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Job description and selection criteria Job title Systems Administrator Division Mathematical, Physical, and Life Sciences Department Computer Science Location Wolfson Building, Parks Road, Oxford Grade and salary Grade 7: £38,674 - £46,913 per annum Hours Full time 37.5 hours per week Contract type Permanent Reporting to Deputy IT Manager for Infrastructure Vacancy reference 180398 The role Reporting to the Deputy IT Manager for Infrastructure, the role of Systems Administrator is pivotal to the smooth running of the IT operations. As an IT team member, the post holder will be expected to organise their own time appropriately to effectively provide the day-to-day support as well as progress longer term projects to meet deadlines and maintain agreed service levels. They must understand departmental IT strategy and policy and will be expected to proactively contribute to the creation and evolution of them. The post holder requires significant systems and virtual infrastructure administration skills to enable them to take the technical lead on complex projects as necessary. The Department of Computer Science operates heterogeneous ICT systems involving Windows, Linux and macOS Operating Systems. The crossplatform components used are complex to understand and critical to academic and support staff users’ efficient working. The post holder requires extensive knowledge of the interaction between and the relationship of such systems. As such they must have a detailed technical understanding of not just Windows but familiarity with Linux/BSD/UNIX systems too, being able to install and configure the necessary cross over services or to collaborate with other specialists within the department as appropriate. The IT services and needs of the department’s users are often complex and can pose problems that will require significant initiative and problem-solving skills. In many cases, this may require thorough research to determine the best available solutions whilst in other cases, this may require new and novel solutions to be developed. They, although a highly skilled systems administrator, must also have excellent communication skills to be able to provide frontline support, potentially dealing with questions on any of the diverse departmental IT systems and, where necessary, provide one-to-one introductory training on systems use. All team members are also expected to provide user support as required. It is important that they can converse at a very high technical level when dealing with other IT professionals but also be able to clearly answer user queries distilling the often complex answer into an understandable and concise form most appropriate to the individual’s technical competence. The department continues to expand and pursue challenging and innovative new projects which increasingly involve specialist IT systems and additional support. The various developments to date and those upcoming have provided a fertile environment and readily available high-level challenges for existing team members to demonstrate initiative and step up to the new challenges. Flexible working The role will be hybrid. Working pattern will be agreed with the line manager. Responsibilities The IT staff work together as a team to collectively share delivery and support of the IT systems, particularly in relation to the systems administration, security and support areas and tasks outlined below. 1) System Administration         Take ownership of Windows infrastructure, ensuring reliability, patch compliance, and performance across a hybrid environment (on-prem + cloud). Lead the design, rollout, and lifecycle management of Windows endpoints using modern provisioning tools (e.g., Autopilot, Intune, MDT, or GSS). Use automation tools (e.g., PowerShell, Ansible, or SCCM scripts) to enforce configuration consistency and improve administrative efficiency. Lead desktop operating system migrations (e.g., Windows 10 to 11), including planning, user coordination, testing, and deployment across diverse hardware platforms. Work with VMware environments for virtual server management. Communicate effectively with vendors and third-party support providers to raise, track, and resolve technical issues, ensuring clear, concise descriptions of problems, steps taken, and required outcomes.Ensure high availability and acceptable performance levels of mission-critical host computer resources. Collaborate with the other IT team members on system maintenance and longer-term development of the IT systems taking the technical lead where appropriate. Maintain and update comprehensive documentation for systems, services, and procedures.Core services: Manage and maintain AD DS, Group Policies, Printing Management (PaperCut) and Remote Access. 2) Security    Implement and monitor hardening baselines using Microsoft Security Compliance Toolkit or equivalent. Investigate and respond to audit logs (ELK, Windows Syslog), suspicious activity, and endpoint detection alerts. Coordinate with security stakeholders to ensure systems are compliant with university security policy.System monitoring, e.g. Zabbix. 2 3) User Administration/Support         Operate and maintain Windows 10 and 11 desktop platforms on departmental and BYOD devices. Respond to service requests, including provision of 2nd/3rd line IT support, in coordination with service desk and 1st line IT support staff of the Department, through the ITSM tool. Maintaining user accounts management automated procedures. Review or create documentation in relation to service provision, aimed at the following scopes: non-IT support staff, students, faculty, 1st line IT support and 2nd/3rd line IT support scopes. Explaining service levels and ensuring they are maintained. Explaining IT policies and ensuring they are enforced. Demonstrating software and systems use. Transferable skills training of graduate students and support staff etc. 4) Other      Participating in periodic IT team meetings as required. Occasional hardware maintenance and repairs via support contracts in place. Collaborate in support activities as required by the Department or the wider University IT community. Undertake such other duties as may be assigned in the light of the post-holder’s knowledge and experience. Take advantage of appropriate training opportunities as these arise, in order to keep up to date with relevant skills and developments. Selection criteria Essential 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. Hold a degree in Computer Science or in relevant field with relevant experience. Knowledge intellectual capacity, reasoning and analytical skills equivalent of a graduate. Proven hands-on experience with real-world deployments in a production Windows Serverenvironment 2012/16/19 and Windows 10/11 OS ideally in a large-network environment. Demonstrable knowledge of current technologies for supporting configuration management (e.g. Altiris GSS, MS InTune) and system monitoring (e.g. Zabbix). Proven record of delivering projects and initiatives, developing implementation plans, custom scripts and testing procedures to ensure operational reliability. Excellent communication skills; Ability to converse at very high technical level when dealing with other IT professionals but also be able to clearly answer user queries distilling the often complex answer into an understandable and concise form most appropriate to the individual’s technical competence; Ability to present ideas, plans and outcomes to a diverse audience. Demonstrable troubleshooting skills. As such, lead problem-solving efforts involving external suppliers and other support personnel and/or organisations. Good understanding of TCP/IP networks. Experience in writing and maintaining tools in a language such as PowerShell. Demonstrable experience with issues relating to system security, reliability and availability. Excellent organisational skills; Accuracy, and good attention to detail. Proven record of availability to users during core working hours; Ability to work as part of a team and work co-operatively with junior and senior colleagues. Demonstrable experience in organising a busy and varied workload requiring self-motivation and excellent time management skills, and the ability to work on own initiative. 3 Desirable 1. Demonstrable knowledge and/or recognised industry certifications in Microsoft systems administration (e.g. MCSA Windows Server, Azure Administrator Associate, Modern Desktop Administrator Associate), VMware (e.g. VCPx-DCV), and IT Service Management (e.g. ITIL Foundation). 2. Demonstrable knowledge of current technologies for supporting web application hosting and development; databases, particularly Microsoft SQL Server. 3. Experience of using and configuring virtual infrastructure and/or cloud computing. 