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Reporting to Professor Linda Mulcahy, the post holder will be a member of the Access to Justice cluster at the Centre for Socio-Legal Studies, Faculty of Law, University of Oxford. More specifically they will be working with a small team of experienced researchers who are undertaking an oral history of the law centres movement in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. This project is being run in partnership with Queens University Belfast, the British Library and the Law Centres Network. It is funded by the AHRC and this four year project is now in its final year. The audio recordings being produced by the research team are due to deposited in the British Library together with an archive of Law Centre annual reports and campaigning materials. The successful applicant will manage their own research and administrative activities, within guidelines provided by senior colleagues. This will include (a) making digital copies of Law Centre Annual Reports and other documents prior to deposit with the British Library by 28 June 2024; and (b) assisting with administrative tasks, data management and other record keeping associated with transfer of documents and audio recordings to the British Library at the conclusion of the project; contribute to wider project planning, including ideas for new research projects; select, follow, and adapt specialist methodologies to confirm or refute theories, and identify suitable alternatives where information or research material is restricted and contribute to the design of research materials and make arrangements for data gathering and analysis. This will involve assisting with coding and initial content analysis of research material and assisting with content summaries of the life story recordings prior to transfer to the British Library at the conclusion of the project. Applicants should hold a first degree and Masters in law, the social sciences or humanities, together with some relevant experience; working toward a doctorate in a specialist discipline or other commensurate experience; Possess sufficient specialist knowledge in the discipline to work within established research programmes; ability to manage own research and administrative activities; excellent communication skills, including the ability to write text that can be published, present data at conferences, and represent the research group at meetings. Experience of working in a research team and contributing ideas and undertaking oral histories or using and collating an archive is desirable. This post is full time and fixed term from 1 June 2024 until 31 December 2024. The postholder will be based at the Centre for Socio-Legal Studies, Manor Road, Manor Road Building, OX1 3UQ Closing date for applications is midday on Thursday 2 May 2024. Interviews will take place week commencing 13 May 2024
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Job Description _________________________________________________________________________ Summary Job title Researcher – Enhancing Democratic Habits Division Social Sciences Department Centre for Socio-Legal Studies, Faculty of Law Location Manor Road Building, Manor Road Grade and salary Grade 6: £32,332-£38,205 per annum Hours Full time Contract type Fixed-term from 1 June 2024 to 31 December 2024 Reporting to Professor Linda Mulcahy, Director of the Centre for Socio-Legal Studies Vacancy reference 172354 Closing date Midday on Thursday 2 May 2024 Interview date Interviews are likely to be held week commencing 13 May 2024 The role Reporting to Professor Linda Mulcahy, the post holder will be a member of the Access to Justice cluster at the Centre for Socio-Legal Studies, Faculty of Law, University of Oxford. More specifically they will be working with a small team of experienced researchers who are undertaking an oral history of the law centres movement in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. This project is being run in partnership with Queens University Belfast, the British Library and the Law Centres Network. It is funded by the AHRC and this four-year project is now in its final year. The audio recordings being produced by the research team are due to deposited in the British Library together with an archive of Law Centre annual reports and campaigning materials. Responsibilities • Manage own research and administrative activities, within guidelines provided by senior colleagues. This will include (a) making digital copies of Law Centre Annual Reports and other documents prior to deposit with the British Library by 28 June 2024; and (b) assisting with administrative tasks, data management and other record keeping associated with transfer of documents and audio recordings to the British Library at the conclusion of the project; • Contribute to wider project planning, including ideas for new research projects; • Select, follow, and adapt specialist methodologies to confirm or refute theories, and identify suitable alternatives where information or research material is restricted; • Contribute to the design of research materials and make arrangements for data gathering and analysis. This will involve assisting with coding and initial content analysis of research material and assisting with content summaries of the life story recordings prior to transfer to the British Library at the conclusion of the project; • Gather, analyse, and present qualitative and/or quantitative data from a variety of sources; • Contribute to research publications, book chapters and the final report • Responsible for the day-to-day administration of the research project • Represent the research group at external meetings/seminars, either with other members of the group or alone • Contribute to discussions and share research findings with colleagues in partner institutions, and research groups Selection criteria Essential selection criteria • Hold a first degree and Masters in law, the social sciences or humanities, together with some relevant experience; • Working toward a doctorate in a specialist discipline or other commensurate experience • Possess sufficient specialist knowledge in the discipline to work within established research programmes; • Ability to manage own research and administrative activities; • Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write text that can be published, present data at conferences, and represent the research group at meetings; • Experience of following and adapting prescribed methods; • Ability to work to deadlines; • Attention to detail. Desirable selection criteria • Experience of working in a research team and contributing ideas; Researcher, Enhancing Democratic Habits 2 • Experience of undertaking oral histories or using and collating an archive; • A demonstrable interest in access to