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CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES

current vacancies:

Research Assistant

Closing Date: Mon Mar 27 2023 12:00:00 GMT+0000 (Greenwich Mean Time) | Standard Grade 6: £30,502 - £36,386 with a discretionary range of up to £39,745 (pro rata for part-time)

We are seeking to appoint two Research Assistants to join the new Pandemic Preparedness Analytical Capacity and funding Tracking Programme (Pandemic PACT) team, at the Pandemic Sciences Institute, at the University of Oxford.

The aim of the Pandemic PACT project is to build on and improve the work, undertaken during COVID. The project will focus on designing a new tool to establish a prospective funding tracking and analysis capability, ready to respond to any emerging pathogen of epidemic or pandemic potential. To establish a tool that can track research funding investments, to provide essential information that major funding decision-makers can tap into, and to improve collaboration and coherence of future research responses to epidemics and pandemics that are aligned to global and regional needs. We are also looking to establish a platform using automated and manual systems to build the capacity to rapidly and robustly map existing evidence on epidemiology, diagnostics and clinical management of global and regional high-priority diseases, to inform research prioritisation. The objective is to identify key research gaps to inform rapid clinical research prioritisation and policies, to address the gaps.

You will be key members of an established research group and will have roles specific to supporting the development of the funding tracking tool or the setup and delivery of the platform for ‘living’ RRNAs; with opportunities to support work across the two activities. In the role, you will assist with data collection, as well as conduct research and contribute to the writing of research outputs. You will gain experience in disseminating findings via peer-reviewed publications and policy briefings. You will be supporting the delivery of this work as part of a wider team with external collaborators.

This position is offered full time (part time may be considered, minimum 80% FTE) on a fixed term contract until 31 July 2024, and is funded by the Wellcome.

Only applications received before 12 midday on Monday 27 March 2023 will be considered. Interviews to be held on Thursday 30 March and Friday 31 March. Please quote 163950 on all correspondence.

For more information, a job description and to apply visit the University of Oxford HR website.

RESEARCH ASSISTANT

Closing Date: Mon Apr 27  2023 12:00:00 GMT+0000 (Greenwich Mean Time) | Standard Grade 6:   £30,502 - £36,386 per annum (pro rata)

We are seeking to appoint a Research Assistant to join the new Pandemic Preparedness Analytical Capacity and funding Tracking Programme (Pandemic PACT) team, at the Pandemic Sciences Institute, at the University of Oxford.

The aim of the Pandemic PACT project is to build on and improve the work, undertaken during COVID. The project will focus on designing a new tool to establish a prospective funding tracking and analysis capability, ready to respond to any emerging pathogen of epidemic or pandemic potential. To establish a tool that can track research funding investments, to provide essential information that major funding decision-makers can tap into, and to improve collaboration and coherence of future research responses to epidemics and pandemics that are aligned to global and regional needs. We are also looking to establish a platform using automated and manual systems to build the capacity to rapidly and robustly map existing evidence on epidemiology, diagnostics and clinical management of global and regional high-priority diseases, to inform research prioritisation. The objective is to identify key research gaps to inform rapid clinical research prioritisation and policies, to address the gaps.

You will be key members of an established research group and will have roles specific to supporting the development of the funding tracking tool or the setup and delivery of the platform for ‘living’ RRNAs; with opportunities to support work across the two activities. In the role, you will assist with data collection, as well as conduct research and contribute to the writing of research outputs. You will gain experience in disseminating findings via peer-reviewed publications and policy briefings. You will be supporting the delivery of this work as part of a wider team with external collaborators.

These positions are offered part time (22.5 hours/ 0.6% FTE) on a fixed term contract until 31 July 2024, and is funded by the Wellcome.

Only applications received before 12 midday on Monday 27 March 2023 will be considered. Interviews to be held on Thursday 30 and Friday 31 March. Please quote 163954 on all correspondence.

For more information, a job description and to apply visit the University of Oxford HR website.

 Administrative assistant

Closing Date: Mon Apr 3 2023 12:00:00 GMT+0000 (Greenwich Mean Time) | Standard Grade 4:   £23,715 - £27,131 per annum (pro rata)

We are excited to appoint a highly motivated Administrative Assistant to join the new Pandemic  Preparedness Analytical Capacity and funding Tracking programme (Pandemic PACT) within the GloPID-R Research and Policy team, based at the Pandemic Sciences Institute, University of Oxford.

