Research Assistant

at  University of Oxford

The Oxford Internet Institute (OII) – founded in 2001 - is a multidisciplinary research and teaching department of the University of Oxford, dedicated to the social science of the Internet. The OII is a world-leading department, conducting cutting-edge multi-disciplinary research on societal challenges and opportunities in the face of rapidly advancing digital technological change. Our goal is rigorous intellectual innovation that can address public problems.
We are seeking a Research Assistant to join the research group led by Dr Luc Rocher. This position is full time ((part-time hours will be considered) and available from 1 October, for a fixed term duration of 12 months or to 30 September 2025 (whichever is sooner). This position is based in the UK.
The main involvement will be developing and implementing interactive visualisations methods related to research on privacy and algorithmic auditing.
This position is particularly suited for pre-doctoral candidates to build research skills and collaborate on research projects before applying for doctoral studies, although the skills and experience learned will be helpful to a range of positions in and outside academia.

The post holder will be expected to:

• Manage their own research and administrative activities,
• Contribute to wider project planning,
• Select, follow, implement, and adapt specialist methodologies from machine learning, privacy, and security and
• Contribute to the design of research materials and scientific articles

The successful candidate will hold or be close to completion of an MSc degree in a relevant field such as social data science, computer science, engineering, statistics, or mathematics and have excellent communication skills.
Full details of the requirements for this post can be found in the Job Description link below.
If you would like to discuss this role, please contact Dr Luc Rocher luc.rocher@oii.ox.ac.uk.
You will be required to upload a supporting statement, a CV, and details of two referees as part of your online application. Only application received online by 12 (midday) UK time on 23 September 2024 will be accepted
The OII is committed to equality and valuing diversity

Please refer the Job description for details