4. Demonstrable ability to install and configure the hardware for servers, storage, and networking. 5. Familiarity with macOS and Linux environments. 6. Experience in IT service provision within a university environment. 7. Ability to address the interoperability challenges posed by a devolved IT structure and mixed platform environment. 8. The skills and experience to become an effective member of the department as quickly as possible. 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. 4 For more information, please visit www.ox.ac.uk/about/organisation. Department of Computer Science The Department of Computer Science is consistently recognised as the internationally leading centre of research and teaching across a broad spectrum of computer science, ranging from foundational discoveries to interdisciplinary work with significant real-world impact. We are proud of our history as one of the longest-established computer science departments in the country, as we continue to provide first-rate undergraduate and postgraduate teaching to some of the world’s brightest minds. We enjoy close links with other University departments and Oxford research groups and institutes. Our greatest asset is our people. We consistently attract the best staff and students and, thanks to them, we have been ranked as the world's leading university for computer sciences for seven years in a row by the Times Higher Education. Find out more information on our website http://www.cs.ox.ac.uk/ The Department of Computer Science holds a bronze Athena Swan award to recognise advancement of gender equality: representation, progression and success for all. Mathematical, Physical, and Life Sciences Division (MPLS) The Mathematical, Physical, and Life Sciences (MPLS) Division is one of the four academic divisions of the University. Oxford is widely recognised as one of the world's leading science universities and the MPLS Division is home to our non-medical sciences, with 9 academic departments that span the full spectrum of the mathematical, computational, physical, engineering and life sciences, and undertake both fundamental research and cutting-edge applied work. For more information about the MPLS division, please visit: www.mpls.ox.ac.uk 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 do not include any other documentation. Applications without either a CV or a supporting statement which directly addresses each of the essential criteria will not be considered. You must have the right to work in the UK before applying for this post. 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. 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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. 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. 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 We are a family-friendly employer with one of the most generous family leave schemes in the Higher Education sector (see https://hr.web.ox.ac.uk/family-leave). 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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented postdoctoral researcher to join the Oxford Machine to work on a research project in the area of robust, large-scale agent-based modelling. The post is tenable immediately, and will be available until the end of the grant (30 September 2026). The postholder will be supervised by the PI Prof Michael Wooldridge, along with co-Investigators Prof Ani Calinescu and Prof Doyne Farmer. The postholder will work in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Oxford, based in the Wolfson Building, Parks Road, Oxford. The project is intended to substantially advance the theory and practice of agent-based modelling. The project will involve some theory, programming, and systematic experimentation – the precise focus will depend on the expertise and interest of successful candidates. In more detail, the successful candidates will work on one or more of the areas of (1) modelling languages for agent-based models (with particular interest in probalistic programming), (2) populating agent-based models with realistic agent behaviours (e.g. using machine learning techniques), (3) calibrating large-scale agent-based models and (4) validation and verification of agent-based models (e.g. using techniques from game theoretic model checking/rational synthesis) Candidates will be expected to have a PhD in a related area and should indicate their special area(s) of interest from the four topics above in a cover letter. The primary selection criteria will be relevant research experience and publication track record. What We Offer As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including: • An excellent contributory pension scheme • 38 days annual leave (pro-rata for part-time roles) • A comprehensive range of childcare services • Family leave schemes • Cycle loan scheme • Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans • Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs Diversity Committed to equality and valuing diversity. Application Process You will be required to upload a supporting statement and an up-to-date CV as part of your online application. Your supporting statement must clearly demonstrate how you meet each of the essential selection criteria listed in the job description. Applications that do not include a supporting statement or CV, or fail to address the criteria in sufficient detail, will not be considered. While we recognise the value of AI tools in assisting with application preparation, submissions that are clearly AI-generated without personalisation or insight will be rejected. It's crucial that your application reflects your own experiences and understanding of the role. The closing date for applications is noon on 7th July 2025. Interviews are expected to be held in July.
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The Department of Computer Science seeks to employ 2 postdoctoral researchers to work on a new project in the area of LLMs/multi-agent systems, under the direction of PI Professor Michael Wooldridge. The posts are full-time, fixed term positions: Post One is available for 18 months; Post Two is available for 12 months. Both posts are tenable immediately, to conclude before May 31st 2027. The multi-agent systems paradigm within the area of AI has been widely researched since the early 1990s, but has come to prominence recently with the emergence of Large Language Models (LLMs). The possibility of using networks of LLM-based agents to solve complex problems has shown great potential, for example in DeepMind’s Co-Scientist System. Against this background, the goal of this project is to reframe the field of multi-agent systems in the context of contemporary LLMs. If we are successful, then we will have constructed a new “Standard Model” for multi-agent systems: one which embraces LLMs, and leverages them to their maximum advantage. More specifically, we will develop both a methodology for deploying LLMs in individual agents (an “LLM-based agent architecture”) and a methodology for building LLM-based multi-agent systems for a range of typical interaction scenarios (negotiation, evaluation, etc). Our work is expected to embrace emerging standards for LLM agents (notably MCP, A2A). Candidates will be expected to have a PhD (or be close to completion) in a related area and should indicate their special area(s) of interest from the four topics above in a cover letter. The primary selection criteria will be relevant research experience and publication track record. **What We Offer** As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including: • An excellent contributory pension scheme • 38 days annual leave (pro-rata for part-time roles) • A comprehensive range of childcare services • Family leave schemes • Cycle loan scheme • Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans • Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs **Diversity** Committed to equality and valuing diversity. **Application Process** You will be required to upload a supporting statement and an up-to-date CV as part of your online application. Your supporting statement must clearly demonstrate how you meet each of the essential selection criteria listed in the job description. Applications that do not include a supporting statement or CV, or fail to address the criteria in sufficient detail, will not be considered. While we recognise the value of AI tools in assisting with application preparation, submissions that are **clearly AI-generated without personalisation or insight** will be rejected. It's crucial that your application reflects your own experiences and understanding of the role. **The closing date for applications is noon on 4th July 2025.** Interviews are expected to be held in July.