You will be a key member of an established research group with responsibility for providing administrative support to the Pandemic PACT team. This includes but is not limited to acting as a first point of contact in the administration office; arranging meetings and travel; responding to general enquiries interpreting university and external regulations; providing financial administration; and maintaining project management tools, spreadsheets and other data tools. You will also be expected to provide further ad hoc support to other projects in the research team as required. In the role, you will be working closely with the Programme Manager, the Principal Investigator, and another Administrative Assistant that supports wider activities in the GloPID-R Research and Policy team.

This position is offered part-time (0.6FTE) on a fixed term contract until 31 July 2024 and is funded by Wellcome.

Only applications received before 12 midday on 3 April 2023 will be considered. Please quote 164092 on all correspondence.

For more information, a job description and to apply visit the University of Oxford HR website.

RESEARCH DATA MANAGER

Closing Date: Mon Apr 3 2023 12:00:00 GMT+0000 (Greenwich Mean Time) |  Standard Grade 8:  £43,414 - £51,805 per annum (pro rata). Appointments may also be made at Grade 7, with an appropriate adjustment of duties

We are seeking to appoint a Research Data Manager to join the Pandemic Sciences Institute working on the Pandemic Preparedness Analytical Capacity and funding Tracking programme (Pandemic PACT) within the GloPID-R Research and Policy team.

You will play a key role in the Pandemic PACT programme team, which works closely with national and international partners. You will split your time between building a database of research funders and conducting research work in the relevant area. You will apply your skills to help build a comprehensive international database and help establish a web-based platform for tracking funding of research in infectious diseases with pandemic potential. You will be responsible to develop and test the database and templates for data collection and identify, collect, combine, monitor progress and manage data for a funding tracker. The development of a system for storing documentation relevant to data collection, perform regular updates and produce status reports as required, along with the development of research questions within a specific context, conduct individual research, and adapt existing methods and develop new approaches, with a focus on automation will be part of your main responsibilities.

This position is offered full time (part time may be considered, minimum 80% FTE) on a fixed term contract until 31 July 2024 and is funded by Wellcome.
 
Informal enquiries about this role are encouraged and can be made to Olena.seminog@ndm.ox.ac.uk
 
Only applications received before 12 midday on Monday 3 April 2023 will be considered. Please quote 163949 on all correspondence.

For more information, a job description and to apply visit the University of Oxford HR website.

Post Doctoral Research Scientist

Closing Date: Tues Apr 11 2023 12:00:00 GMT+0000 (Greenwich Mean Time) | Standard Grade 7: £34,308 - £42,155 per annum

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated Researcher to join the Pandemic Sciences Institute working on the Pandemic Preparedness Analytical Capacity and funding Tracking programme (Pandemic PACT) within the GloPID-R Research and Policy team.

This is an exciting new role within an established and rapidly expanding team. You will provide guidance to junior members of the research group including research assistants, interns, PhD students, and/or project volunteers. You will be at the centre of data collection and data analysis that will form the foundation of the funding tracking tool and the Pandemic PACT team’s work.

You will be responsible for managing your own academic research and administrative activities. This involves small-scale project management to co-ordinate multiple aspects of work to meet deadlines. You will adapt and develop existing and new research methodologies and materials including conducting literature reviews and living reviews of funding data, and you will prepare working theories and analyse qualitative and/or quantitative data from a variety of sources, reviewing and refining theories as appropriate. You will also be responsible for carrying out collaborative projects with colleagues in partner institutions, and research groups.

This position is offered full time, with part-time hours considered, minimum 80% FTE, on a fixed term contract until 31 July 2024 and is funded by the Wellcome. Informal enquiries about this role are encouraged and can be made to Olena.seminog@ndm.ox.ac.uk.
 
Only applications received before 12 midday on 11th April 2023 will be considered. Please quote 163932 on all correspondence.

For more information, a job description and to apply visit the University of Oxford HR website.

Senior Project Manager

Closing Date: Tues Apr  4 2023 12:00:00 GMT+0000 (Greenwich Mean Time) | Standard Grade 8| £43,414 - £51,805 per annum

We are seeking to appoint a Senior Program Manager to support a new strategic partnership between the Pandemic Sciences Institute (PSI) and the MasterCard Foundation (MCF). Based in the Pandemic Sciences Institute, the programme will support the development of an eco-system comprising programmes of research excellence, continental knowledge exchange networks and a substantial cohort of exceptional leaders, linked to and able to draw on, the resources of one of the world’s leading universities.

You will be responsible for tracking, monitoring and resource planning for PSI-MCF programme. You will ensure efficient and effective operations by ensuring that PSI-MCF programme work aligns with the strategic direction and operational processes of the Nuffield Department of Medicine and Pandemic Sciences Institute. Taking the lead on the management of the governance structure for the PSI-MCF programme, and acting as secretary for all governance committee’s and risk management for the program is a key responsibility for the role, along with acting as the key point of contact for the PSI in relation to the PSI - MCF program.

