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Job Description _________________________________________________________________________ Summary Job title Research Assistant Division Social Sciences Department Oxford Internet Institute Location 1 St Giles, Oxford, OX1 3JS Grade and salary Grade 6: £33,832 -£39,705 per annum Hours Full-time 37.5 hours per week (Part-time hours will be considered) Contract type Fixed-term for 6 months or to 31 March 2025 (whichever is sooner) Reporting to Mariarosaria Taddeo, Professor of Digital Ethics and Defence Technologies Vacancy reference 175531 Proof of Right To Work in the UK: This vacancy does NOT meet the Home Office requirements for a Certificate of Sponsorship application. Additional information However, if the chosen candidate is eligible to apply for a different type of visa in their own right, the department will seek advice from the University’s Staff Immigration Team Research topic Ethics of Artificial Intelligence in Defence Principal Investigator / supervisor Mariarosaria Taddeo Project web site https://www.oii.ox.ac.uk/people/profiles/mariarosariataddeo/#research Funding partner The funds supporting this research project are provided by Defence science technology laboratories of the UK Ministry of Defence and the Alan Turing Institute. Recent publications https://www.oii.ox.ac.uk/people/profiles/mariarosariataddeo/#research The role The successful candidate will • Work with a team of experts undertaking cutting-edge, comprehensive and systematic analyses of the ethical, social, and legal impact of the use of artificial intelligence (AI) for national defence purposes. • Have the opportunity of shaping innovative research and with it the debate on the governance of AI in defence. • Contribute to research articles published in international, peer-reviewed leading journals. Responsibilities The successful candidate will be responsible for • Analyse academic and grey literature to distil key findings • Contribute to draft research articles • Contribute to the organisation of focus groups and workshop • Contribute to the drafting of research reports • Participate in academic conferences and experts meeting presenting research findings Selection criteria Essential selection criteria 1. A masters (or close to completion) in legal studies, comparative law, tech governance, or defence studies or relevant field 2. Expertise on data governance, both legal and ethical aspects of data collection, security, and sharing and/or 3. Expertise on International Humanitarian Law and/or 4. Expertise on procurement for the defence sector and/or 5. Expertise on computer science, data science, artificial intelligence Desirable selection criteria 1. Publication record 2. Experience in event organisation 3. Proven ability to speak in public 175531 G6 MT OCT 24 JD 2 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 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. The Oxford Internet Institute (OII) The Oxford Internet Institute – founded in 2001 - is a multidisciplinary research and teaching department of the University of Oxford, dedicated to the social science of the Internet. Digital connections are now embedded in almost every aspect of our daily lives, and research on individual and collective behaviour online is crucial to understanding our social, economic, and political world. Research: We have unprecedented access to a huge volume of rich social data, and are developing new theories, concepts and methods to analyse it. Teaching: Our Masters and doctoral programmes bring students from all over the world, to work with our faculty at the cutting edge of their fields. 175531 G6 MT OCT 24 JD 3 Policy: We provide the empirical data and conceptual analysis that is so needed to design policy solutions to societal problems. Our academic faculty and graduate students are drawn from many different disciplines: we believe this combined approach is essential to tackle society’s ‘big questions’. Together, we aim to positively shape the development of our digital world for the public good. The OII aims to operate at the cutting edge in both quantitative and qualitative methodologies that cut across disciplines and topics. The core of our activity is to develop rigorous peer-reviewed research and disseminate the outputs in high-quality journals, while ensuring that research helps inform and shape policy and practice. Our research focuses on areas critical to the public interest and has already delivered significant impact. Our faculty were among the first to draw the world’s attention to “fake news” and defined the concept of “big data”. They have undertaken ground-breaking research into technology and wellbeing using realtime industry data and persuaded major global firms to adopt a new methods and practices. And OII researchers have developed the first global ratings system for firms operating in the gig economy and had a significant role in influencing the online harms debate in the UK. Our four teaching programmes graduate around 80 students a year across our two MSc programmes in addition to around five doctoral students. Many of our talented alumni go on to perform important roles and achieve significant accomplishments in the world of policymaking, technology development, civil society and academia. In 2025, the OII is expected to take up residence in the new Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities, moving from our current location across three sites on St Giles. For more information about the Oxford Internet Institute please visit https://www.oii.ox.ac.uk/. Social Sciences Division The Oxford Internet Institute is a department within the Social Sciences Division, 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. The Social Sciences Division represents the largest grouping of social sciences in the UK. It is home to outstanding departments and to the internationally ranked Law Faculty; all are committed to research to develop 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/ 175531 G6 MT OCT 24 JD 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 Ornella Sciuto, OII HR Manager, via Ornella.sciuto, via HR@oii.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. 175531 G6 MT OCT 24 JD 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-privacy-policy. The University’s Policy on Data Protection is available at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/data-protection-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. 