Researcher, The Oxford Martin Programme on the Future of Development

TN United Kingdom; Oxford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a predoctoral Research Assistant for the Oxford Martin Programme on the Future of Development. This role offers a unique opportunity for early-career researchers to gain hands-on experience in applied microeconomics, development economics, and labour economics. The successful candidate will contribute to impactful research focused on creating better economic opportunities in low- and middle-income countries. The position is full-time and fixed-term for one year, providing a collaborative environment that values diversity and inclusion. Join a team dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship and building human capital for a just green energy transition.

Qualifications

• Experience in conducting rigorous research in economics.
• Ability to work collaboratively on research projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct rigorous research and create evidence-based solutions.
• Collaborate on new and ongoing research projects.

Skills

Applied Microeconomics

Development Economics

Labour Economics

Research Skills

Data Collection

Education

Bachelor's degree in Economics or related field

Master's degree in Economics or related field

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Researcher, The Oxford Martin Programme on the Future of Development, Oxford

Client: University of Oxford

Location: Oxford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: cf9ccc04f58c

Job Views: 2

Posted: 13.04.2025

Expiry Date: 28.05.2025

Job Description:

Oxford Martin School, 34 Broad Street, Oxford, OX1 3BD The Oxford Martin Programme on the Future of Development is looking for a predoctoral Research Assistant to join our team and contribute to our mission of creating more and better economic opportunities in a changing world by conducting rigorous research, creating evidence-based solutions and tools for decision makers, providing platforms for new ideas, and sharing insights through events and publications. Our work focuses on low- and middle-income countries and works towards more equitable and well-functioning labour markets, fostering entrepreneurship and technology for small and medium-sized enterprises, and building human capital for a just green energy transition. This is a great role for an early-career researcher looking to gain hands-on research experience in applied microeconomics, development economics, and labour economics. Most of our work is experimental and involves primary data collection in low- and middle-income countries. As a predoctoral researcher on the programme, the post holder will be expected to work closely with other researchers to collaborate on new and ongoing research projects of the programme. The post is full time, 1-year fixed term. The Oxford Martin School supports the University’s commitment to fostering an inclusive culture which promotes equality and values diversity. We are eager to receive applications from a diverse pool of candidates.