Blavatnik School of Government, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG
About the Blavatnik School of Government
Our vision is of a world better led, a world better served and a world better governed. We are a global school committed to improving the quality of government and public policymaking worldwide, through three routes: teaching current and future leaders ; generating research with impact ; and engaging with governments and practitioners.
What we offer
The School is a collaborative, friendly, and dynamic department based in an award-winning building in Oxford. We host regular events and talks with well- known guest speakers – all of which are open to staff. On the social side, we have regular coffee/cake mornings for staff, a family-friendly Halloween event, and Christmas and summer parties.
As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees' wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:
More information about working at the School can be found on our jobs page.
About the role
The Blavatnik School of Government is looking for an outstanding self-starting Research Assistant to join the What Works Hub for Global Education (WWHGE) - a new £30m six-year global research and policy effort. You will work with the Academic Director (Noam Angrist), the Senior Research Manager and the Postdoctoral Researchers on Pillar 3 of the WWHGE (the development of a new science of implementation).
About you
You will possess excellent data analysis and statistics/econometrics skills, with a clear knowledge of impact evaluation. They should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to manage their own research and administrative activities effectively. A first degree in economics, public policy, or development studies (with a focus on development economics), experience of development economics and behavioural economics, and flexible can-do approach to work are essential.
Application process
You will be required to upload a supporting statement, your CV, and the names of two referees as part of your online application.
The closing date for applications is 12 noon (UK time) on Wednesday 6 November 2024.
Longlisting will take place between 11-18 November. Interviews will take place week commencing 9 December 2024 and will be online.
Contact Person : HR team Vacancy ID : 175835 Contact Phone : Closing Date & Time : 06-Nov-2024 12:00 Pay Scale : RESEARCH GRADE 6 Contact Email : [email protected] Salary (£) : Grade 6: £33,832 - £37,524 per annum