Talent Research Associate

OverviewJoin us at EIT: At the Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT), we’re on a mission to translate scientific discovery into real world impact. We bring together visionary scientists, technologists, policy makers, and entrepreneurs to tackle humanity’s greatest challenges in four transformative areas:Health, Medical Science & Generative BiologyFood Security & Sustainable AgricultureClimate Change & Managing CO₂Artificial Intelligence & RoboticsThis is ambitious work - work that demands curiosity, courage, and a relentless drive to make a difference. At EIT, you’ll join a community built on excellence, innovation, tenacity, trust, and collaboration, where bold ideas become real-world breakthroughs. Explore more at www.eit.org.Your RoleWe are expanding our Central Talent Team and are seeking a Talent Research Associate to support recruitment activity across EIT Oxford, with a particular focus on academic, scientific and research-led roles.This is a hands-on role centred on talent pipelining, sourcing, candidate screening and recruitment coordination. You will work closely with Talent Partners, hiring managers and HR colleagues to ensure efficient, well-organised hiring processes and a high-quality candidate experience. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys detail, research, and building strong talent pools within complex scientific environments.Your ResponsibilitiesBuild and maintain long term talent pipelines for academic, scientific and research-focused roles aligned to strategic research areasIdentify potential candidates through publications, grants, research group listings, LinkedIn, Google Scholar etc.Talent mapping and market research for specific research groups, labs and institutionsConduct in-depth candidate research and proactive sourcing using LinkedIn, databases, networks and referralsScreen candidates against role requirements and provide structured shortlistsSupport Talent Partners and hiring managers across the recruitment lifecycleCoordinate complex interview scheduling, including multi-panel interviewsManage diary coordination across multiple stakeholdersBook meeting rooms, virtual interviews and assessment sessionsPrepare candidates for interviews, including briefing packs and process guidanceAct as a key point of contact for candidates, ensuring clear and timely communicationMaintain accurate records within the ATS and recruitment trackersSupport recruitment administration, reporting and process improvementsCollaborate with the wider HR and Talent Team on ongoing and future projectsEssential Skills, Qualifications & ExperienceDemonstrated experience in talent research, sourcing or resourcing, ideally within executive search, in-house TA or research-led environmentProven experience researching and pipelining candidates for academic, scientific or technical rolesStrong familiarity with academic and scientific career pathways, including PhD, postdoctoral and research-led rolesExperience reviewing and interpreting academic CVsAbility to conduct structured candidate screenings and produce high quality longlists and shortlistsExperience using LinkedIn Recruiter and/or other research toolsStrong organisational skills with experience managing high volumes of scheduling and coordinationExcellent written and verbal communication skillsHigh attention to detail and a candidate-focused approachAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentExperience using ATS, CRM systems and Microsoft OfficeKnowledge of the Oxford local talent market or similar academic/scientific hubsDesirable Skills & ExperienceBachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience), ideally within a scientific, research or people-related disciplineFamiliarity with recruitment compliance and basic UK employment principlesBenefitsSalary: Depending on Experience + travel allowance + bonusEnhanced holiday + options to buy additional daysPensionLife AssuranceIncome ProtectionPrivate Medical InsuranceHospital Cash PlanTherapy ServicesPerk BoxElectric Car SchemeChildcare benefitWorking Together – What It InvolvesYou must have the right to work permanently in the UK with a willingness to travel as necessary. In certain cases, we can consider sponsorship, and this will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.You will live in, or within easy commuting distance of, Oxford (or be willing to relocate).This is a hybrid role, minimum 3 days per week in Oxford. #J-18808-Ljbffr