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The Department of Computer Science seeks to employ 2 postdoctoral researchers to work on a new project in the area of LLMs/multi-agent systems, under the direction of PI Professor Michael Wooldridge. The posts are full-time, fixed term positions: Post One is available for 18 months; Post Two is available for 12 months. Both posts are tenable immediately, to conclude before May 31st 2027. The multi-agent systems paradigm within the area of AI has been widely researched since the early 1990s, but has come to prominence recently with the emergence of Large Language Models (LLMs). The possibility of using networks of LLM-based agents to solve complex problems has shown great potential, for example in DeepMind’s Co-Scientist System. Against this background, the goal of this project is to reframe the field of multi-agent systems in the context of contemporary LLMs. If we are successful, then we will have constructed a new “Standard Model” for multi-agent systems: one which embraces LLMs, and leverages them to their maximum advantage. More specifically, we will develop both a methodology for deploying LLMs in individual agents (an “LLM-based agent architecture”) and a methodology for building LLM-based multi-agent systems for a range of typical interaction scenarios (negotiation, evaluation, etc). Our work is expected to embrace emerging standards for LLM agents (notably MCP, A2A). Candidates will be expected to have a PhD (or be close to completion) in a related area and should indicate their special area(s) of interest from the four topics above in a cover letter. The primary selection criteria will be relevant research experience and publication track record. What We Offer As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including: • An excellent contributory pension scheme • 38 days annual leave (pro-rata for part-time roles) • A comprehensive range of childcare services • Family leave schemes • Cycle loan scheme • Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans • Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs Diversity Committed to equality and valuing diversity. Application Process You will be required to upload a supporting statement and an up-to-date CV as part of your online application. Your supporting statement must clearly demonstrate how you meet each of the essential selection criteria listed in the job description. Applications that do not include a supporting statement or CV, or fail to address the criteria in sufficient detail, will not be considered. While we recognise the value of AI tools in assisting with application preparation, submissions that are clearly AI-generated without personalisation or insight will be rejected. It's crucial that your application reflects your own experiences and understanding of the role. The closing date for applications is noon on 4th July 2025. Interviews are expected to be held in July.
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Grade 6: £34,982-£40,855 per annum pro rata for part-time (discretionary range up to £44,382) inclusive of Oxford University weighting
Grade 8: £48,235 – £51,059; with the potential to underfill at Grade 7, with salaries in the range of £38,674 - £46,913 p.a.
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Job description and selection criteria Job title Personal Assistant to the Head of Department and Head of Administration and Finance Division Mathematical, Physical, and Life Sciences Department Computer Science Location Wolfson Building, Parks Road, Oxford Grade and salary Grade 6: £34,982-£40,855 per annum pro rata for part-time (discretionary range up to £44,382) inclusive of Oxford University weighting Hours Full time 37.5 hours per week (part time 30 hours per week considered) on-site Contract type Permanent Reporting to Head of Administration and Finance Vacancy reference 180322 The role We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive executive support to the Head of Department and Head of Administration and Finance in one of the world’s leading Computer Science departments. This is a key role at the heart of the department’s strategic leadership, ensuring smooth operations, managing complex schedules, and supporting high-level governance and decision-making. You will be a trusted gatekeeper, problem solver, and representative, someone who thrives on precision, discretion, and delivering exceptional service in a fast-paced environment. The role also includes management of the Business Administration Apprentice and developing streamlined administrative systems to ensure the office of the HoD and HAF runs efficiently and professionally. Flexible working This is a fully on-site role, offered with either full-time hours (37.5 per week) or part-time hours (30 per week). To support continuity during peak periods, annual leave is normally expected to be taken outside of term time, with the exception of occasional days. This structure supports a positive work-life balance while ensuring strong support for the department’s core activities. Responsibilities  Managing the diaries of the Head of Department and Head of Administration and Finance, using initiative to make considered judgements when juggling the demands placed on the schedule  Managing the Business Administration Apprentice and devising and implementing office administrative systems and procedures, and providing cover during planned and unplanned absence  Identifying priority items of business and allocate tasks to staff accordingly  Replying to a range of issues on behalf of the Head of Department and Head of Administration and Finance  Researching and preparing reports or briefing papers  Coordinate committee work, including organising business, preparing agendas, writing minutes and ensuring business is dealt with in a timely manner. Identify actions and ensure decisions are effectively implemented  Providing administrative oversight on financial matters: for example, the management of travel, subsistence and other expenses and allowances, invoices for subscription  Organising efficiently the arrangements for meetings, events and conferences held at the University and other venues as appropriate, including the esteemed Strachey Lecture series.  Managing the process for visitors to and application for associate memberships of the department, including arranging visas and access where applicable, maintaining appropriate records and ensuring the departmental website is kept up to date.  Making complex travel arrangements for UK and international travel, including making arrangements for visas, insurance and undertaking risk assessments where necessary  Act as the first point of contact for staff, visitors and external enquiries. Dealing effectively with postal correspondence, telephone calls, emails and faxes, diverting such correspondence to other staff where appropriate.  Providing reception cover as required and covering related duties.  Assist in producing and maintaining a number of sources of information on the website and in publications.  Developing successful working relationships with academic and professional services colleagues across the department and in the wider University  Any other duties commensurate with the grade as requested by the Head of Department and Head of Administration and Finance. Selection criteria Essential  Experience of managing the office of a senior member of staff  Experience of diary management, including making complex travel arrangements  The ability to draft correspondence and to produce well-presented reports 2  Proficient in audio/touch typing  Excellent computer skills including: MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and the Internet  A high standard of numeracy; the ability to manage finances  Experience of working on confidential matters; tact and discretion  The ability to manage and prioritise a varied and busy workload and work to deadlines  Attention to detail and high level of accuracy 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. Department of Computer Science The Department of Computer Science is consistently recognised as the internationally leading centre of research and teaching across a broad spectrum of computer science, ranging from foundational discoveries to interdisciplinary work with significant real-world impact. We are proud of our history as one of the longest-established computer science departments in the country, as we continue to provide first-rate undergraduate and postgraduate teaching to some of the world’s brightest minds. We enjoy close links with other University departments and Oxford research groups and institutes. 3 Our greatest asset is our people. We consistently attract the best staff and students and, thanks to them, we have been ranked as the world's leading university for computer sciences for seven years in a row by the Times Higher Education. Find out more information on our website http://www.cs.ox.ac.uk/ The Department of Computer Science holds a bronze Athena Swan award to recognise advancement of gender equality: representation, progression and success for all. Mathematical, Physical, and Life Sciences Division (MPLS) The Mathematical, Physical, and Life Sciences (MPLS) Division is one of the four academic divisions of the University. Oxford is widely recognised as one of the world's leading science universities and the MPLS Division is home to our non-medical sciences, with 9 academic departments that span the full spectrum of the mathematical, computational, physical, engineering and life sciences, and undertake both fundamental research and cuttingedge applied work. For more information about the MPLS division, please visit: www.mpls.ox.ac.uk How to apply Applications are made through our online recruitment portal. 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We are excited to offer this Research Associate position at the University of Oxford, under the supervision of Professor Stefan Kiefer. The post holder will be a member of a project team of Automated Verification theme in the Department of Computer Science and a research group with responsibility for carrying out research on the robustness (continuity) of equivalences in probabilistic systems. This is part of an EPSRC-funded project on Algorithmic Comparison of Stochastic Systems. The post holder will work closely with the Principal Investigator, Stefan Kiefer, but also with other members of a team, including a PhD (DPhil) student and an external collaborator, Prof Franck van Breugel (York University, Toronto). It is essential that successful candidate would hold a relevant PhD/DPhil or being close to completion in the relevant field together with relevant experience. The role requires a minimum of 2 days per week on-site, with flexible arrangements possible based on work requirements, such as in-person meeting attendance, and project timelines. What We Offer As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including: • An excellent contributory pension scheme • 38 days annual leave (pro-rata for part-time jobs) • A comprehensive range of childcare services • Family leave schemes • Cycle loan scheme • Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans • Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs Diversity Committed to equality and valuing diversity. Application Process You will be required to upload a supporting statement and an up-to-date CV as part of your online application. Your supporting statement must clearly demonstrate how you meet each of the essential selection criteria listed in the job description. Applications that do not include a supporting statement or CV, or fail to address the criteria in sufficient detail, will not be considered. While we recognise the value of AI tools in assisting with application preparation, submissions that are clearly AI-generated without personalisation or insight will be rejected. It's crucial that your application reflects your own experiences and understanding of the role. The closing date for applications is noon on 30th June 2025. Interviews are expected to be held in July.
