Associate Professorship in Evidence Based Social Intervention and Policy Evaluation

The Department of Social Policy and Intervention seeks an outstanding
candidate for the position of Associate Professor in Evidence-Based Social
Intervention and Policy Evaluation. The appointment will be made in
association with a non-tutorial fellowship at Green Templeton College, further
details of which can be found in the further particulars. The post will start
on 1 September 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter.





Applications are invited from candidates with an outstanding programme of
empirical research in social or psychosocial intervention or policy evaluation
research, with a focus on testing the effectiveness of interventions and
policies to tackle social or psychosocial problems. Expertise in non-
randomised methods (e.g. natural experimental or quasi-experimental designs)
for policy evaluation would also be an advantage. However, we also encourage
excellent applicants offering other approaches relevant to our research and
teaching programme.





The successful candidate will have completed a doctorate in social or
behavioural sciences or public health, or other closely related discipline.
They will have an outstanding programme of research and a track record of
securing research grants, along with the ability to teach, supervise and
assess high-achieving graduate students from diverse backgrounds. Experience
and knowledge of social policy and intervention evaluation methods, such as
conducting randomised trials, quasi-experimental evaluations, or systematic
reviews and meta-analysis are essential, along with an understanding of the
issues involved in using research evidence to inform and influence policy and
practice.





The appointee will be expected to engage in independent research, as well as
contributing to teaching, supervision and examining at graduate level in
Evidence-Based Social Intervention and Policy Evaluation. The post holder will
be part of a lively and intellectually stimulating multi-disciplinary research
community within the department as well as actively participating in the life
of the college.





Further information can be obtained from Professor Jane Barlow, Head of
Department (jane.barlow@spi.ox.ac.uk). All enquiries will be treated in strict
confidence and will not form part of the selection decision.





You will also be asked to upload a **CV** , including a full list of
publications, a **supporting statement (2-4 pages)** and a **research
statement (2 pages maximum)** _._ The **supporting statement** should explain
how you meet the each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of
your skills and experience. This may include experience gained in education or
employment. The **research statement** should summarise the past, current and
future direction of your research, highlighting how your research has evolved
and your key achievements.





You are also required to provide details of three referees whom you have asked
to submit confidential reference letters.





Only online applications made by 12 noon UK time on 15 April 2024 will be
considered. Interviews are likely to take place in May.





The Department of Social Policy and Intervention holds a Bronze Athena Swan
Award which demonstrates our commitment towards advancement of gender equality
in higher education and research institutions: equal opportunities,
representation and success for all. Applications are particularly welcome from
women and black and minority ethnic candidates, who are under-represented in
academic posts in Oxford.