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The Faculty of Classics seeks to appoint a part-time Research Assistant to join the Archive of Performances of Greek and Roman Drama Team (APGRD) and to support the project entitled “Exploring Digital Futures at the Archive of Performances of Greek and Roman Drama” funded by the John Fell Fund. The APGRD is a major international research project, which was founded in October 1996. The role involves helping to develop two sets of software tools mainly standardising data and editing digital files, working closely with the project team at the APGRD. This is a 0.2 FTE post reporting to the Director of APGRD and working closely with, and under guidance from, a Senior Software Developer and other members of the project. About the role The purpose of the post is to contribute to the development of software tools that will enrich and widen access to the collections at the Archive of Performances of Greek and Roman Drama (APGRD): a set of software tools for the analysis of audio-visual resources and a second set of tools with a focus on automated multilingual solutions to support database queries using natural language and annotation needs of individual and collaborative users. Specifically, this role will be focused on data standardisation tasks. The work equates 8hrs per week for 9 months starting in early June and will be carried out at the APGRD. The successful applicant will be able to work on their own initiative and possess good attention to detail and organisational skills. They will preferably have previous experience of research work, database management, archive management, excellent IT skills and be capable and confident in managing and processing digital text, image, and video files. What we offer Your happiness and wellbeing at work matters to us, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including: • An excellent contributory pension scheme • 38 days’ annual leave • A comprehensive range of childcare services • Family leave schemes • Cycle loan scheme • Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs • Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans Application process You will be required to upload a supporting statement, CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application. Please ensure that your supporting statement explicitly explains how you fulfil the selection criteria detailed in the job description. The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Wednesday 14th May 2025. Only applications received before this time can be considered. Shortlisting is expected to take place the following week and interviews are expected to take place in the week beginning the 26th May 2025. Bring your expertise to the University of Oxford and be a part of a community that values creativity, diversity, and excellence. Applications are encouraged from women and black and minority ethnic candidates, who are under-represented in academic posts at Oxford.
_________________________________________________________________________ Job Description and Selection Criteria Job title Research Assistant Division Humanities Department Faculty of Classics Location Faculty of Classics, Ioannou Centre for Classical & Byzantine Studies 66, St. Giles', Oxford, OX1 3LU Grade and salary Grade 6: £33,482 - £36,616 per annum pro rata Hours Part time: 8 hours per week / 20%FTE Contract type Fixed-term (9 months) externally-funded Reporting to Dr Pantelis Michelakis, Director of the Archive of Performances of Greek and Roman Drama Vacancy reference 179540 Research topic Exploring Digital Futures at the Archive of Performances of Greek and Roman Drama Principal Investigator / supervisor Dr Pantelis Michelakis, Director of the Archive of Performances of Greek and Roman Drama Project team Archive of Performances of Greek and Roman Drama Project web site https://www.apgrd.ox.ac.uk Funding partner The funds supporting this research project are provided by the John Fell Fund The role The purpose of the post is to contribute to the development of software tools that will enrich and widen access to the collections at the Archive of Performances of Greek and Roman Drama (APGRD): a set of software tools for the analysis of audio-visual resources and a second set of tools with a focus on automated multilingual solutions to support database queries using natural language and annotation needs of individual and collaborative users. Specifically, this role will be focused on data standardisation tasks. The Research Assistant will primarily create and edit digital files, working under the guidance of members of the APGRD project team. The project is based in the Archive of Performances of Greek and Roman Drama and is funded by the John Fell Fund. The work equates 8hrs per week for 9 months starting in early June and will be carried out at the APGRD. There is flexibility about working patterns. Responsibilities Responsibilities may include any or all of the following: • Managing and processing digital text, image and video files. • Checking and editing the results of automated tasks performed on texts, images and video files using machine learning tools, documenting process in detail and reporting back to team members. • Inputting and updating records in APGRD databases. • Contributing to website and updating website pages via content management system. • In carrying out the above duties, to manage research and administrative activities flexibly and effectively with a high degree of autonomy, subject to guidelines and under the supervision of the Project PI, Dr Pantelis Michelakis, or other members of the project. Selection criteria Essential selection criteria • • • • • • • Good specialist knowledge of ancient drama (Greek and/or Latin) sufficient to carry out the duties of the post, subject to guidance. Excellent IT skills, including the ability to edit text, image and video files. Ability to work with a high degree of precision and accuracy in all aspects of the job. Ability to learn new specialist IT skills as required. Ability to manage research and administrative activities, with a very high degree of selfmotivation. Ability to manage time so as to make progress against a fixed timescale. Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write text that can be published, present data at meetings, and represent the research group at meetings. Desirable selection criteria • • • • • • • • Experience of working in a research team and contributing ideas for new research projects. Familiarity with archive management practices. Familiarity with database systems and writing database queries. Experience of working with the Drupal content management system. Familiarity with the Git version control system. Experience of data processing. Familiarity with statistical analysis for research. Familiarity with languages other than English and with non-Roman scripts. 