The OII has extended our search for a Survey Research Officer and will accept applications until 10th September 2004. Please feel free to pass this information on to individuals who might be excellent candidates. ------------------------------------------ Survey Research Officer RESEARCH STAFF GRADE IA: £18,893 to £28,279 The Oxford Internet Institute seeks a full-time survey research officer with training in one or more of the social sciences and specialised experience and skill in survey research and data analysis in an academic, government or business setting. Candidates should be able to design a database, or take a database from a survey firm or archive and format it as instructed, and undertake multivariate statistical analysis. The ability to construct clear tables and graphics that address particular questions in ways understandable to a non-technical audience is also essential. In addition, the survey research officer should be capable of developing analyses for social science audiences and academic journals. There will be opportunities for co-authored publications. Based in the heart of Oxford, this new department in the University’s social sciences division aims to become the world’s leading multi-disciplinary academic centre studying the impact of the Internet on society. The survey research officer will work with senior staff primarily on the conduct and analysis of the Oxford Internet Surveys (OxIS), other research and survey efforts may from time to time require the post-holder’s involvement. OxIS will conduct personal interviews with a probability sample of UK households to focus on trends in the diffusion and social implications of the Internet. Analysis of related national and international databases will be done for comparative and other analytical purposes. The post is available from 1st October 2004, or as soon thereafter as possible, for two years in the first instance with the possibility of renewal thereafter. Further information, including details of how to apply, may be obtained from the Personnel Officer, Oxford Internet Institute, 1 St Giles, Oxford OX1 3JS (tel: 01865 287226; e-mail: personnel@oii.ox.ac.uk) or from our web site at: http://www.oii.ox.ac.uk/people/?rq=positions Applications must reach the Institute by 12:00 noon on 10th September 2004.