The Oxford Department of International Development (ODID), University of Oxford, is currently recruiting for multiple positions, including a Research Officer (Comparative Law). (QEH Oxford)
1. Research Officer (Comparative Law)
This is the key opportunity for law graduates and legal researchers.
Department: Oxford Department of International Development, University of Oxford
Position: Research Officer – Comparative Law
Location: Oxford, UK
Salary: £35,681–£41,636
Contract: Full-time, 18 months (QEH Oxford)
The successful candidate will join a research team working on the European Muslim Observatory, a comparative research infrastructure examining the institutional development of Islam and Muslim communities across Europe.
Eligibility
Candidates should have a Master’s degree or equivalent in:
- Comparative Law
- European Law
- Public Law
- Or a closely related discipline
The role also requires excellent legal research and analytical skills, particularly the ability to analyse complex legal and constitutional materials. (QEH Oxford)
Application
Applicants are required to submit:
- CV
- Supporting statement
Oxford states that only the CV and supporting statement will be considered during shortlisting. (QEH Oxford)
Deadline: 11 September 2026, 12 noon UK time. (QEH Oxford)
Note: As of today, 12 September 2026, this particular deadline has passed.
Other ODID Vacancies
The department is also recruiting for:
Research Officer – Comparative Politics
Deadline: 11 September 2026, noon UK. (QEH Oxford)
Administrative Assistant – Refugee-Led Research Hub
Deadline: 21 September 2026, noon UK. Salary £32,108–£37,338. (QEH Oxford)
Comparative Data & Methods Postdoctoral Researcher
Deadline: 24 September 2026, noon UK. (QEH Oxford)
For the original Comparative Law advertisement, see Oxford Research Officer – Comparative Law vacancy.
