Suite 1 Littlegate House 16-17 St Ebbe’s Street Oxford, OX1 1PT The Uehiro Oxford Institute and Oxford Martin School invite applications for a Research Fellow to work as part of the Oxford Martin Programme on Decarceration, researching ethical and human rights issues pertaining to the reduction of prison populations. The Fellow will be based in the Uehiro Oxford Institute, will be made a Fellow of the Oxford Martin School, and will work under the supervision of Professor Tom Douglas, Co-Investigator on the Programme. This two-year post would be suitable for individuals who have a doctorate in moral philosophy, criminal justice ethics, public health ethics, legal theory, or human rights law, or who expect to have completed such a doctorate by 1 January 2026. The Uehiro Oxford Institute The Oxford Martin School What We Offer Working at the University of Oxford offers several benefits, such as:
1. 38 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays)
2. One of the most generous family leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay maternity and adoption leave, plus 12 weeks of full-pay paternity/partner leave
3. A commitment to hybrid and flexible working to suit your lifestyle
4. An excellent contributory pension scheme
5. Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans
6. Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs
About You
7. Hold a PhD/DPhil, or have completed one by 1 January 2026
8. Have a keen interest in this specific area of research
9. Are able to analyse philosophical and/or legal arguments and literature
10. Are able to manage your own academic research and associated activities
11. Possess excellent communication skills, including the ability to write articles that can be published, present data at conferences, and represent the research group at meetings
12. Possess the ability to quickly learn new skills and to work independently and proactively to problem solve
13. Are able to contribute ideas for new research projects and research income generation
Application Process
14. A covering letter/supporting statement (maximum 3 pages)
15. Your CV
References will be required at a later stage in the recruitment process and candidates may be asked to submit a max. 8,000 word writing sample at short notice.