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Kellogg College and the University of Oxford are committed to fostering an inclusive culture which promotes equality, values diversity, and maintains a working, learning, and social environment in which the rights and dignity of all its staff and students are respected.

This is an opportunity to become part of the Kellogg College community as a Research Member of Common Room.  This opportunity is available for postdoctoral researchers (and those of more senior status) who are employed by the University but do not have a college attachment or affiliation. Some Research Members of Common Room have gone on to become Junior Research Fellows at Kellogg College.

Successful applicants will be those intending to make an active contribution to the academic and social life and development of Kellogg College. Research Members of Common Room will be expected to act as a College Adviser to support and guide Kellogg College students during their studies. Therefore, in assuming the role, applicants should ideally be able to commit to a full Academic Year. Training for this role will be provided and all will be required to attend.

“College is friendly, and the role of an adviser can be enjoyable and rewarding”.

Research Membership of Common Room brings with it the opportunity to use College facilities, to enjoy subsidised College lunches and dinners, and to participate in a diverse and growing range of college seminars and social events.

Full details of the Kellogg College fellowship and Research Centres are available on our website on the Our People and Centres pages.

Applications are open from the start of Michaelmas Term each year for appointments in the following Academic Year. All documents, including references, should be submitted by noon of Friday 9th Week of Trinity Term, and will be reviewed once a year in August.

To apply, submit a curriculum vitae with a covering email explaining why you would like to be considered for Research Membership of Common Room at Kellogg College and how you would contribute to the Kellogg community.  You should be currently employed in a research capacity within the collegiate University and ask a senior colleague to provide a short reference.  Membership is renewable annually, coterminous with holding a (paid) research post in the University.

The application deadline for 2024-25 is noon Friday 21 June 2024.

Please email your application by the deadline to the Academic Office.

Please ask your referee to email their reference to the Academic Office also by noon on Friday 21 June 2024. Late or incomplete applications cannot be considered.

A meeting outlining the role of College Advisor will be provided for successful applicants in the first half of Michaelmas Term 2024.

If you are successful your membership is subject to the provision of original documentation to establish your right to work and remain in the UK, which the collegiate University requires to comply with its duties under the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

Salary: Grade 6: £32,332 – £38,205
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full time

About the role
We have an exciting opportunity to join the communications team at Kellogg College as our Communications Officer.

As the Communications Officer you will report to and work closely with the Director of Communications. You will support and assist in developing and implementing the communications strategy, ensuring that the College reaches and engages its key audiences most effectively through the appropriate channels. You will also be responsible for evaluating and reporting on the success of communications initiatives.

You will be responsible for engaging with a range of stakeholders and audiences, providing timely and relevant information to them as appropriate. You will plan, develop, create, and publish communications for the College website and social media, acting as a brand ambassador, ensuring all communications follow the College and University guidelines on branding.

You will be joining the University of Oxford’s most international and egalitarian college, with a unique mix of students. Kellogg is the University’s leading college for students reading for degrees on a part-time basis and has a strong and vibrant body of full-time students. The College’s wider academic community includes members drawn from across the full range of academic disciplines in the University.

About you
A visually creative and digitally savvy storyteller, you will have communications experience in print, digital and social media. You will possess excellent writing skills and attention to detail, with a proven ability to communicate complex concepts to a non-specialist audience.  You will have excellent research and analytical skills, including the ability to interpret complex data and proficiency working with a range of computer based and online applications, including website content management systems.

How to apply 

Find out more and apply online at my.corehr.com

If you would like to discuss this role, please contact Human Resources at vacancies@kellogg.ox.ac.uk

Salary: Grade 3: £23,706-£25,138
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full time, 36.5 hours per week, annualised.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Dining Hall team as our Head Waiter.

You will play a key role, liaising closely with all departments across the College, in particular the wider catering, hospitality, and events teams. You will also have day-to-day contact with Fellows, students, staff and visitors within the College, so the ability to develop good working relationships, both within the College and with external visitors and guests, is essential.

You will be responsible for ordering supplies, in accordance with University and College purchasing guidelines, ensuring stocks are at the correct levels and of the required quality. You will also ensure that Food Safety and relevant Health and Safety legislation, including COSHH (control of substances hazardous to health) regulations are complied with.

You will be joining the University of Oxford’s most international college, with a unique mix of students: it is the University’s leading college for students reading for degrees on a part-time basis and has a strong and vibrant body of full-time students. The College’s wider academic community includes members drawn from across the full range of academic disciplines in the University.

About you
You will have demonstrable experience of providing good customer service and have excellent communication skills. You will possess a level 1 or 2 in food safety and preparation qualifications.  You will have excellent attention to detail and previous experience in a similar role.

How to apply 

Find out more and apply online at my.corehr.com

If you would like to discuss this role, please contact Human Resources at vacancies@kellogg.ox.ac.uk

Salary: Standard Grade 1: £23,706 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full time, 36.5 hours per week, annualised.

About the Role
We are looking to recruit a Kitchen Porter to work within our Kitchens team (main kitchen and the Hub Café kitchen). You will be responsible for cleaning all catering service equipment, kitchen equipment and the catering areas onsite and offsite where the College provides catering services. You will ensure high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and food safety, as required by the Kitchen Management team. This position reports to the Sous Chef.

Business is fairly consistent throughout the year, though there are some quiet times in August, over Easter and when the kitchen closes down over Christmas and New Year, so the job is offered on an annualised hours basis, to ensure that an average of 36.5 hours are worked per week. Shifts will vary to cover the hours of business and can include weekend, bank holiday and evening work.

About you
You will have previous experience in carrying out cleaning duties, preferably in a commercial kitchen setting, and have experience of delivering a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene. You will be flexible with the ability to adapt and have excellent time-keeping skills.

How to apply

Find out more and apply online at my.corehr.com

If you would like to discuss this role, please contact Human Resources at vacancies@kellogg.ox.ac.uk

Grade 3: £23,706 – £25, 138 per annum, pro rata
Location: Kellogg College, Banbury Road, Oxford, OX2 6PN
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Variable Hours

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity to join the Hub Café Team at Kellogg as a Hub Barista.

You will play an important role in serving drinks and food to customers, preparing food from scratch, answering basic queries, and responding to customer feedback. You will also help maintain the coffee machine, ensuring it is in good working order, including updating temperature records.

You will be responsible for liaising with fresh food suppliers to ensure stock is at the required level, and for checking deliveries to ensure the food arrives in good condition and is as ordered. You will also ensure that Food Safety and relevant Health & Safety legislation regulations, as well as all risk assessments, are complied with.

You will be joining the University of Oxford’s most international graduate colleges, with a unique mix of students: it is the University’s leading college for students reading for degrees on a part-time basis and has a strong and vibrant body of full-time students. The College’s wider academic community includes members drawn from across the full range of academic disciplines in the University.

About you

You will have at least Level 1 in a food safety and preparation qualification, or relevant experience. You will have basic allergen awareness training or good knowledge of the main food allergens. You will have demonstrable experience of providing good customer service, as well as a proven ability to juggle multiple tasks and manage competing deadlines, whilst remaining calm under pressure. You will also possess good communication skills, both written and verbal, and be able to work as both part of a team and independently, using your own initiative.

How to Apply

Find out more and apply online at my.corehr.com

If you would like to discuss this role, please contact Human Resources at vacancies@kellogg.ox.ac.uk