Researcher Colonial Standards

History of Science Museum, Broad Street, Oxford, OX1 3AZ About the role The History of Science Museum (HSM) at the University of Oxford is seeking a dedicated researcher to join the Colonial Standards Project. The project titled ‘Colonial Standards: using scientific instrument collections in India and the UK to investigate mechanisms of control’ explores the social history of mathematical practices in India from the 9th to 16th centuries, focusing on vernacular sources and extending into the late 18th and early 19th centuries. This is a full-time, fixed-term post for one year, working 37.5 hours per week. Due to the nature of this post, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a satisfactory Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) due to access to museum collections. Don’t miss out on the chance to contribute to this collaborative project! About You You will have experience in conducting high-quality research using varied historical sources. You will have excellent communication skills to engage effectively with both academic and non-specialist audiences. You will be proficient in IT and digital media production. Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively is also essential. What We Offer As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including: