and managing difficult situations with tact and discretion Is essential. Experience of administering to Research Degree Students would be desirable.

Committed to equality and valuing diversity