Research Degrees Officer

Location: The Stephen A Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities in the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Oxford OX2 6AH

About the role 

We are delighted to announce the recruitment for a full-time, permanent, Research Degrees Officer within our Academic Administration team at the University of Oxford’s Faculty of History, based in the Stephen A. Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities in the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Oxford OX2 6AH. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking team where your ideas and contributions will truly matter. 

The role

The Research Degrees Officer is responsible for the management of the Faculty’s 350 postgraduate (PGR) students as they progress through their research degree programmes. The role provides expert advice and administration on matters related to PGR students including support to the Academic Administration Manager, Education Manager and Director of Graduate Studies. 

About you

You will be educated to A-level standard or equivalent with experience in administration, preferably in higher education or a similar field, and have a flexible approach to work, with a friendly ‘can do’ attitude and a dedication to providing excellent customer service to all. Demonstrable ability to work under pressure, meeting strict deadlines and maintaining excellent attention to detail; excellent communication skills, including an aptitude for clear written communication and experience in dealing with a range of audiences face-to-face, by telephone, via social media and in writing; and experience of handling confidential information and managing difficult situations with tact and discretion Is essential. Experience of administering to Research Degree Students would be desirable.

Application process 

Queries about the post should be addressed to Vicky Anderton, Education Manager (vicky.anderton@history.ox.ac.uk). All practical and procedural queries should be sent to our recruitments team: recruitments@history.ox.ac.uk. All enquiries will be treated in strict confidence; they will not form part of the selection decision.

As part of the online application process, you should provide a supporting statement setting out how you meet the selection criteria, a curriculum vitae and the names and contact details of two referees.

Only applications submitted online and received before noon Friday 21^st November 2025 will be considered.

The interviews will take place at the Faculty of History in December.

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. You may also receive updates on the status of your application via the same means.

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