International Research Assurance Specialist

**Admin/Support**





Are you an International Research Assurance Specialist passionate about
people, talent, and workplace culture? Join our dynamic Trusted Research team
at the University of Oxford and help attract, support, and develop top talent
in our world-leading institution.

Location: **5 Worcester Street, Oxford and OX1 2BX** Salary: **£ 38,674-
£46,913 per annum** Contract: **Full Time, Permanent**



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About Us**



Spanning the historic streets of the “city of dreaming spires,” the University
of Oxford has been ranked the world’s leading university for nine consecutive
years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we
offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring
environment that promotes excellence. Here, you’ll contribute to ground-
breaking research that tackles global challenges - from advancing
sustainability to pioneering healthcare solutions - and join a diverse,
inclusive community that champions your wellbeing, development, and
aspirations. Apply now to become part of our extraordinary legacy.





**Research Services** is one of the key professional services departments
supporting Oxford’s research and innovation community. With over 180 staff
across our five business units, our values include teamwork, professionalism,
continuous improvement, empathy, respect and trust. Research Services is part
of the University Administration and Services Division and works in
partnership with the academic divisions and their departments and faculties to
support Oxford’s researchers. Our role is to facilitate excellence in
research, engagement and innovation at Oxford. Our vision is to be a trusted
provider of expertise, strategic insight, internal and external influence and
excellent professional support to Oxford’s research, engagement and innovation
community. Our wide-ranging remit includes:





• Supporting the acquisition of external research funding, funder engagement
and strategic research initiatives comprehensive funding, contracts and
research development support



• Negotiating research-related contracts



• Supporting institutional research strategy, policy and planning



• Facilitating knowledge exchange, innovation and engagement and coordinating
the development and delivery of knowledge exchange strategy and policy



• Promoting the responsible conduct of research and compliance with regulatory
and research governance requirements



• Leading the continuous improvement of research administration at Oxford





Our values and commitments govern the way we work with others within Research
Services, the University and externally, including our commitment to
professionalism, consultation, teamwork and continuous improvement. You can
read more about our values and commitments here.



For more information please visit: researchsupport.admin.ox.ac.uk





The Trusted Research team, one of teams within the wider Research Funding and
Contracts Team in Research Services, is a collaborative team managing casework
and establishing policy and practice for the University in research security
and due diligence.





**What We Offer**



Working at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such
as:



• 38 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) to support your
wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 5 extra days and additional leave
after long service.



• One of the most generous family leave schemes in UK higher education,
offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay maternity and adoption leave, plus 12
weeks of full-pay paternity/partner leave.



• A commitment to hybrid and flexible working.



• An excellent contributory pension scheme.



• Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme,
discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.



• Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports
clubs.





**About the Role**



The International Research Assurance Specialist is a new role in the Trusted
Research team, recognising not just the importance of facilitating
international collaboration but also that the risks associated with
international collaboration are dynamic, growing in complexity and an area to
which external parties such as governments and funders are paying increasing
attention. You will work with researchers, research student supervisors and
with professional services colleagues in departments, divisions and University
services to identify, mitigate and manage risks connected with international
collaboration, including reputational, ethical, operational, regulatory, and
security-related. You will advise and support colleagues in Research Services
and academic departments in research due diligence matters; and assist in
developing an assurance approach around activities that fall within the scope
of research due diligence. You will also assist in the creation and delivery
of workshops, training and guidance documents to researchers and those who
support research across the university in matters related to research due
diligence and compliance.





**About You**



You will bring to this role strong skills in analysing large amounts of
complex information and using to solve problems. You will have some awareness
of the wider issues and risks associated with research collaboration in an
international context, ideally with experience of providing practical advice
and guidance to manage risk.





**Application Process**



To apply, please upload:



• A covering letter/supporting statement



• Your CV



• The details of two referees





The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Friday 16th May.



Interviews will be held face-to-face on Monday 2nd June.