Non-Stipendiary Junior Research Fellowship
Non-Stipendiary Junior Research Fellowship
The College proposes to elect to Junior Research Fellowships individuals working in the MPLS and Medical Sciences Divisions, if candidates of sufficient merit present themselves. The term of the Fellowships is three years, tenable from 1 October 2026, or until the association with the University ceases, whichever is sooner.
Selection Criteria
Candidates should be in possession of a fellowship, or similar personal academic support, obtained in open competition from a major UK or international academic organisation such as a Research Council, a Charity or Trust, the British Academy, the Royal Society, or the University of Oxford. Being a named researcher on a research grant held by a senior member of the University does not qualify as personal academic support.
In the present round, applications will be considered from those working in the MPLS and Medical Sciences Divisions of the University. There is no limitation on subjects within these categories. Candidates must be engaged in research work within an Oxford University Department or Faculty and be in receipt of personal salary funding that will support them for the duration of the Fellowship.
Applicants must normally have received the degree of PhD or equivalent by 1 October 2026.
Holders of these Fellowships are entitled to an Academic Allowance (presently set at £3000 per annum).
Junior Research Fellows are members of the Senior Common Room and will be entitled to full dining rights when the College kitchen is open but are not Governing Body members.
Opportunities to undertake teaching or other duties within the college may be possible, with the agreement of the Governing Body.
Fellows will be expected to play a full part in the intellectual and social life of the College, for example by attending College functions such as lectures and seminars with undergraduates or postgraduates.
They will also each act as an advisor to around five St Edmund Hall graduate students.
Application Process
Applications should be sent by email to recruitment@seh.ox.ac.uk not later than noon GMT on Friday 1 May 2026.
Applications should include:
1. A full CV, detailing career, education and qualifications, teaching experience and research in progress or planned, publications, prizes or awards;
2. A completed cover sheet with the names and contact details of two referees who can speak with detailed knowledge about the candidate. Candidates should request their referees to send written references to recruitment@seh.ox.ac.uk by the closing date;
3. A statement no longer than 300 words, stating how holding such a Fellowship will benefit both the applicant and St Edmund Hall.
It is expected that interviews will be held on Monday 18 May 2026.
Queries about the post should be directed to the Senior Tutor, Professor Robert Wilkins: robert.wilkins@seh.ox.ac.uk.
Equality of Opportunity
In making this appointment, the College wishes to promote equality of opportunity. Applications for this post are particularly welcome from women, disabled, and black and ethnic minority candidates, who are under-represented in academic posts in Oxford.
Applicants are asked to consider completing the online Equal Opportunity Monitoring Form. Submission of this form is voluntary and does not form part of the selection process, but it would be appreciated if you complete it at the same time as your application to assist us with our equal opportunity monitoring. A paper copy can be obtained here.
Key Information
- Deadline:1 May 2026 12:00pm
- Posted:17 Mar 2026