Research Assistant

<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p></p><div>The Oxford Internet Institute (OII) &#8211; founded in 2001 - is a multidisciplinary research and teaching department of the University of Oxford, dedicated to the social science of the Internet. The OII&#160;is a world-leading department, conducting cutting-edge multi-disciplinary research on societal challenges and opportunities in the face of rapidly advancing digital technological change. Our goal is rigorous intellectual innovation that can address public problems.</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>We are seeking a Research Assistant to join the research group led by Dr Luc Rocher. This position is full time ((part-time hours will be considered) and available from 1 October, for a fixed term duration of 12 months or to 30 September 2025 (whichever is sooner). This position is based in the UK.</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>The main involvement will be developing and implementing interactive visualisations methods related to research on privacy and algorithmic auditing.</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>This position is particularly suited for pre-doctoral candidates to build research skills and collaborate on research projects before applying for doctoral studies, although the skills and experience learned will be helpful to a range of positions in and outside academia.</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>The post holder will be expected to:</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>&#8226;&#160;&#160;&#160; Manage their own research and administrative activities,</div><br> <div>&#8226;&#160;&#160;&#160; Contribute to wider project planning,</div><br> <div>&#8226;&#160;&#160;&#160; Select, follow, implement, and adapt specialist methodologies from machine learning, privacy, and security and</div><br> <div>&#8226;&#160;&#160;&#160; Contribute to the design of research materials and scientific articles</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>The successful candidate will hold or be close to completion of an MSc degree in a relevant field such as social data science, computer science, engineering, statistics, or mathematics and have excellent communication skills.</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>Full details of the requirements for this post can be found in the Job Description link below.&#160;</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>If you would like to discuss this role, please contact Dr Luc Rocher luc.rocher@oii.ox.ac.uk.</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>You will be required to upload a supporting statement, a CV, and details of two referees as part of your online application. Only application received online by 12 (midday) UK time on 23 September 2024 will be accepted</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div><em>The OII is committed to equality and valuing diversity.</em></div> </div>