Many researchers want to remain in the university environment but are unsure what roles exist beyond academic research and teaching. This panel brings together Oxford University staff who began their careers in academic research and have since moved into a wide range of careers across the University.

Panelists will share their career journeys and how they navigated the move beyond research while staying within Oxford. The session will explore the variety of career paths available, the skills and experience that transfer well, and practical insights for those considering a similar transition. There will be time for questions and discussion.

This event is aimed at PhD students and research staff who are curious about non academic career options within Oxford University and want to make informed, realistic career choices.
Panelists

Dr Zoë Lee, Research Funding Manager, Research Funding & Contracts Team, Research Services University of Oxford
Dr Monica Palmero Fernandez, Research Practice Coordinator, Research Services, University of Oxford
Dr Afra Pukol I Campeny, Educational Policy Officer, University of Oxford
Dr Kristina Pikovskaia, Research Manager, Department of Economics, University of Oxford

The 2026 conference booklet will be available closer to the event.

This event is part of:
Careers Beyond Academia: Options and Pathways for Researchers
The careers conference for Oxford University research staff and DPhil students
Monday 23 March – Thursday 26 March 2026 online and in-person in Oxford. The careers fair will take place at the Careers Service, 56 Banbury Road, OX2 6PA. Register for the fair here