Vacancies

Postdoctoral Researcher in AI & Risk (Oxford Martin AI Governance Initiative)

Research Grade 8: £49,119 - £58,265

The Oxford Martin AI Governance Initiative (AIGI Oxford) seeks to improve the impact of AI on global societal outcomes through impactful research that is rigorously grounded in the social and computational sciences, decision-maker education campaigns, and training the next generations of technology governance leaders. It is one of the few organisations in the world to focus on the governance of AI from both technical and policy perspectives. 

The Postdoctoral Researcher in AI and Risk will contribute and lead research on AI risk, governance, and the societal impacts of advanced AI systems. A strong record of independent scholarship and engagement with public policy and international institutions is highly desirable.

The postholder will contribute to the strategic development of the Initiative’s research programme and to its external engagement with policymakers, international organisations, and other stakeholders. The role combines high-quality academic research with policy-facing activity, supporting the translation of scholarly work into practical governance frameworks.

The post is 2 years fixed term.

Only applications received before 12:00 noon (BST) on Wednesday 8th April 2026 can be considered. We expect to hold interviews week commencing the 27th April 2026.
 

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Inclusive Battery Redeployment and Policy for Global Decarbonisation

Research Grade 7: £39,424 - £47,779

Join the Smith School of Enterprise and the Environment at the University of Oxford as a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Inclusive Battery Redeployment and Policy for Global Decarbonisation. Supported by the Oxford Martin School, this cutting-edge project examines the policy, institutional, and regulatory landscapes shaping battery uptake, including second-life batteries, across emerging economies.

Working with Dr Radhika Khosla and Dr Anupama Sen, and collaborating within the Circular Battery Economies Programme, you will publish in leading journals, map institutional ecosystems, engage directly with senior policymakers and community stakeholders, organise international workshops, and translate findings into impactful policy outputs. 

This post is fixed term until 31 December 2027 and offered on a full-time basis (1 FTE / 37.5 hours)

What We Offer

As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ well-being, and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:

  • An excellent contributory pension scheme
  • 38 days annual leave
  • A comprehensive range of childcare services
  • Family leave schemes
  • Cycle loan scheme
  • Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans.

Application Process

You will be required to upload a covering letter with a supporting statement, CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application. In your supporting statement, please explain how you meet each of the selection criteria found in the job description, and why you would like to do this role. See guidance here.  

Any technical questions related to this vacancy can be sent to: recruit@ouce.ox.ac.uk

The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on 18 March 2026. Only applications submitted by this time will be considered.
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