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented postdoctoral researcher to join the Oxford Machine to work on a research project in the area of robust, large-scale agent-based modelling. The post is tenable immediately, and will be available until the end of the grant (30 September 2026). The postholder will be supervised by the PI Prof Michael Wooldridge, along with co- Investigators Prof Ani Calinescu and Prof Doyne Farmer. The postholder will work in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Oxford, based in the Wolfson Building, Parks Road, Oxford. The project is intended to substantially advance the theory and practice of agent-based modelling. The project will involve some theory, programming, and systematic experimentation – the precise focus will depend on the expertise and interest of successful candidates. In more detail, the successful candidates will work on one or more of the areas of (1) modelling languages for agent-based models (with particular interest in probalistic programming), (2) populating agent-based models with realistic agent behaviours (e.g. using machine learning techniques), (3) calibrating large-scale agent-based models and (4) validation and verification of agent-based models (e.g. using techniques from game theoretic model checking/rational synthesis) Candidates will be expected to have a PhD in a related area and should indicate their special area(s) of interest from the four topics above in a cover letter. The primary selection criteria will be relevant research experience and publication track record. **What We Offer** As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including: • An excellent contributory pension scheme • 38 days annual leave (pro-rata for part-time roles) • A comprehensive range of childcare services • Family leave schemes • Cycle loan scheme • Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans • Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs **Diversity** Committed to equality and valuing diversity. **Application Process** You will be required to upload a supporting statement and an up-to-date CV as part of your online application. Your supporting statement must clearly demonstrate how you meet each of the essential selection criteria listed in the job description. Applications that do not include a supporting statement or CV, or fail to address the criteria in sufficient detail, will not be considered. While we recognise the value of AI tools in assisting with application preparation, submissions that are **clearly AI-generated without personalisation or insight** will be rejected. It's crucial that your application reflects your own experiences and understanding of the role. **The closing date for applications is noon on 7th July 2025.** Interviews are expected to be held in July.
**About the Role** We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive executive support to the Head of Department and Head of Administration and Finance in one of the world’s leading Computer Science departments. This is a key role at the heart of the department’s strategic leadership, ensuring smooth operations, managing complex schedules, and supporting high- level governance and decision-making. You will be a trusted gatekeeper, problem solver, and representative, someone who thrives on precision, discretion, and delivering exceptional service in a fast-paced environment. The role also includes management of the Business Administration Apprentice and developing streamlined administrative systems to ensure the office of the HoD and HAF runs efficiently and professionally. This is a fully on-site role, offered with either full-time hours (37.5 per week) or part-time hours (30 per week). **About You** You will be an experienced PA with a track record of supporting senior leaders (ideally C-suite or equivalent), managing busy diaries, juggling competing priorities, and responding to shifting demands with calm efficiency. You’ll combine outstanding organisational skills with excellent judgement, a proactive mindset, and a warm, confident presence. Your ability to handle confidential matters, make sound decisions on behalf of senior figures, and communicate clearly and professionally, both in person and in writing, will be critical to success in this role. Experience in a university or public sector environment is helpful but not essential, we are primarily seeking a PA with exceptional professional standards and proven experience managing the pressures and expectations of a high-level executive office. **About Us** The Department of Computer Science at Oxford is a global leader in both research and teaching. We are proud of our long history, world-class reputation, and the diverse community of people that make it all possible. We are consistently ranked among the top departments globally and are committed to supporting innovation, integrity, and impact in everything we do. **What We Offer** As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing, reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including: • Excellent contributory pension scheme • 38 days annual leave (including public holidays) • Family leave schemes • Cycle loan scheme and discounted public transport **Diversity** Committed to equality and valuing diversity. **Application Process** You will be required to upload a supporting statement and an up-to-date CV as part of your online application. Your supporting statement must clearly demonstrate how you meet each of the essential selection criteria listed in the job description. Applications that do not include a supporting statement or CV, or fail to address the criteria in sufficient detail, will not be considered. You must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. We are unable to sponsor visas for this post. While we recognise the value of AI tools in assisting with application preparation, submissions that are **clearly AI-generated without personalisation or insight** will be rejected. It's crucial that your application reflects your own experiences and understanding of the role. The closing date for applications is midday on Monday 7 July 2025 Interviews are planned for Thursday 17 July 2025 and will be face to face.
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About the Role We have an exciting new full-time opportunity for a Systems Administrator to join the department of Computer Science. Reporting to the Deputy IT Manager for Infrastructure, this role is pivotal to the smooth running of the IT operations. About You You will have a degree in Computer Science or in relevant field with relevant experience, a good understanding of TCP/IP networks, proven expertise in enterprise Windows systems administration (both on the client and endpoint sides) and demonstrable troubleshooting skills. You will also be familiar with the operation of Windows services on top of a virtual infrastructure and cloud IaaS, and with enterprise-grade storage and backup systems operation (ideally in a large-network environment), as well as a proven record of getting involved in delivery of projects and initiatives, and excellent communications and organisational skills. You will be expected to organise your own time appropriately to provide day-to-day support effectively, as well as longer-term progress projects to meet deadlines, and maintain agreed service levels. This is a hybrid role. Your working pattern will be agreed with the line manager. About Us The Department of Computer Science at Oxford is a global leader in both research and teaching. We are proud of our long history, world-class reputation, and the diverse community of people that make it all possible. We are consistently ranked among the top departments globally and are committed to supporting innovation, integrity, and impact in everything we do. What We Offer As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing, reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including: • Excellent contributory pension scheme • 38 days annual leave (including public holidays) • Family leave schemes • Cycle loan scheme and discounted public transport Diversity Committed to equality and valuing diversity. Application Process You will be required to upload a supporting statement and an up-to-date CV as part of your online application. Your supporting statement must clearly demonstrate how you meet each of the essential selection criteria listed in the job description. Applications that do not include a supporting statement or CV, or fail to address the criteria in sufficient detail, will not be considered. While we recognise the value of AI tools in assisting with application preparation, submissions that are clearly AI-generated without personalisation or insight will be rejected. It's crucial that your application reflects your own experiences and understanding of the role. The closing date for applications is midday on Tuesday 1st July 2025. Interviews are expected to be held in July.
