Master’s Research Assistant

6 days ago

Oxford, United Kingdom University of Oxford Full time

Hours: Full time (37½ hours per week) - flexible working arrangements will be considered The Master of Pembroke College Oxford, The Rt Hon Sir Ernest Ryder, is seeking an outstanding candidate to support with delivering a major externally funded research project: “Law and Democracy – Monograph on Standards in Public Life.” Founded in 1624, Pembroke is an inclusive and dynamic College based on a central site in Oxford that joins award‑winning new developments with historic quadrangles. The College fosters a close‑knit and stimulating environment for scholarship, research, and public engagement. The Master’s Research Assistant is a pivotal role, integral to the successful delivery of a scholarly monograph examining ethical and institutional standards in public life, democratic accountability, the rule of law, and trust in institutions. Working closely with the Master, the post‑holder will provide high‑level academic and administrative support, including literature and case‑law research, coordination of academic collaborations, data and reference management, and editorial assistance. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to a significant piece of research with national and international reach. The post is ideal for someone motivated, intellectually curious, and highly organised, with excellent written communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities. The successful candidate will be able to work independently, demonstrate sound judgement, and synthesise complex materials with precision. Benefits include membership of the University staff pension scheme and free lunches when the College kitchens are open. The position is a two‑year fixed‑term appointment, funded by external grant income. How to Apply For further details about the role and how to apply, please click the 'Apply' button above. Application Deadline Please ensure your application reaches us by 12 noon, Friday, 2 January 2026 Please note that the College reserves the right to interview on receipt of applications and to appoint prior to the deadline, so early application is recommended. Equal Opportunities Pembroke College is an equal opportunities employer. It welcomes diversity amongst its staff and students and all reasonable adjustments will be made to the recruitment process, working arrangements and/or environment to accommodate applicants with any form of disability. Please let us know if you believe there are any reasonable adjustments we should be making to assist you with your application. If you feel that you have a disability which may affect your application, please let us know. Please also let us know of any reasonable adjustments that we would need to make for you to attend an interview. Our Commitment to Sustainability Pembroke College is dedicated to fostering an environmentally sustainable community. We are striving towards achieving net zero carbon emissions and biodiversity net gain and believe that sustainability is a shared responsibility and integral to all roles in the College. Data Protection All data supplied by candidates will be used only for the purpose of determining their suitability for the post, following the principles of the Data Protection Act 2018. £28,000 per annum #J-18808-Ljbffr

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