Personal Assistant

Applications are invited for a Personal Assistant to work in the IRIHS (Interdisciplinary Research in Health Sciences) team within the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences. 

We are seeking a highly organised PA to support our senior researchers with their research projects as well as supporting group activities within the IRIHS team. The role involves a diverse range of responsibilities including diary management, meeting coordination, financial administration, communication and event support, and liaison with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. The postholder will also provide occasional PA cover and ad hoc support as needed.

You will have proven experience supporting a senior member of staff with excellent diary management skills and experience in arranging complex meetings and travel itineraries. A meticulous eye for detail and a high level of accuracy are essential, along with outstanding written and oral communication skills. Familiarity with financial systems such as Oracle Financials would be an advantage.

During your office days, you will be based in the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, Radcliffe Primary Care Building, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG.  You will be able to agree a pattern of regular remote working with your line manager.

The position is fixed term for 12-months in the first instance.

For further information or discuss the post please contact Charlotte Thompson-Grant (charlotte.thompson-grant@phc.ox.ac.uk).

“Committed to equality and valuing diversity”.

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online and you will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description. Click  here for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement. Please do not attach any manuscripts, papers, transcripts, mark sheets or certificates as these will not be considered as part of your application. 

The closing date for applications is 12:00 noon on Friday 11 July 2025.

Interviews are expected to be held on Wednesday 30 July 2025.

Please note: This role will not attract sufficient points to obtain a sponsored skilled worker visa under the points based immigration system, however applications are welcome from candidates who don’t currently have the right to work in the UK, but who would be eligible to obtain a visa via another route.

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