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About the Role We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive executive support to the Head of Department and Head of Administration and Finance in one of the world’s leading Computer Science departments. This is a key role at the heart of the department’s strategic leadership, ensuring smooth operations, managing complex schedules, and supporting high-level governance and decision-making. You will be a trusted gatekeeper, problem solver, and representative, someone who thrives on precision, discretion, and delivering exceptional service in a fast-paced environment. The role also includes management of the Business Administration Apprentice and developing streamlined administrative systems to ensure the office of the HoD and HAF runs efficiently and professionally. This is a fully on-site role, offered with either full-time hours (37.5 per week) or part-time hours (30 per week). About You You will be an experienced PA with a track record of supporting senior leaders (ideally C-suite or equivalent), managing busy diaries, juggling competing priorities, and responding to shifting demands with calm efficiency. You’ll combine outstanding organisational skills with excellent judgement, a proactive mindset, and a warm, confident presence. Your ability to handle confidential matters, make sound decisions on behalf of senior figures, and communicate clearly and professionally, both in person and in writing, will be critical to success in this role. Experience in a university or public sector environment is helpful but not essential, we are primarily seeking a PA with exceptional professional standards and proven experience managing the pressures and expectations of a high-level executive office. About Us The Department of Computer Science at Oxford is a global leader in both research and teaching. We are proud of our long history, world-class reputation, and the diverse community of people that make it all possible. We are consistently ranked among the top departments globally and are committed to supporting innovation, integrity, and impact in everything we do. What We Offer As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing, reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including: • Excellent contributory pension scheme • 38 days annual leave (including public holidays) • Family leave schemes • Cycle loan scheme and discounted public transport Diversity Committed to equality and valuing diversity. Application Process You will be required to upload a supporting statement and an up-to-date CV as part of your online application. Your supporting statement must clearly demonstrate how you meet each of the essential selection criteria listed in the job description. Applications that do not include a supporting statement or CV, or fail to address the criteria in sufficient detail, will not be considered. You must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. We are unable to sponsor visas for this post. While we recognise the value of AI tools in assisting with application preparation, submissions that are clearly AI-generated without personalisation or insight will be rejected. It's crucial that your application reflects your own experiences and understanding of the role. The closing date for applications is midday on Monday 7 July 2025 Interviews are planned for Thursday 17 July 2025 and will be face to face.
_________________________________________________________________________ University of Oxford Department of Computer Science Job description and selection criteria Job title Research Associate on Algorithmic Comparison of Stochastic Systems Division Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences (MPLS) Department Computer Science Location Wolfson Building, Parks Road, Oxford. Grade and salary Grade 7: £38,674 - £40,855 per annum Hours Full time (part time can be considered) Contract type Fixed term for 2 years Reporting to Stefan Kiefer Vacancy Reference 179924 Additional information Whilst the two roles are Grade 7 positions, we would be willing to consider candidates with potential but less experience who are seeking a development opportunity, for which an initial appointment would be at Grade 6 with the responsibilities adjusted accordingly. This would be discussed with applicants at interview/appointment where appropriate. Research topic Probabilistic systems, Markov Chains, Computer-Aided Verification, Computational Complexity Principal Investigator / Stefan Kiefer supervisor Project team The post holder will be a member of the Automated Verification theme in the Department of Computer Science. Funding partner The funds supporting this research project are provided by the EPSRC. Overview of the role Reporting to Prof Stefan Kiefer, the post holder is a member of a research group with responsibility for carrying out research on the robustness (continuity) of equivalences in probabilistic systems. This is part of an EPSRC-funded project on Algorithmic Comparison of Stochastic Systems. The post holder works closely with the Principal Investigator, Stefan Kiefer, but also with other members of a team, including a PhD (DPhil) student and an external collaborator, Prof Franck van Breugel (York University, Toronto). Flexible working This role is offered full-time, part-time can be considered. The role requires a minimum of 2 days per week on-site, with flexible arrangements possible based on work requirements, such as in-person meeting attendance, and project timelines. Responsibilities/duties  Manage own academic research and administrative activities. This involves small scale project management, to co-ordinate multiple aspects of work to meet deadlines  Adapt existing and develop new research methodologies and materials  Contribute ideas for new research projects  Collaborate in the preparation of research publications, and book chapters  Present papers at conferences or public meetings  Act as a source of information and advice to other members of the group on methodologies or procedures  Represent the research group at external meetings/seminars, either with other members of the group or alone  Carry out collaborative projects with colleagues in partner institutions, and research groups Selection criteria Essential  Hold a relevant PhD/DPhil in the relevant field, together with relevant experience  Possess sufficient specialist knowledge in the discipline to work within established research programmes. Relevant expertise includes Computer-Aided Verification, Probabilistic Systems, and (Track-B) Computer Science Theory  Good track record in relevant publication venues (for example, LICS, ICALP, CAV, TACAS, FoSSaCS, Concur)  Ability to manage own academic research and associated activities 2 Desirable  Experience of independently managing a discrete area of a research project  Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write for publication, present research proposals and results, and represent the research group at meetings *Evidence required: EITHER a copy of your PhD/ DPhil award certificate; OR an academic reference confirming the qualification has been awarded; OR an academic ref confirming that you’ve submitted your thesis, if you have not yet completed 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. 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. Department of Computer Science The Department of Computer Science is consistently recognised as the internationally leading centre of research and teaching across a broad spectrum of computer science. We are proud of our history 3 as one of the longest-established computer science departments in the country, as we continue to provide first-rate undergraduate and postgraduate teaching to some of the world’s brightest minds. Our world-class research is conducted across our research themes, which span the broad spectrum of computer science, ranging from foundational discoveries to interdisciplinary work with significant real-world impact. A significant majority of our staff are active in externally sponsored research, with both government and industrial funding. Our 2021 Research Excellence Framework submission saw 81% of our research activity ranked as world-leading (4*), with the rest ranked as internationally excellent (3*). We have had 19 ERC Fellowships in the last decade (including 7 Advanced) and we have 6 Fellows of the Royal Society, 4 Turing/Turing AI Fellows, a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering and a Fellow of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. We enjoy close links with other Oxford University departments (Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, Statistics and Life sciences) and work collaboratively with Oxford research groups and institutes (including the Oxford Internet Institute and the Oxford e-Research Centre). At present, the department has 71 faculty members and 98 researchers housed across multiple sites within the University’s South Parks Road Science Area and the neighbouring area. Through a programme of continuous improvement, the department is committed to promoting and nurturing a diverse, inclusive and equal culture, with a particular focus on growth in gender equality (from our students to our staff). The department holds over £75m of external funding of which £58m is research. Research in the department is currently managed in ten themes:  Algorithms and Complexity Theory, led by Professor Leslie Ann Goldberg, focusses on determining the inherent difficulty of computational problems, classifying problems according to this inherent difficulty, and designing and analysing algorithms that use computational resources as efficiently as possible.  Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, led by Professor Michael Wooldridge, focuses on theoretical foundations of AI, multiagent systems, deep learning, reinforcement learning, and computational linguistics.  Automated Verification, led by Professor Marta Kwiatkowska, investigates theory and practice of formal verification and correct-by-construction synthesis for software and hardware systems.  Computational Biology and Health Informatics, led by Professor Blanca Rodriquez, is concerned with computational approaches for biomedical research and healthcare innovation.  Data Knowledge and Action, led by Professor Ian Horrocks, includes databases, knowledge representation and reasoning.  Human Centred Computing, led by Professor Nigel Shadbolt, includes human computer interaction, social computing, and the worldwide web.  Programming Languages, led by Professor Nobuko Yoshida, includes functional programming, program analysis, and programming language foundations.  Quantum, led by Professor Jonathan Barrett, focusses on quantum computing including quantum software, causality in quantum theory, quantum cryptography and foundations of quantum computing.  Security, led by Professor Ivan Martinovic, specialises in cybersecurity, protocol analysis, systems security, trusted computing, and networking.  Systems, led by Professor Niki Trigoni, focusses especially on cyber physical systems. We plan to substantially broaden our research in systems to complement our existing research areas. 4 Our greatest asset is our people. We consistently attract the best staff and students, and thanks to them, we have been ranked as the world's leading university for Computer Sciences for seven years in a row by the Times Higher Education. We have held an Athena Swan Bronze Award since 2014, reflecting our longstanding commitment to promoting and supporting gender equality. Find out more information on our website https://www.cs.ox.ac.uk/ The Mathematical, Physical, and Life Sciences Division (MPLS) The Mathematical, Physical, and Life Sciences (MPLS) Division is one of the four academic divisions of the University. Oxford is widely recognised as one of the world's leading science universities and the MPLS Division is home to our non-medical sciences, with 9 academic departments that span the full spectrum of the mathematical, computational, physical, engineering and life sciences, and undertake both fundamental research and cutting-edge applied work. For more information about the MPLS division, please visit: www.mpls.ox.ac.uk 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. 5 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 https://staff.web.ox.ac.uk/recruitment-support-faqs advice is available at: Non-technical questions about this job should be addressed to the recruiting department directly at: hr@cs.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. 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. 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. 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_________________________________________________________________________ University of Oxford Department of Computer Science Job description and selection criteria Job title Research Associate on Rethinking Multi-agent Systems in the Era of LLMs Division Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences (MPLS) Department Computer Science Location Wolfson Building, Parks Road, Oxford. Grade and salary Grade 7: £38,674 - £46,913 p.a. with the potential to underfill at Grade 6 with salaries in the range of £34,982 - £40,855 p.a. Hours Full time Contract type Fixed-term contracts. Post one for 18 months, tenable immediately until May 31, 2027; Post two for 12 months, tenable immediately, until May 31, 2027. Reporting to Professor Michael Wooldridge Vacancy Reference 180134 Additional information Candidates will be considered with strong potential and commitment who are seeking an opportunity for early research experience, for which an initial appointment would be at Grade 6 £34,932 - £40,855 p.a. with the responsibilities adjusted accordingly. This would be discussed with applicants at interview/appointment where appropriate. Research topic Rethinking Multi-agent Systems in the Era of LLMs Principal Investigator / Michael Wooldridge supervisor Funding partner Schmidt Sciences Foundation Overview of the role The multi-agent systems paradigm within the area of AI has been widely researched since the early 1990s, but has come to prominence recently with the emergence of Large Language Models (LLMs). The possibility of using networks of LLM-based agents to solve complex problems has shown great potential, for example in DeepMind’s Co-Scientist System. Against this background, the overarching goal of this project is to reframe the field of multi-agent systems in the context of contemporary LLMs. If we are successful, then we will have constructed a new “Standard Model” for multi-agent systems: one which embraces LLMs, and leverages them to their maximum advantage. More specifically, we will develop both a methodology for deploying LLMs in individual agents (an “LLMbased agent architecture”) and a methodology for building LLM-based multi-agent systems for a range of typical interaction scenarios (negotiation, evaluation, etc). Our work is expected to embrace emerging standards for LLM agents (notably MCP, A2A). Flexible working Successful candidates will work onsite in the Department of Computer Science buildings in central Oxford. Responsibilities The post holder will be expected to:  Develop research questions and conduct original research in line with the goals of the project.  Prepare articles presenting research results for publication at leading international conferences and journals.  Present research results and represent the research group at international conferences, workshops and other scientific meetings.  Carry out collaborative projects with colleagues in Oxford or at other institutions.  Travel to research collaborators.  Assist in the supervision of students working on related projects.  Carry out any other duties as are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job as requested by the Principal Investigator. Selection criteria Essential  Hold a PhD (or be close to completion) in Artificial Intelligence or a related discipline.  Publication record in Artificial Intelligence  Ability to independently acquire and apply new knowledge in new contexts  Ability to contribute ideas for new research projects  Excellent written and verbal communication skills 2 Desirable  Expertise in multi-agent systems and/or LLMs  Experience of working in collaborative environments  Experience of (co-)supervising students *Evidence required: EITHER a copy of your PhD/ DPhil award certificate; OR an academic reference confirming the qualification has been awarded; OR an academic ref confirming that you’ve submitted your thesis, if you have not yet completed 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. 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. Department of Computer Science The Department of Computer Science is consistently recognised as the internationally leading centre of research and teaching across a broad spectrum of computer science. We are proud of our history as one of the longest-established computer science departments in the country, as we continue to provide first-rate undergraduate and postgraduate teaching to some of the world’s brightest minds. 