PEMBROKE COLLEGE, OXFORD
FIXED TERM ROKOS CAREER DEVELOPMENT FELLOWSHIP IN ECONOMICS
Further Particulars
Pembroke College invites applications for a Rokos Career Development Fellowship in Economics or
Economic History. This is a fixed term appointment for three years, with the possibility of renewal for a
further two years subject to satisfactory performance.
The post is intended to provide a carefully
structured period of preparation for those embarking on an academic career, and to promote equality of
opportunity by helping to create a more diverse pool of potential candidates for future academic posts at
Oxford or elsewhere.
The Economics community at Pembroke is large and diverse, comprising 65 undergraduates reading
History and Economics, Economics and Management, and Politics, Philosophy and Economics (PPE),
with around 20 graduates on programmes in Economics, Economic History, Development, and Financial
Economics, as well as a Junior Research Fellow. Academic staff include a Fellow in Economics
supported by three stipendiary lecturers. A second Tutorial Fellow in Economics will be appointed
jointly with the Department of International Development to start in 2016-17.
In addition to supporting outstanding early-career researchers in establishing themselves, the Fellowship
aims to build an academic community of shared interests in the College. Accordingly, while the field of
specialisation is open, there is strong preference for proposals that complement the interests of the
Fellow in Economics, Dr. Brian A’Hearn. These include (the history of) economic geography and the
economy of cities, technical change and economic growth, the labour market, human capital, institutions,
and living standards.
Duties of the post:
One of the key aims of this post is to provide supported experience in a wide range of academic duties in
preparation for a career in academia. The Fellowship therefore involves elements of teaching and
administrative duties, as well as research.
Research:
The CDF should engage in advanced study or research in collaboration with the Fellow in Economics,
Dr. Brian A’Hearn.
College Teaching:
The CDF will assist in teaching Economics to undergraduates reading the joint degrees of PPE,
Economics and Management, and History and Economics. Pembroke takes seven students a year in
PPE, eight in Economics and Management and two in History and Economics. The appointee will
undertake four hours of Economics teaching per week in tutorials, in each of Oxford’s three eightweek terms.
University Teaching:
The CDF will be encouraged to undertake University lecturing at undergraduate and postgraduate
level in the most relevant department, depending on background and research interests, to help build
up a portfolio of teaching expertise.
The CDF should have the ability to teach first year and second year papers in Economics. Ability to
teach one or more of the third year optional papers may be an advantage.
A list of Economics papers is available at
http://www.economics.ox.ac.uk/index.php/undergraduate/undergraduate-matrix
College administration:
The CDF will be required to assess and interview in the annual admissions exercise for the selection
of new undergraduates, submit student reports at the end of each term via OxCORT, set and mark
Collections (internal College examinations), and co-ordinate Economics teaching in the College with
other tutors. S/he will share pastoral and organisational responsibility for undergraduate students in
Economics, and act as College Adviser for graduate students in relevant subjects,
S/he may participate in Widening Participation and Access events throughout the year.
Selection criteria
1.
Candidates must normally have received the degree of PhD or equivalent by 1st October 2015, and
should not normally have completed a PhD or equivalent earlier than 1 October 2010 (with the
exception of career breaks, e.g. for maternity / paternity leave).
2.
A high level of academic achievement, appropriate to the stage of the candidate’s career, with
evidence of, and potential for, producing distinguished research in economics or economic history.
3.
The ability, or the potential, to provide excellent tutorial and small group teaching in a range of
undergraduate topics. Experience of teaching would be an advantage.
4.
An understanding of the learning needs of high achieving undergraduate students and a
commitment to supporting and inspiring academic excellence in all students.
5.
The organisational skills and motivation to undertake College administration, including setting and
marking examinations.
6.
Excellent communication and presentation skills and the sensitivity to deal with pastoral issues.
Professional and career development
1. The post will provide a carefully structured and mentored work and training opportunity for an
exceptional candidate embarking on an academic career in economics or economic history, and is
intended to promote equality of opportunity by helping to create a more diverse pool of potential
candidates for future academic posts at Oxford or elsewhere.
2. The CDF will work with the Fellow in Economics who will act as a mentor to provide advice
and guidance to the post-holder on lecturing skills, on tutorial teaching, and on relevant College
and Departmental practices. The mentor will also be in a position to provide advice to the Fellow
at the stage when she or he is applying for permanent academic posts.
3. The CDF will be offered a carefully tailored package of professional development. Soon after
taking up the appointment, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to meet with a
professional development adviser from the University's Oxford Learning Institute, which has a
well-developed programme of courses for academic and research staff. The CDF will also be
expected to undertake the University's Developing Academic Practice programme (see
www.learning.ox.ac.uk).
4. The CDF will also have access to career development advice from the University Careers Service,
including one-to-one sessions with a Careers Adviser specialising in the career needs of academic
and research staff, career planning and interview skills workshops, and access to information
resources.
Pay and benefits
1. The CDF will be appointed on Grade 7 of the Oxford salary scale, from point 3 to point 6
(currently £32,277 to £35,256 per annum), and will have the option of becoming or remaining a
member of the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS).
2. College Benefits: The CDF will have access to the facilities of Broadgates Hall (the College
Senior Common Room) and will be entitled to full dining rights at the College. They will be
provided with a shared room in College.
3. The CDF will be entitled to a research allowance of £757.50 per annum.
4. The College follows University guidelines for maternity leave.
5. The University has three subsidised nurseries and also subsidises places at some local nurseries,
although at present there is a waiting list.
Terms and conditions
1. This is a fixed-term post for the period 1 September 2015 to 31 August 2018 in the first instance
with the possibility of renewal of two years subject to satisfactory performance.
2. The CDF will be entitled to membership of Congregation, the University's ultimate governing
body.
3. Appointment will also be subject to provision of proof of the right to work in the UK.
Applicants who would need work visas if appointed to the post are asked to note that under the
UK’s points-based migration system they will need to demonstrate that they have sufficient
points, and in particular that:
(a) they have sufficient English language skills (evidenced by having passed a test in basic
English, or coming from a majority English-speaking country, or having taken a degree
taught in English); and
(b) they have sufficient funds to maintain themselves and any dependents until they receive their
first salary payment.
Further information is available from the Home Office website at
www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/workingintheuk/tier2/generalarrangements/eligibility/.
Application procedure
There is no application form. Applications (5 copies in total), including a covering letter, a curriculum
vitae with details of qualifications and experience, a statement of current research interests and
publications, a five year research plan, and a statement of teaching experience and teaching philosophy.
should be sent to the Academic Registrar, Pembroke College, Oxford, OX1 1DW (or by e-mail to:
academic.office@pmb.ox.ac.uk). Informal enquiries can also be directed to the Academic Office.
Candidates must also give the names of three academic referees who should be asked to write direct to
the Academic Registrar. All applications and references should reach the College no later than noon on
Monday 20th April 2015. It is anticipated that interviews will be held during the week commencing 4th
May 2015.