At a Glance
- Tasks: Support research engagement through communications, events, and publicity for the Faculty of History.
- Company: Join the prestigious University of Oxford in a dynamic team environment.
- Benefits: Enjoy 38 days' leave, flexible working, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Hybrid role with excellent career growth and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make an impact in the humanities while developing your skills in a vibrant setting.
- Qualifications: Experience in communications and events, with social media savvy and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 32108 - 33810 £ per year.
The Faculty of History is seeking a Research Engagement Officer to join its Communications and Alumni Relations team. The Research Engagement Officer is a new role providing support for all types of engagement with the Faculty’s research including impact, the research environment, and assisting research centres with publicity and events. The role will work as part of a small team and provide comprehensive, proactive, in-person communications and events support, planning and organising work to enable a range of communications and public engagement activities for the research endeavours of the Faculty of History.
Based in the Stephen A. Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities, this role can be taken as a hybrid role, with a minimum of 60% in-person working within the Faculty offices. Some limited evening and weekend work will be required.
We're looking for someone who has proven experience working in a communications and events related role, preferably with experience in a higher education or heritage setting. You will have proven experience in planning and coordinating a variety of events, including evaluation of outcomes in relation to research impact with excellent attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality delivery. As well as experience producing content for social media platforms (particularly Instagram, Facebook and Bluesky) with an understanding of analytic data analysis (including Google Analytics), and good communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to adapt style and tone to suit a range of audiences (including academic researchers, funding bodies and the general public).
An understanding of the humanities research environment, experience in a higher education environment, or a qualification in Digital Marketing would be desirable.
As part of the University of Oxford, you'll enjoy an excellent range of benefits, including:
- 38 days' annual leave (including public holidays), pro rata.
- Family-friendly policies and flexible working options.
- Extensive training and professional development opportunities.
- Staff discounts, travel schemes and access to University museums and gardens.
- Free membership of the University Club and discounted sports facilities.
- The opportunity to work in the award-winning Stephen A. Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities alongside colleagues from across the Humanities Division.
The University of Oxford is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
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As a leading research institution, we offer an exceptional environment for postdoctoral researchers to thrive, particularly in the vibrant city of Liverpool. Our commitment to collaboration across prestigious universities fosters a dynamic work culture that prioritises innovation and inclusivity, while our hybrid working model supports a healthy work-life balance. With ample opportunities for professional growth and a focus on diversity, we are dedicated to creating a meaningful and rewarding experience for all employees.
