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_________________________________________________________________________ Summary Job title Research Assistant Design Bioethics Division Medical Sciences Department Psychiatry Location Warneford Hospital Grade 6: £32,332 to £38,205 (with a discretionary range from £39,347 to £41,732) per annum Grade and salary The University has introduced a pensionable Oxford University Weighting of £1,500 a year (pro rata) for all staff on grades 1–10 of the main salary and grading structure which will be implemented in the September 2024 payroll. Hours Full time- consideration given to candidates wishing to work part-time (minimum 80% FTE) on a pro rata basis with appropriate adjustment of duties) Contract type Fixed-term (18 months with the possibility of an extension) Reporting to Professor Ilina Singh Vacancy reference 174402 Additional information Start date October 2024 The role The post is for a Research Associate in the Design Bioethics Lab, located within the Neuroscience, Ethics and Society (NEUROSEC) Team in the Department of Psychiatry. The NEUROSEC Team has an international reputation for its work in neuroscience ethics and psychiatric ethics and is uniquely situated within Oxford Psychiatry and Neuroscience, building collaborative research relationships with scientists, clinicians and public stakeholders, whilst maintaining a critical perspective and a portfolio of independent research projects. For more information please see here. The postholder will be joining an exciting research sub-group within the NEUROSEC team, working in the Design Bioethics Lab (DBL) led by Professor Ilina Singh. The DBL is based on a novel framework intended to support theoretical rigour and systematic, scalable research in empirical bioethics (see publication), created as part of Prof Singh’s previous Wellcome Trust senior investigator project. Our current projects in the DBL are focused on developing a set of digital and dialogical tools to enable identification and investigation of value disagreements around the question: What do we owe future generations? Within this, we are particularly interested in issues related to climate change and/or environmental ethics. As with most of the work in the NEUROSEC Team, our DBL projects are focused on young people and will be co-designed with members of the NeurOX Young People’s Advisory Group. Funding Sources for the Post Funding for the advertised role stems from a Wellcome Trust Discovery Research Platform grant for a project called ANTITHESES: A Platform for Transformative Inclusivity in Ethics and Humanities Research. Antitheses addresses an urgent need for research that can engage meaningfully with the radical value disagreements, polarisation, and informational uncertainty characteristic of contemporary medical science, practice, and policy. Antitheses will develop new tools and methods to address such challenges, across the fields of history, philosophy, the fine arts, design bioethics, sociology, and global bioethics. Responsibilities • Manage own research and administrative activities, within guidelines provided by senior colleagues • Contribute to wider project planning and organisation, 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 protocols • Gather, analyse, and present data from a variety of sources, including AI-supported platforms • Undertake comprehensive and systematic literature reviews and write up the results for publication in peerreviewed journals or for presentation at conferences or public meetings • Contribute to research publications, book chapters and reviews • Contribute to administrative tasks; including project management; meeting and event planning and minuting; ethics applications; website maintenance; digital folders. • Contribute to discussions and share research findings with colleagues in partner institutions, and the broader ANTITHESES group. Selection criteria Essential selection criteria • Undergraduate degree in psychology, geography, bioethics or a relevant empirical social science discipline • Experience of major contributions to, or leading successful execution of an empirical research project(s) in a relevant area of study • Demonstrated skills in the use of systematic approaches to literature reviewing across relevant disciplinary databases, including those outside the candidate’s primary discipline • Ability to use (with understanding of limitations) current and emerging AI-platforms to facilitate rapid and comprehensive reviewing • Demonstrated ability to work independently following support from project leads, and to meet milestones and achieve deliverables. • Excellent writing and communication skills, including the ability to write text that can be published • Willingness to work and learn within an interdisciplinary team Desirable selection criteria • Master’s degree with an empirical research component • Experience of contributing to research publications • Knowledge of literature at the intersection of mental health and climate change, and/or environmental ethics RESEARCH ASSISTANT DESIGN BIOETHICS 174402 2 • Knowledge of developing digital tools for empirical research 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. If you have previously worked for the University we will also verify key information such as your dates of employment and reason for leaving your previous role with the department/unit where you worked. 