3 Our world-class research is conducted across our research themes, which span the broad spectrum of computer science, ranging from foundational discoveries to interdisciplinary work with significant real-world impact. A significant majority of our staff are active in externally sponsored research, with both government and industrial funding. Our 2021 Research Excellence Framework submission saw 81% of our research activity ranked as world-leading (4*), with the rest ranked as internationally excellent (3*). We have had 19 ERC Fellowships in the last decade (including 7 Advanced) and we have 6 Fellows of the Royal Society, 4 Turing/Turing AI Fellows, a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering and a Fellow of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. We enjoy close links with other Oxford University departments (Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, Statistics and Life sciences) and work collaboratively with Oxford research groups and institutes (including the Oxford Internet Institute and the Oxford e-Research Centre). At present, the department has 71 faculty members and 98 researchers housed across multiple sites within the University’s South Parks Road Science Area and the neighbouring area. Through a programme of continuous improvement, the department is committed to promoting and nurturing a diverse, inclusive and equal culture, with a particular focus on growth in gender equality (from our students to our staff). The department holds over £75m of external funding of which £58m is research. Research in the department is currently managed in ten themes:  Algorithms & Complexity Theory, led by Professor Leslie Ann Goldberg, focusses on determining the inherent difficulty of computational problems, classifying problems according to this inherent difficulty, and designing and analysing algorithms that use computational resources as efficiently as possible;  Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, led by Professor Michael Wooldridge, focuses on theoretical foundations of AI, multiagent systems, deep learning, reinforcement learning ,and computational linguistics;  Automated Verification, led by Professor Marta Kwiatkowska, investigates theory and practice of formal verification and correct-by-construction synthesis for software and hardware systems;  Computational Biology & Health Informatics, led by Professor Blanca Rodriquez , is concerned with computational approaches for biomedical research and healthcare innovation;  Human-Centred Computing, led by Professor Nigel Shadbolt, includes human-computer interaction, social computing, and the worldwide web;  Data and Knowledge & Action, led by Professor Ian Horrocks, includes databases, knowledge representation and reasoning;  Programming Languages, led by Professor Nobuko Yoshida, includes functional programming, program analysis, and programming language foundations;  Quantum, led by Professor Jonathan Barrett, focusses on quantum computing including quantum software, causality in quantum theory, quantum cryptography and foundations of quantum computing;  Security, led by Professor Ivan Martinovic, specialises in cybersecurity, protocol analysis, systems security, trusted computing, and networking.  Systems, led by Professor Niki Trigoni, focusses especially on cyber physical systems. We plan to substantially broaden our research in systems to complement our existing research areas. Our greatest asset is our people. We consistently attract the best staff and students, and thanks to them, we have been ranked as the world's leading university for Computer Sciences for seven years 4 in a row by the Times Higher Education. We have held an Athena Swan Bronze Award since 2014, reflecting our longstanding commitment to promoting and supporting gender equality. Find out more information on our website https://www.cs.ox.ac.uk/ The Mathematical, Physical, and Life Sciences Division (MPLS) The Mathematical, Physical, and Life Sciences (MPLS) Division is one of the four academic divisions of the University. Oxford is widely recognised as one of the world's leading science universities and the MPLS Division is home to our non-medical sciences, with 9 academic departments that span the full spectrum of the mathematical, computational, physical, engineering and life sciences, and undertake both fundamental research and cutting-edge applied work. For more information about the MPLS division, please visit: www.mpls.ox.ac.uk 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 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. 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We are excited to offer this Research Associate position at the University of Oxford, under the supervision of Professor Stefan Kiefer. The post holder will be a member of a project team of _Automated Verification_ theme in the Department of Computer Science and a research group with responsibility for carrying out research on the robustness (continuity) of equivalences in probabilistic systems. This is part of an EPSRC-funded project on _Algorithmic Comparison of Stochastic Systems_. The post holder will work closely with the Principal Investigator, Stefan Kiefer, but also with other members of a team, including a PhD (DPhil) student and an external collaborator, Prof Franck van Breugel (York University, Toronto). It is essential that successful candidate would hold a relevant PhD/DPhil or being close to completion in the relevant field together with relevant experience. The role requires a minimum of 2 days per week on-site, with flexible arrangements possible based on work requirements, such as in-person meeting attendance, and project timelines. **What We Offer** As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including: • An excellent contributory pension scheme • 38 days annual leave (pro-rata for part-time jobs) • A comprehensive range of childcare services • Family leave schemes • Cycle loan scheme • Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans • Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs **Diversity** Committed to equality and valuing diversity. **Application Process** You will be required to upload a supporting statement and an up-to-date CV as part of your online application. Your supporting statement must clearly demonstrate how you meet each of the essential selection criteria listed in the job description. Applications that do not include a supporting statement or CV, or fail to address the criteria in sufficient detail, will not be considered. While we recognise the value of AI tools in assisting with application preparation, submissions that are **clearly AI-generated without personalisation or insight** will be rejected. It's crucial that your application reflects your own experiences and understanding of the role. **The closing date for applications is noon on 30th June 2025.** Interviews are expected to be held in July.
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**About the Role** We have an exciting new full-time opportunity for a Systems Administrator to join the department of Computer Science. Reporting to the Deputy IT Manager for Infrastructure, this role is pivotal to the smooth running of the IT operations. **About You** You will have a degree in Computer Science or in relevant field with relevant experience, a good understanding of TCP/IP networks, proven expertise in enterprise Windows systems administration (both on the client and endpoint sides) and demonstrable troubleshooting skills. You will also be familiar with the operation of Windows services on top of a virtual infrastructure and cloud IaaS, and with enterprise-grade storage and backup systems operation (ideally in a large-network environment), as well as a proven record of getting involved in delivery of projects and initiatives, and excellent communications and organisational skills. You will be expected to organise your own time appropriately to provide day- to-day support effectively, as well as longer-term progress projects to meet deadlines, and maintain agreed service levels. This is a hybrid role. Your working pattern will be agreed with the line manager. **About Us** The Department of Computer Science at Oxford is a global leader in both research and teaching. We are proud of our long history, world-class reputation, and the diverse community of people that make it all possible. We are consistently ranked among the top departments globally and are committed to supporting innovation, integrity, and impact in everything we do. **What We Offer** As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing, reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including: • Excellent contributory pension scheme • 38 days annual leave (including public holidays) • Family leave schemes • Cycle loan scheme and discounted public transport **Diversity** Committed to equality and valuing diversity. **Application Process** You will be required to upload a supporting statement and an up-to-date CV as part of your online application. Your supporting statement must clearly demonstrate how you meet each of the essential selection criteria listed in the job description. Applications that do not include a supporting statement or CV, or fail to address the criteria in sufficient detail, will not be considered. While we recognise the value of AI tools in assisting with application preparation, submissions that are **clearly AI-generated without personalisation or insight** will be rejected. It's crucial that your application reflects your own experiences and understanding of the role. The closing date for applications is midday on Tuesday 1st July 2025. Interviews are expected to be held in July.
