Postdoctoral Researcher

Overview

The University of Oxford is inviting applications for a postdoctoral researcher to join the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences. Working with Dr. Nicholas J. DeVito at the Bennett Institute for Applied Data Science, the successful candidate will contribute to two funded research integrity projects. The position is fixed-term for 12 months in the first instance, with potential for extension contingent on additional funding.

The role involves responsibilities across two distinct research initiatives. The first project, funded by UKRI, focuses on developing, testing, publicising, and coordinating outreach for a tool designed to help researchers improve the quality of shared code. The second project is an expansion of the TrialsTracker project, funded by Coefficient Giving, which builds upon work assessing ongoing compliance with clinical trial reporting requirements in the US and EU. The researcher will also help deliver research outputs, build open science communities, contribute to codebases and policy work, and have the scope to pursue original research ideas and additional funding opportunities.

Requirements

Applicants must have a strong research background, relevant domain knowledge, and clear communication skills. Ideal candidates should also possess experience in mixed-methods research and software development.

Candidates are required to submit an online application that includes a CV and a Supporting Statement acting as a cover letter. The Supporting Statement must clearly describe how the applicant meets each selection criteria listed in the job description. Applicants should not attach manuscripts, papers, transcripts, mark sheets, or certificates.

What you get

The position offers a salary ranging from £40,178 to £48,700 per annum, with a discretionary range up to £52,988 per annum at Grade 7.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online through the university's application portal by uploading the required documents before the closing deadline.

Key dates

The closing date for applications is 12:00 noon on Friday, 20 November 2026. Interviews are expected to take place during the week commencing 7 December 2026.