Senior Research Officer

3 weeks ago


Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom University of Oxford Full time

The Technology and Management Centre for Development (TMCD) is seeking to appoint a Senior Research Officer to undertake original research in the area of digital economy to examine the role of artificial intelligence in innovation and technology investment and lead on related impact acceleration activities.

Reporting to Professor Xiaolan Fu the Senior Research Officer will be a member of the Technology & Management Centre for Development (TMCD) research group based in the Oxford Department of International Development.


The postholder will hold a Ph.
D/D.Phil in technology studies, innovation management, computer science, or computational social sciences with substantial post-qualification research experience.

They will have proven research experience and track record in the area of digital economy, especially regarding the role of artificial intelligence in innovation and technology investment.

They will also have an established (inter)national reputation and publication record.

This post is part time (7.5 hours, 20% FTE) and fixed-term for 12 months.

At ODID we embrace and cherish our differences, and endeavour to be considerate and welcoming of all. You are most welcome at ODID, without the need to hide any part of who you are. We acknowledge societal inequalities and how these affect us, and those around us, personally and professionally.

We hold an Athena Swan bronze award in recognition of our efforts to introduce organisational and cultural changes which promote equality, cherish diversity and create a better working environment for all.

We are also taking active steps to promote race equality and reduce the risk of bias and discrimination.

We work together to enrich, fortify and grow our community and dedicate our combined efforts to teaching and research to increase our impact and influence in development debates at the national and global level.

We encourage all eligible candidates to apply for our vacancies and join us in pursuing our goals.

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online. You will be required to upload a supporting statement as part of your online application.

Only applications received before 12 midday on Thursday 9 May 2024 can be considered.
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