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_________________________________________________________________________ University of Oxford Department of Computer Science Job description and selection criteria Job title Senior Research Associate in Robust, Large-Scale Agent-Based Modelling Division Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences (MPLS) Department Computer Science Location Wolfson Building, Parks Road, Oxford. Grade and salary Grade 8: £48,235 – £51,059; with the potential to underfill at Grade 7, with salaries in the range of £38,674 - £46,913 p.a. Hours Full time (part time can be considered) Contract type Fixed-term contract until 30 September 2026 Reporting to Professor Michael Wooldridge Vacancy Reference 180364 Additional information Whilst the role is a Grade 8 position, we would be willing to consider candidates with potential but less experience who are seeking a development opportunity, for which an initial appointment would be at Grade 7 (Grade 7: £38,674 - £46,913 p.a.) with the responsibilities adjusted accordingly. This would be discussed with applicants at interview/appointment where appropriate. Research topic Robust, Large-Scale Agent-Based Modelling Principal Investigator / Professor Michael Wooldridge supervisor Funding partner UKRI Overview of the role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented postdoctoral researcher to join the Oxford Machine to work on a research project in the area of robust, large-scale agent-based modelling. The post is tenable immediately, and will be available until the end of the grant (30 September 2026). The postholder will be supervised by the PI Prof Michael Wooldridge, along with co-Investigators Prof Ani Calinescu and Prof Doyne Farmer. The postholder will work in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Oxford, based in the Wolfson Building, Parks Road, Oxford. The project is intended to substantially advance the theory and practice of agent-based modelling. The project will involve some theory, programming, and systematic experimentation – the precise focus will depend on the expertise and interest of successful candidates. In more detail, the successful candidates will work on one or more of the following four areas: - modelling languages for agent-based models (with particular interest in probalistic programming) - populating agent-based models with realistic agent behaviours (e.g. using machine learning techniques) - calibrating large-scale agent-based models - validation and verification of agent-based models (e.g. using techniques from game theoretic model checking/rational synthesis) Candidates will be expected to have a PhD in a related area and should indicate their special area(s) of interest from the four topics above in a cover letter. The primary selection criteria will be relevant research experience and publication track record. Flexible working The role will be hybrid. Working pattern will be agreed with the line manager. Responsibilities The post holder will be expected to: Responsibilities/duties    The postholder will be responsible, under the general supervision of the supervisor, for undertaking the programme of work described in the grant application. The postholder will be expected to work with other members of staff and research assistants or students as agreed with the supervisor. Regular meetings will be held with the supervisor and other investigators, and with other collaborators on the project. 2   Regular reports and research publications will be required to be produced, and the presentation of this work is likely to involve occasional travel to conferences and workshops. The programme of work is required to be completed within the specified grant period. Other Duties  Attend courses and conferences when required.  Take part in career development activities as appropriate.  Assist in a small way with teaching or other duties in the department, as appropriate, and as permitted by the conditions of the Grant.  Obey all University safety and security rules.  Comply with university and Departmental policies. Selection criteria Essential  Hold a PhD/DPhil in agent-based modelling/multi-agent systems or a closely related topic, ideally in one of the four focus areas for the project: modelling, populating, calibrating, validating.  Research publications on agent-based modelling/multi-agent systems or closely related topics.  Expertise in at least one of: Safety, Security, Probabilistic ML, Reinforcement Learning, Causality  Having Strong programming skills.  Ability to work as part of a team.  Ability to communicate technical research results in presentations and similar. Desirable  Experience of organising scientific events such as workshops, conferences, summer schools  Experience of postgraduate supervision experience  Experience with working with industrial partners and managing industrial partner relationships 3 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. 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. Department of Computer Science The Department of Computer Science is consistently recognised as the internationally leading centre of research and teaching across a broad spectrum of computer science. We are proud of our history as one of the longest-established computer science departments in the country, as we continue to provide first-rate undergraduate and postgraduate teaching to some of the world’s brightest minds. Our world-class research is conducted across our research themes, which span the broad spectrum of computer science, ranging from foundational discoveries to interdisciplinary work with significant real-world impact. A significant majority of our staff are active in externally sponsored research, with both government and industrial funding. Our 2021 Research Excellence Framework submission saw 81% of our research activity ranked as world-leading (4*), with the rest ranked as internationally excellent (3*). We have had 19 ERC Fellowships in the last decade (including 7 Advanced) and we have 6 Fellows of the Royal Society, 4 Turing/Turing AI Fellows, a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering and a Fellow of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. We enjoy close links with other Oxford University departments (Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, Statistics and Life sciences) and work collaboratively with Oxford research groups and institutes (including the Oxford Internet Institute and the Oxford e-Research Centre). At present, the department has 71 faculty members and 98 researchers housed across multiple sites within the 4 University’s South Parks Road Science Area and the neighbouring area. Through a programme of continuous improvement, the department is committed to promoting and nurturing a diverse, inclusive and equal culture, with a particular focus on growth in gender equality (from our students to our staff). The department holds over £75m of external funding of which £58m is research. Research in the department is currently managed in ten themes:  Algorithms & Complexity Theory, led by Professor Leslie Ann Goldberg, focusses on determining the inherent difficulty of computational problems, classifying problems according to this inherent difficulty, and designing and analysing algorithms that use computational resources as efficiently as possible;  Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, led by Professor Michael Wooldridge, focuses on theoretical foundations of AI, multiagent systems, deep learning, reinforcement learning ,and computational linguistics;  Automated Verification, led by Professor Marta Kwiatkowska, investigates theory and practice of formal verification and correct-by-construction synthesis for software and hardware systems;  Computational Biology & Health Informatics, led by Professor Blanca Rodriquez , is concerned with computational approaches for biomedical research and healthcare innovation;  Human-Centred Computing, led by Professor Nigel Shadbolt, includes human-computer interaction, social computing, and the worldwide web;  Data and Knowledge & Action, led by Professor Ian Horrocks, includes databases, knowledge representation and reasoning;  Programming Languages, led by Professor Nobuko Yoshida, includes functional programming, program analysis, and programming language foundations;  Quantum, led by Professor Jonathan Barrett, focusses on quantum computing including quantum software, causality in quantum theory, quantum cryptography and foundations of quantum computing;  Security, led by Professor Ivan Martinovic, specialises in cybersecurity, protocol analysis, systems security, trusted computing, and networking.  Systems, led by Professor Niki Trigoni, focusses especially on cyber physical systems. We plan to substantially broaden our research in systems to complement our existing research areas. Our greatest asset is our people. We consistently attract the best staff and students, and thanks to them, we have been ranked as the world's leading university for Computer Sciences for seven years in a row by the Times Higher Education. We have held an Athena Swan Bronze Award since 2014, reflecting our longstanding commitment to promoting and supporting gender equality. Find out more information on our website https://www.cs.ox.ac.uk/ The Mathematical, Physical, and Life Sciences Division (MPLS) The Mathematical, Physical, and Life Sciences (MPLS) Division is one of the four academic divisions of the University. Oxford is widely recognised as one of the world's leading science universities and the MPLS Division is home to our non-medical sciences, with 9 academic departments that span the full spectrum of the mathematical, computational, physical, engineering and life sciences, and undertake both fundamental research and cutting-edge applied work. For more information about the MPLS division, please visit: www.mpls.ox.ac.uk 5 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 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 should 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 (hr@cs.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. 6 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. 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. 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/. 7 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 We are a family-friendly employer with one of the most generous family leave schemes in the Higher Education sector (see https://hr.web.ox.ac.uk/family-leave). 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 https://childcare.admin.ox.ac.uk/. 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/supportresearchers/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/support-researchers/connecting-other-researchers/oxfordresearch-staff-society 8
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