Associate Professorship of Anthropology and Development

Queen Elizabeth House, 3 Mansfield Road, Oxford OX1 3TB

Oxford Department of International Development in association with Linacre College

Start date: 1st September 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.

The Oxford Department of International Development (ODID) and Linacre College seek applications for an Associate Professor of Anthropology and Development. The appointment is for a permanent and full-time post, subject to successful completion of the initial period of office.

The successful candidate should have a doctorate in social anthropology or a cognate discipline clearly grounded in the discipline of anthropology, with a bearing on development studies. They will also have an outstanding research and publication record, commensurate with stage of academic career. University teaching experience in anthropology and in areas related to development at the postgraduate level, including thesis supervision; and proven ability to present research findings effectively to fellow academics, policy-makers, practitioners and other informed members of the public are essential for this role. A strong preference will be given to expertise in the regions of Latin America and/or the Middle East.

The appointee will be required to engage in research and to contribute to the Department's and University's reputation for research excellence by publishing research findings in books, book chapters and articles in prestigious, peer-reviewed journals, as appropriate. They will also be expected to develop courses, provide teaching and supervision to graduate students on taught courses, and to cooperate in curriculum development, in particular in the MPhil in Development Studies.

In addition to the duties associated with the University side of the post, the successful candidate will become a member of the Governing Body of Linacre College and will be expected to attend its meetings. They may also be asked to serve on its Trustee Board. Furthermore, as a Fellow of the College, they will be expected to sit on its committees and may be asked from time to time to serve as an Officer of the College, should such a request be made by the Fellowships and Appointments Committee.

At ODID we embrace and cherish our differences, and endeavour to be considerate and welcoming of all. You are most welcome at ODID, without the need to hide any part of who you are. We acknowledge societal inequalities and how these affect us, and those around us, personally and professionally. We hold an Athena Swan bronze award in recognition of our efforts to introduce organisational and cultural changes which promote equality, cherish diversity and create a better working environment for all. We are also taking active steps to promote race equality and reduce the risk of bias and discrimination. We work together to enrich, fortify and grow our community and dedicate our combined efforts to teaching and research to increase our impact and influence in development debates at the national and global level. We encourage all eligible candidates to apply for our vacancies and join us in pursuing our goals.

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online. You will be required to upload a CV and supporting statement as part of your online application.

Only applications received before 12 midday on Thursday, 11 December 2025 can be considered.

Contact Person: HR Team

Pay Scale: ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR (NON-TF)

Contact Email: recruitment@qeh.ox.ac.uk

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