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 Additional security pre-employment checks This job includes duties that will require additional security pre-employment checks: • A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check due regulated activity involving children About the University of Oxford Welcome to the University of Oxford. We aim to lead the world in research and education for the benefit of society both in the UK and globally. Oxford’s researchers engage with academic, commercial and cultural partners across the world to stimulate high-quality research and enable innovation through a broad range of social, policy and economic impacts. We believe our strengths lie both in empowering individuals and teams to address fundamental questions of global significance, while providing all our staff with a welcoming and inclusive workplace that enables everyone to develop and do their best work. Recognising that diversity is our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, we aspire to build a truly diverse community which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution. While we have long traditions of scholarship, we are also forward-looking, creative and cutting-edge. Oxford is one of Europe's most entrepreneurial universities and we rank first in the UK for university spin-outs, and in recent years we have spun out 15-20 new companies every year. We are also recognised as leaders in support for social enterprise. Join us and you will find a unique, democratic and international community, a great range of staff benefits and access to a vibrant array of cultural activities in the beautiful city of Oxford. For more information, please visit www.ox.ac.uk/about/organisation. Department of Psychiatry The Department of Psychiatry based on the Warneford Hospital site in Oxford has an international reputation for excellence. The Head of Department is Professor Belinda Lennox. The Department has a substantial research programme, with major funding from Medical Research Council (MRC), Wellcome Trust and National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) and provides highly rated medical training in psychiatry. There are approximately 250 staff including 41 principal investigators leading research groups investigating applying a wide range of approaches from translational neuroscience, experimental medicine, epidemiology, clinical trials and health services research to developmental disorders, mood disorders, cognitive disorders and self-harm and suicide. There are strong links with other departments and institutes both within and outside Oxford: these links ensure that we can apply the best scientific methods to psychiatric and cognitive disorders. The Department has an annual turnover of over £10 million with more than 130 research grants. For more information please visit: http://www.psych.ox.ac.uk RESEARCH ASSISTANT DESIGN BIOETHICS 174402 3 The Department of Psychiatry holds a silver Athena Swan award to recognise advancement of gender equality: representation, progression and success for all. Medical Sciences Division For more information please visit: https://www.medsci.ox.ac.uk/ RESEARCH ASSISTANT DESIGN BIOETHICS 174402 4 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. As part of your application you will be asked to provide details of two referees and indicate whether we can contact them now. 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. All applications must 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 vacancies@psych.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. RESEARCH ASSISTANT DESIGN BIOETHICS 174402 5 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. RESEARCH ASSISTANT DESIGN BIOETHICS 174402 6 Benefits of working at the University Employee benefits University employees enjoy 38 days’ paid holiday, generous pension schemes, travel discounts including salary sacrifice schemes for bicycles and electric cars and other discounts. Staff can access a huge range of personal and professional development opportunities. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/staff-benefits Employee Assistance Programme As part of our wellbeing offering staff get free access to Health Assured, a confidential employee assistance programme which is available 24/7 for 365 days a year. Find out more https://staff.admin.ox.ac.uk/healthassured-eap University Club and sports facilities Membership of the University Club is free for University staff. It 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 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 have excellent childcare services, including five University nurseries as well as places at many other private nurseries. See https://childcare.admin.ox.ac.uk/ We also subscribe to the Work+Family Space, a service that provides practical advice and support for employees who have caring responsibilities for dependants of all types. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/my-family-care ildcare Supporting disability and health-related issues (inc menopause) We are committed to supporting members of staff with disabilities or long-term health conditions, including those experiencing negative effects of menopause. Information about the University’s Staff Disability Advisor, is at https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/disability-support. For information about how we support those going through menopause see https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/menopause-guidance Staff networks The University has a number of staff networks including for research staff, BME staff, LGBT+ staff, disabled staff network and those going through menopause. Find out more at https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/networks The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club is 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. Research staff The Researcher Hub supports all researchers on fixed-term contracts. They aim to help you settle in comfortably, make connections, grow as a person, extend your research expertise and approach your next career step with confidence. Find out more https://www.ox.ac.uk/research/support-researchers/researcher-hub Oxford’s Research Staff Society is a collective voice for our researchers. They also organise social and professional networking activities for researchers. Find out more https://www.ox.ac.uk/research/supportresearchers/connecting-other-researchers/oxford-research-staff-society RESEARCH ASSISTANT DESIGN BIOETHICS 174402 7