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 May 2025 2 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. Faculty of Classics The Faculty of Classics is the largest department of Classics in the world; it focuses on research and teaching in ancient Greek and Roman culture, civilisation, and history between around 1100 B.C. and A.D. 600. Particular subjects include the study of the ancient Greek and Latin languages, and of literature and documents composed in either, and the histories, cultures and societies of those who used those languages as a mother-tongue or as a principal mode of discourse. The faculty comprises the two sub-faculties of Greek and Latin Languages and Literature and of Ancient History and Classical Archaeology and currently has about 53 permanent academic post-holders. Faculty members also include researchers employed on fixed-term contracts, and research and teaching staff employed by the colleges. As in most other Humanities faculties in Oxford, undergraduate teaching in Classics is organised primarily by the colleges, which also manage undergraduate admissions and student welfare. The subfaculties and the Classics Faculty Board are responsible for devising the syllabus in the relevant areas for undergraduate courses, for appointing examiners, and for providing lectures and classes to complement the college teaching (known as tutorials). The Faculty Board controls the admission and supervision of graduate students through its Graduate Studies Committees. There are currently about 85 graduate students in Classical Languages and Literature, 65 graduate students in Ancient History and about 75 in Classical Archaeology (the latter are admitted though the Graduate Studies Committee of the School of Archaeology) reading for higher degrees (the MLitt and DPhil by thesis, and the MSt and MPhil which are normally a mixture of thesis and taught course). The faculty is based in the Ioannou Centre for Classical and Byzantine Studies, at 66 St Giles’, although many activities are also based in colleges. The Ioannou Centre is home to the faculty office (including the IT Officers), several of its research projects and a number of academic staff, including Byzantine Studies and the Classics language teaching staff. It includes facilities for graduates, and acts as a focal point for staff and graduate students in all aspects of Classical studies. It is open throughout the year, and in addition to providing the space for teaching and research, it plays host to a range of seminars, conferences, school visits, exhibitions and other events. Being in close proximity to the Sackler Library, the Ashmolean Museum, the Faculty of Oriental Studies and the Faculty of Medieval and Modern Languages enhances the opportunities for those working in the faculty. For more information please visit: http://www.classics.ox.ac.uk/ May 2025 3 The Faculty of Classics holds a bronze Athena Swan award to recognise advancement of gender equality: representation, progression and success for all. Humanities Division The Humanities Division is one of four academic divisions in the University of Oxford, bringing together the faculties of Classics; English; History; Linguistics, Philology and Phonetics; Medieval and Modern Languages; Music; Oriental Studies; Philosophy; and Theology, as well as the Ruskin School of Drawing and Fine Art. The division has responsibility for over 500 members of academic staff, for over 4,000 undergraduates (more than a third of the total undergraduate population of the University), and for about 1600 postgraduate students. The Division offers world-class teaching and research, backed by the superb resources of the University’s libraries and museums, including the famous Bodleian Library, with its 11 million volumes and priceless early book and manuscript collections, and the Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology. Such historic resources are linked to cutting-edge agendas in research and teaching, with an increasing emphasis on interdisciplinary study. Our faculties are among the largest in the world, enabling Oxford to offer an education in Arts and Humanities unparalleled in its range of subjects, from music and fine art to ancient and modern languages. The Humanities Division has embarked on a major building project on the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, following the recent announcement of the £150 million gift to create the Stephen A. Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities. The Schwarzman Centre will serve as a dynamic hub dedicated to the Humanities. The building will bring together seven Humanities faculties, the Humanities Divisional Office, a new library and significant cultural and public engagement spaces in a space designed to encourage experiential learning and bold experimentation through cross-disciplinary and collaborative study. The Faculty of Classics will not move to the Schwarzman Centre, but will continue to be based in its current premises at the Ioannou Centre, St Giles, Oxford. For more information please visit: www.humanities.ox.ac.uk May 2025 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. If you currently work for the University please note that: - as part of the referencing process, we will contact your current department to confirm basic employment details including reason for leaving although employees may hold multiple part-time posts, they may not hold more than the equivalent of a full time post. If you are offered this post, and accepting it would take you over the equivalent of full-time hours, you will be expected to resign from, or reduce hours in, your other posts(s) before starting work in the new post. 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 Classics Faculty - HR hr@classics.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. May 2025 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. May 2025 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 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, available 24/7 for 365 days a year. Find out more https://staff.admin.ox.ac.uk/health-assured-eap University Club and sports facilities Membership of the University Club is free for University staff. 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The Faculty of Classics seeks to appoint a part-time Research Assistant to join the Archive of Performances of Greek and Roman Drama Team (APGRD) and to support the project entitled “Exploring Digital Futures at the Archive of Performances of Greek and Roman Drama” funded by the John Fell Fund. The APGRD is a major international research project, which was founded in October 1996. The role involves helping to develop two sets of software tools mainly standardising data and editing digital files, working closely with the project team at the APGRD. This is a 0.2 FTE post reporting to the Director of APGRD and working closely with, and under guidance from, a Senior Software Developer and other members of the project. **About the role** The purpose of the post is to contribute to the development of software tools that will enrich and widen access to the collections at the Archive of Performances of Greek and Roman Drama (APGRD): a set of software tools for the analysis of audio-visual resources and a second set of tools with a focus on automated multilingual solutions to support database queries using natural language and annotation needs of individual and collaborative users. Specifically, this role will be focused on data standardisation tasks. The work equates 8hrs per week for 9 months starting in early June and will be carried out at the APGRD. The successful applicant will be able to work on their own initiative and possess good attention to detail and organisational skills. They will preferably have previous experience of research work, database management, archive management, excellent IT skills and be capable and confident in managing and processing digital text, image, and video files. **What we offer ** Your happiness and wellbeing at work matters to us, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including: • An excellent contributory pension scheme • 38 days’ annual leave • A comprehensive range of childcare services • Family leave schemes • Cycle loan scheme • Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs • Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans **Application process ** You will be required to upload a supporting statement, CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application. Please ensure that your supporting statement explicitly explains how you fulfil the selection criteria detailed in the job description. The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Wednesday 14th May 2025. Only applications received before this time can be considered. Shortlisting is expected to take place the following week and interviews are expected to take place in the week beginning the 26th May 2025. Bring your expertise to the University of Oxford and be a part of a community that values creativity, diversity, and excellence. **Applications are encouraged from women and black and minority ethnic candidates, who are under-represented in academic posts at Oxford. **
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