175531 G6 MT OCT 24 JD 6 Benefits of working at the University Employee benefits University employees enjoy 38 days’ paid holiday, generous pension schemes, flexible working options, 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 benefits. Employee Assistance Programme As part of our wellbeing offering staff get free access to Health Assured, a confidential employee assistance programme, available 24/7 for 365 days a year. Find out more at Health Assured. 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 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 Visa Loan Scheme. Family-friendly benefits We are a family-friendly employer with one of the most generous family leave schemes in the Higher Education sector. Our Childcare Services team provides guidance and support on childcare provision, and offers a range of high quality childcare options at affordable prices for staff. In addition to 5 University nurseries, we partner with a number of local providers to offer in excess of 450 full time nursery places to our staff. Eligible parents are able to pay for childcare through salary sacrifice, further reducing costs. See childcare. 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 My Family Care. 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 at the Researcher Hub. Oxford’s Research Staff Society is a collective voice for our researchers. 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The Oxford Internet Institute – founded in 2001 - is a multidisciplinary research and teaching department of the University of Oxford, dedicated to the social science of the Internet. We have an exciting opportunity to join Professor Taddeo’s team at the Oxford Internet Institute, University of Oxford to work on a project on the ‘Ethics of Artificial Intelligence in Defence’. The project is led by Professor Taddeo, funded by the MoD Defence science technology laboratory (Dstl) and developed in collaboration with the Alan Turing Institute. We are offering 1 full-time or 2 part-time fixed term contract positions, to start immediately and to end on March 2025. The successful candidate will be based in Oxford but you will be able to agree a pattern of regular UK based remote working with your line manager. The successful candidate will; • Work with a team of experts undertaking cutting-edge, comprehensive and systematic analyses of the ethical, social and legal impact of the use of artificial intelligence (AI) for national defence purposes. • Have the opportunity of shaping innovative research and with it the debate on the governance of AI in defence. • Contribute to research articles published in international, peer-reviewed leading journals. The successful candidate will be responsible for; • Contribute to draft research articles. • Analyse academic and grey literature to distil key findings. • Contribute to the organisation of focus groups and workshop. • Contributing to the drafting of research reports. • Participate in academic conferences and experts meeting presenting research findings. The successful candidate will have: • A background (Master or PhD) in legal studies, comparative law, tech governance, or defence studies or relevant fields • Expertise on data governance, both legal and ethical aspects of data collection, security, and sharing and/or • Expertise on International Humanitarian Law and/or • Expertise on procurement for the defence sector and/or • Expertise on computer science, data science, artificial intelligence. If you would like to discuss this role, please contact Professor Taddeo on 01865 287049 or mariarosaria.taddeo@oii.ox.ac.uk . Further details are also found in the Job Description provided. You will be required to upload a supporting statement, setting out how you meet the selection criteria, curriculum vitae and the names and contact details of two referees as part of your online application. Only applications received before noon on 30 September 2024 can be considered. **Committed to equality and valuing diversity**
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The Oxford Internet Institute – founded in 2001 - is a multidisciplinary research and teaching department of the University of Oxford, dedicated to the social science of the Internet. We have an exciting opportunity to join Professor Taddeo’s team at the Oxford Internet Institute, University of Oxford to work on a project on the ‘Ethics of Artificial Intelligence in Defence’. The project is led by Professor Taddeo, funded by the MoD Defence science technology laboratory (Dstl) and developed in collaboration with the Alan Turing Institute. We are offering 1 full-time or 2 part-time fixed term contract positions, to start immediately and to end on March 2025. The successful candidate will be based in Oxford but you will be able to agree a pattern of regular UK based remote working with your line manager. The successful candidate will; • Work with a team of experts undertaking cutting-edge, comprehensive and systematic analyses of the ethical, social and legal impact of the use of artificial intelligence (AI) for national defence purposes. • Have the opportunity of shaping innovative research and with it the debate on the governance of AI in defence. • Contribute to research articles published in international, peer-reviewed leading journals. The successful candidate will be responsible for; • Contribute to draft research articles. • Analyse academic and grey literature to distil key findings. • Contribute to the organisation of focus groups and workshop. • Contributing to the drafting of research reports. • Participate in academic conferences and experts meeting presenting research findings. The successful candidate will have: • A background (Master or PhD) in legal studies, comparative law, tech governance, or defence studies or relevant fields • Expertise on data governance, both legal and ethical aspects of data collection, security, and sharing and/or • Expertise on International Humanitarian Law and/or • Expertise on procurement for the defence sector and/or • Expertise on computer science, data science, artificial intelligence. If you would like to discuss this role, please contact Professor Taddeo on 01865 287049 or mariarosaria.taddeo@oii.ox.ac.uk . Further details are also found in the Job Description provided. You will be required to upload a supporting statement, setting out how you meet the selection criteria, curriculum vitae and the names and contact details of two referees as part of your online application. Only applications received before noon on 30 September 2024 can be considered. Committed to equality and valuing diversity
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