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We are looking to appoint a Research Assistant in the Design Bioethics Lab located within the Neuroscience, Ethics and Society (NEUROSEC) Team in the Department of Psychiatry. Led by Professor Ilina Singh, the NEUROSEC Team has an international reputation for its work in neuroscience ethics and psychiatric ethics and is uniquely situated within Oxford Psychiatry and Neuroscience, building collaborative research relationships with scientists, clinicians and public stakeholders, whilst maintaining a critical perspective and a portfolio of independent research projects. The post is based in the Department of Psychiatry and is full-time, although consideration will be given to candidates wishing to work part-time (minimum 80% FTE) on a pro rata basis with appropriate adjustment of duties. The post is for a fixed term (funded for 18 months with the possibility of an extension). The University has introduced a pensionable Oxford University Weighting of £1,500 a year (pro rata) for all staff on grades 1–10 of the main salary and grading structure which will be implemented in the September 2024 payroll. You will be joining the Design Bioethics Lab (DBL). The DBL is based on a novel framework intended to support theoretical rigour and systematic, scalable research in empirical bioethics (see publication). Current projects in the DBL are focused on developing a set of digital and dialogical tools to enable identification and investigation of value disagreements around the question: What do we owe future generations? Within this, we are particularly interested in issues related to climate change and/or environmental ethics. As with most of the work in the NEUROSEC Team, our DBL projects are focused on young people and will be co-designed with members of the NeurOX Young People’s Advisory Group. You will be required to manage your own research and administrative activities, within guidelines provided by senior colleagues. You will also be expected to contribute to wider project planning and organisation, including ideas for new research projects and to the design of research protocols You should hold an undergraduate degree or equivalent in a relevant subject such as psychology, bioethics, geography or a relevant empirical social science discipline, along with experience of major contributions to, or leading successful execution of, an empirical research project in a relevant area of study, With demonstrated skills in the use of systematic approaches to literature reviewing you should be able to use current and emerging AI- platforms to facilitate rapid and comprehensive reviewing. A masters degree would be desirable as would knowledge of literature at the intersection of mental health and climate change, and/or environmental ethics. You will be required to upload a supporting statement, a CV, and details of two referees as part of your online application. The closing date for this post is 12.00 midday 10th September 2024
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We are looking to appoint a Research Assistant in the Design Bioethics Lab located within the Neuroscience, Ethics and Society (NEUROSEC) Team in the Department of Psychiatry. Led by Professor Ilina Singh, the NEUROSEC Team has an international reputation for its work in neuroscience ethics and psychiatric ethics and is uniquely situated within Oxford Psychiatry and Neuroscience, building collaborative research relationships with scientists, clinicians and public stakeholders, whilst maintaining a critical perspective and a portfolio of independent research projects. The post is based in the Department of Psychiatry and is full-time, although consideration will be given to candidates wishing to work part-time (minimum 80% FTE) on a pro rata basis with appropriate adjustment of duties. The post is for a fixed term (funded for 18 months with the possibility of an extension). The University has introduced a pensionable Oxford University Weighting of £1,500 a year (pro rata) for all staff on grades 1–10 of the main salary and grading structure which will be implemented in the September 2024 payroll. You will be joining the Design Bioethics Lab (DBL). The DBL is based on a novel framework intended to support theoretical rigour and systematic, scalable research in empirical bioethics (see publication). Current projects in the DBL are focused on developing a set of digital and dialogical tools to enable identification and investigation of value disagreements around the question: What do we owe future generations? Within this, we are particularly interested in issues related to climate change and/or environmental ethics. As with most of the work in the NEUROSEC Team, our DBL projects are focused on young people and will be co-designed with members of the NeurOX Young People’s Advisory Group. You will be required to manage your own research and administrative activities, within guidelines provided by senior colleagues. You will also be expected to contribute to wider project planning and organisation, including ideas for new research projects and to the design of research protocols You should hold an undergraduate degree or equivalent in a relevant subject such as psychology, bioethics, geography or a relevant empirical social science discipline, along with experience of major contributions to, or leading successful execution of, an empirical research project in a relevant area of study, With demonstrated skills in the use of systematic approaches to literature reviewing you should be able to use current and emerging AI-platforms to facilitate rapid and comprehensive reviewing. A masters degree would be desirable as would knowledge of literature at the intersection of mental health and climate change, and/or environmental ethics. You will be required to upload a supporting statement, a CV, and details of two referees as part of your online application. The closing date for this post is 12.00 midday 10th September 2024
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