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        The Oxford Internet Institute is a leading centre for research into individual, collective and institutional behaviour on the Internet. We are looking for a full-time Researcher to work with Dr Mark Graham and Dr Vili Lehdonvirta on the IDRC-funded project 'Microwork and Virtual Production Networks in Sub-Saharan Africa and Southeast Asia'. Combining archival research, surveys, and interviews, this ambitious project will critically assess the impact of Internet and mobile connectivities on social and economic development, particularly insofar as they open up opportunities for novel forms of online work, such as 'e-lancing', 'microwork', and 'game labour'.

In this exciting role, the Researcher will carry out a total of approximately six months of fieldwork among virtual workers and organizations in Sub-Saharan Africa and Southeast Asia, as well as working at OII's premises in Oxford. The Researcher will also contribute to the dissemination of the findings through peer-reviewed academic papers, project reports, events, blogs and social media.

Candidates should have experience of social science research in Development Studies, Geography, Sociology, Social Anthropology, Communications, Organization Studies, Management or related disciplines, training and practical experience in qualitative research methods.

Based primarily at the Oxford Internet Institute (with periods of fieldwork), this position is available immediately for 2.5 years in the first instance, with the possibility of renewal thereafter, funding permitting. For qualified candidates, there may also be opportunities to teach course modules on our 'Social Science of the Internet' MSc course.

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online. The application form and further details, including a job description and selection criteria, are available on the Oxford University's recruitment website. For queries, contact Dr Mark Graham at [log in to unmask] or Dr Vili Lehdonvirta at [log in to unmask]

The closing date for applications is 12:00 GMT on Friday 13 December 2013 and only applications received before then can be considered. Interviews for those short-listed are currently planned to take place in the week commencing Thursday 16 January 2014.

Researcher Grade 7: Salary £29,541 - £36,298 p.a.












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