It is essential that you hold a degree in a relevant scientific discipline and/or a relevant business or project management qualification, along with experience of managing large, multifunctional projects, with elements outside Europe or North America. You will have experience of working at a senior level in research programme management with full responsibility for all tasks within the lifecycle of a project. An in-depth knowledge of financial and grant management is required for this position, as well as flexibility to respond to changing situations. Exceptional organisational skills and the demonstrable experience tracking multiple activities in multiple locations is essential.

This position is offered full time on a fixed term contract for 3 years in the first instance, with an expectation of a further extension and is funded by the Mastercard Foundation Donation.
 
Only applications received before 12 midday on 4th April 2023 will be considered. Please quote 164001 on all correspondence.

For more information, a job description and to apply visit the University of Oxford HR website.

DEPUTY BUSINESS MANAGER

Closing Date:  Wed Apr  12 2023 12:00:00 GMT+0000 (Greenwich Mean Time) | Standard Grade 8| £43,414 - £51,805 per annum

Are you looking for a new and unique challenge? Working in the University’s largest department, the role of Deputy Business Manager will take ownership for the provision of operational leadership and support in the delivery of effective and efficient Professional Services for the Pandemic Sciences Institute, as well as across the Nuffield Department of Medicine.

Demonstrating strong planning and administrative skills, you will be the main operational point of contact for the academic community and responsible for the day-to-day delivery of support services across aspects all of teaching and research support within the unit. This will involve working across unit, department, and wider university to deliver operational priorities, drive improvements, and manage the escalation of issues through to resolution, ensuring academics and students receive a positive experience when engaging with NDM Professional Services.  You will be involved in operational planning to ensure that the delivery of services and new projects/initiatives within their assigned units are successfully adopted and deliver the expected benefits.

It is essential that you be educated to degree level, or equivalent professional experience, with senior managerial experience. You will have Proven management and administrative skills, with substantial experience of financial management (>£5M), providing strategic and operational advice on planning and resource allocation, business planning, and project management. You will have a strong understanding of financial management and analysis as well as experience of people management and good HR practice. You will have strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, both internal and external, at all levels. The ability to work with attention to detail, with excellent prioritisation skills will be critical to this role, as well as excellent IT skills and experience of complex enterprise level software packages  such as Oracle, People XD or similar.

This position is offered full time on a fixed term contract for 3 years and is funded by the Department.

Only applications received before 12 midday on Wednesday 12th April 2023 will be considered. Interviews are likely to be held from Wednesday 19th – Friday 21st April 2023.

Please quote 163855 on all correspondence.

For more information, a job description and to apply visit the University of Oxford HR website.
 

POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH SCIENTIST

Closing Date: Mon Apr  17 2023 12:00:00 GMT+0000 (Greenwich Mean Time) | Standard Grade 7| £ 34,308 - £42,155 with a discretionary range to £45,047 per annum

We are seeking to appoint a Postdoctoral Research Scientist to join the Global Research Collaboration for Infectious Disease Preparedness (GloPID-R) Research and Policy Team at the Pandemic Sciences Institute, at the University of Oxford.

You will be supporting the new Pandemic Preparedness Analytical Capacity and funding Tracking Programme (Pandemic PACT) team, within GloPID-R focused on generating evidence to inform clinical research prioritisation for high priority infectious diseases with epidemic and pandemic potential.

You will be supporting the establishment of a Rapid Research Needs Appraisal (RRNA) platform, aimed at rapidly and robustly identifying gaps in the evidence base for high priority infectious diseases, using a methodology developed previously by our team in collaboration with Cochrane Response and Evidence Aid UK (doi: 10.1186/s12916-019-1338-1). You will be responsible for managing your own academic research and administrative activities, involving project management of the (RRNA project on a day-to-day basis, to coordinate multiple aspects of work in collaboration with internal and external collaborators to meet deadlines. You will work in collaboration with the wider team and external research collaborators based in other regions globally to establish a platform for carrying out RRNAs for high-priority diseases, and search and screen records for inclusion, and extract data relating to pre-defined clinical domains. Further, analyse and interpret data and write up results for reports and publications.

This position is offered full time on a fixed term contract until 31 July 2024 and is funded by the Wellcome.

Only applications received before 12 midday on 17th April 2023 will be considered. Please quote 163931 on all correspondence.

For more information, a job description and to apply visit the University of Oxford HR website.