Senior Research Fellow and Programme Manager in Taiwan Studies

Contract: Full-time, fixed-term until 30 September 2028

About the Role

The Oxford School of Global and Area Studies wishes to appoint a full-time, fixed-term Senior Research Fellow and Programme Manager in Taiwan Studies.

The postholder will lead the Oxford Taiwan Studies Programme, managing its day-to-day operations while developing a vibrant programme of research, teaching and public engagement. They will specialise in Taiwan Studies, with expertise in a relevant disciplinary or interdisciplinary field, including politics, political economy, anthropology, sociology, human geography, economic history, media and communication studies, social policy, or gender and sexuality studies.

The role includes developing independent research projects, publishing high-quality academic outputs, organising workshops and conferences, preparing grant applications, hosting visiting scholars from Taiwan, and contributing to teaching. The postholder will also oversee the Programme website and communications, building relationships with stakeholders across and beyond the University.

The position is based at the University of Oxford China Centre, Dickson Poon Building, Oxford, and is full-time and fixed-term until 30 September 2028, starting on 1 October 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter.

About You

You will hold a PhD/DPhil in a relevant discipline with a focus on Taiwan or Taiwan in comparative perspective, together with relevant research experience. You will have an established publication record in peer-reviewed outlets and the ability to initiate and manage independent research.

You will demonstrate specialist knowledge of Taiwan Studies and the ability to develop innovative research projects, contribute to research income generation, and collaborate effectively with colleagues and external partners. Excellent organisational, communication and programme management skills are essential.

We particularly welcome applications from women and Black and Minority Ethnic candidates, who are under-represented in academic posts at Oxford. Candidates who have taken career breaks or followed non-traditional career paths are encouraged to apply and will be considered fairly.

What We Offer

The University of Oxford offers an excellent range of benefits, including:

• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 38 days' annual leave (pro rata for part-time roles)
• Comprehensive childcare services
• Family leave schemes
• Discounted bus travel and season ticket loans

Application Process

Further information, including the full job description and selection criteria (Vacancy ID: 187483), is available on the University of Oxford website.

For informal enquiries, please contact the HR Team at recruitment@area.ox.ac.uk. Enquiries will be treated in strict confidence and will not form part of the selection process.

The University of Oxford is committed to fostering an inclusive culture that promotes equality, values diversity and supports all staff and students to thrive. Reasonable adjustments will be made throughout the recruitment process where required.

Only applications received before 12.00 noon (UK time) on Monday 10 August 2026 will be considered. Interviews are expected to be held online via Microsoft Teams on Thursday 10 September 2026.

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