justice. Pre-employment screening Standard checks If you are offered the post, the offer will be subject to standard pre-employment checks. You will be asked to provide: proof of your right-to-work in the UK; proof of your identity; and (if we haven’t done so already) we will contact the referees you have nominated. You will also be asked to complete a health declaration so that you can tell us about any health conditions or disabilities for which you may need us to make appropriate adjustments. Please read the candidate notes on the University’s pre-employment screening procedures at: https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/pre-employment-checks Researcher, Enhancing Democratic Habits 3 Centre for Socio-Legal Studies For over fifty years the Oxford Centre has been at the forefront of research into the nature and role of law in society. Our researchers study law as a historical and culturally specific mode of social organisation that takes a variety of forms within and across societies. Our expert staff bring together a wide variety of disciplinary expertise including law, sociology, anthropology, politics, international relations, human rights, economics, geography and art history to examine the interface of law and society. Staff at the Centre also have area expertise in Eastern Europe, Africa, Australia, Asia and the US. Researchers at the Centre specialise in theoretically informed studies of law in action and much of our work draws on expertise in interviewing, participant observation, oral history, focus groups, surveys, discourse analysis and statistical analysis of data. Our core staff of experienced Professors, Associate Professors and Post-doctoral fellows are complemented by 25 research students who form the largest collection of socio-legal students in one academic unit in the UK. In the informal and relaxed atmosphere of the Centre we teach and supervise graduate research students at both Master’s and doctoral level. Our students are international in their backgrounds and outlook as well as being diverse in their academic qualifications. They bring exciting and fresh ideas to our research clusters and their commitment and energy contribute substantially to our success. The Centre is also an ideal base for post-doctoral scholars who wish to receive specialist mentoring, develop their projects, gain academic experience, and launch their careers. Members of our community conduct research into the socio-legal dynamics of some of the most pressing political questions of the day, such as human rights, technologies and social media; comparative legal cultures; access to justice; governance of environmental resources; ethical business regulation; the migration crisis and cultural expertise; legal ideology and religion; and the management of counter terrorism cases in the courts. The Centre has a select number of research associates and a lively visitors’ programme. Faculty of Law The Faculty of Law in the University of Oxford is the largest Law Faculty in the UK. It is a federation of thirty law schools in the colleges of the University. Legal scholars in the colleges and University are members of the Faculty, which coordinates and supports the teaching and writing of one hundred fifty three academics. The Law Faculty has a distinguished reputation in research and publications in Law. There are five specialised centres associated with the Law Faculty: the Centre for Socio-Legal Studies, the Centre for Criminology, the Institute of European and Comparative Law, the Oxford Intellectual Property Research Centre and the Bonavero Institute of Human Rights. Oxford is consistently listed in the top three for law in the leading guides to British and international universities. There are 225 students in each of the three years of the Faculty’s BA in Jurisprudence. In addition to the new MSc in International Human Rights Law, the Faculty’s graduate programme includes the BCL, MJur, MSc in Criminology, the Master's in Law and Finance, the MSc in Taxation, and a large doctoral programme. There are over 40 professional support staff in the Faculty. The Faculty of Law holds a bronze Athena Swan award to recognise advancement of gender equality: representation, progression and success for all. For more information please visit www.law.ox.ac.uk Social Sciences Division Social Sciences is one of four academic Divisions in the University, each with considerable devolved budgetary and financial authority, and responsibility for providing a broad strategic focus across its constituent disciplines. Thirteen departments, one faculty, and three cross-divisional research units come under the aegis of the division which spans the full range of social science disciplines with links into the humanities and physical sciences (including Law, Management, Economics, Politics and International Relations, Sociology, Social Policy, Area Studies, Development Studies, Education, Anthropology, Archaeology, Geography, Public Policy). There are over 700 academic staff, 2,700 graduate students (postgraduate taught and postgraduate research), and 1900 undergraduates working and studying in the division. The division is established as a world-leading centre for research in the social sciences and regularly sits at the highest levels of international league tables of one form or Researcher, Enhancing Democratic Habits 4 another. It is the largest grouping of social science disciplines in the UK and it is also home to several of Oxford’s most widely recognised teaching programmes, such as PPE, the BCL, the MPhils in International Relations, in Economics, and in Development Studies, and the nationally regarded PGCE. We believe that excellence in teaching and research is synergistic and remain committed to sustaining and developing the high quality of our activities in both these areas. Our departments are committed to research which develops a greater understanding of all aspects of society, from the impact of political, legal and economic systems on social and economic welfare to human rights and security. That research is disseminated through innovative graduate programmes and enhances undergraduate courses. For more information please visit: http://www.socsci.ox.ac.uk/ . Researcher, Enhancing Democratic Habits 5 How to apply Applications are made through our online recruitment portal. Information about how to apply is available on our Jobs website https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/how-to-apply. Your application will be judged solely on the basis of how you demonstrate that you meet the selection criteria stated in the job description. You will be asked to upload a CV and a supporting statement. The supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience. This may include experience gained in employment, education, or during career breaks (such as time out to care for dependants) Please upload all documents as PDF files with your name and the document type in the filename. Applications should be received by midday UK time on the closing date stated in the online advertisement. Information for priority candidates A priority candidate is a University employee who is seeking redeployment because they have been advised that they are at risk of redundancy, or on grounds of ill-health/disability. Priority candidates are issued with a redeployment letter by their employing department(s). If you are a priority candidate, please ensure that you attach your redeployment letter to your application (or email it to the contact address on the advert if the application form used for the vacancy does not allow attachments). If you need help Application FAQs, including technical troubleshooting advice is available at: https://staff.web.ox.ac.uk/recruitment-support-faqs Non-technical questions about this job should be addressed to the recruiting department directly recruitment@law.ox.ac.uk To return to the online application at any stage, please go to: www.recruit.ox.ac.uk. Please note that you will receive an automated email from our online recruitment portal to confirm receipt of your application. Please check your spam/junk mail if you do not receive this email. Researcher, Enhancing Democratic Habits 6 Important information for candidates Data Privacy Please note that any personal data submitted to the University as part of the job application process will be processed in accordance with the GDPR and related UK data protection legislation. For further information, please see the University’s Privacy Notice for Job Applicants at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/job-applicant-privacypolicy. The University’s Policy on Data Protection is available at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/dataprotection-policy. The University’s policy on retirement The University operates an Employer Justified Retirement Age (EJRA) for very senior research posts at grade RSIV/D35 and clinical equivalents E62 and E82 of 30 September before the 70th birthday. The justification for this is explained at: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra. For existing employees on these grades, any employment beyond the retirement age is subject to approval through the procedures: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra. There is no normal or fixed age at which staff in posts at other grades have to retire. Staff at these grades may elect to retire in accordance with the rules of the applicable pension scheme, as may be amended from time to time. Equality of opportunity Entry into employment with the University and progression within employment will be determined only by personal merit and the application of criteria which are related to the duties of each particular post and the relevant salary structure. In all cases, ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration. No applicant or member of staff shall be discriminated against because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Researcher, Enhancing Democratic Habits 7 Benefits of working at the University Employee benefits University employees enjoy 38 days’ paid holiday, generous pension schemes, travel discounts, and a variety of professional development opportunities. Our range of other employee benefits and discounts also includes free entry to the Botanic Gardens and University colleges, and discounts at University museums. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/staff-benefits University Club and sports facilities Membership of the University Club is free for all University staff. The University Club offers social, sporting, and hospitality facilities. Staff can also use the University Sports Centre on Iffley Road at discounted rates, including a fitness centre, powerlifting room, and swimming pool. See www.club.ox.ac.uk and https://www.sport.ox.ac.uk/. Information for staff new to Oxford If you are relocating to Oxfordshire from overseas or elsewhere in the UK, the University's Welcome Service website includes practical information about settling in the area, including advice on relocation, accommodation, and local schools. See https://welcome.ox.ac.uk/ There is also a visa loan scheme to cover the costs of UK visa applications for staff and their dependants. See https://staffimmigration.admin.ox.ac.uk/visa-loan-scheme Family-friendly benefits With one of the most generous family leave schemes in the Higher Education sector, and a range of flexible working options, Oxford aims to be a family-friendly employer. We also subscribe to the Work+Family Space, a service that provides practical advice and support for employees who have caring responsibilities. The service offers a free telephone advice line, and the ability to book emergency back-up care for children, adult dependents and elderly relatives. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/my-family-care Childcare The University has excellent childcare services, including five University nurseries as well as University-supported places at many other private nurseries. For full details, including how to apply and the costs, see https://childcare.admin.ox.ac.uk/ Disabled staff We are committed to supporting members of staff with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further details, including information about how to make contact, in confidence, with the University’s Staff Disability Advisor, see https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/disability-support Staff networks The University has a number of staff networks including the Oxford Research Staff Society, BME staff network, LGBT+ staff network and a disabled staff network. You can find more information at https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/networks The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club is an organisation run by volunteers that aims to assist the partners of new staff settle into Oxford, and provides them with an opportunity to meet people and make connections in the local area. See www.newcomers.ox.ac.uk. Oxford Research Staff Society (OxRSS) A society run by and for Oxford University research staff. It offers researchers a range of social and professional networking opportunities. Membership is free, and all researchers employed by Oxford University are welcome to join. Subscribe at researchstaff-subscribe@maillist.ox.ac.uk to join the mailing list to find out about upcoming events and other information for researchers, or contact the committee on committee@oxrss.ox.ac.uk. For more information, see www.ox.ac.uk/oxrss, Twitter @ResStaffOxford, and Facebook www.facebook.com/oxrss. Researcher, Enhancing Democratic Habits 8
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