Applications are now open!
We are currently recruiting a Communications Officer, Academic Officer, and General Committee Officers to start in Michaelmas. Being part of the committee is an excellent opportunity to invite and meet your favourite philosophers, learn with and from your peers, and contribute to the running of the society. See below for more details and to apply.
Shared responsibilities
The organisation of the Philosophy Society is a collaborative effort. Key decisions are made as a team, and everyone has the opportunity to invite philosophers they are especially interested in. Regardless of your role, the committee works to provide advice and assistance, including stepping in when need be.
There is an expectation for committee members to attend society events, socials and meetings as much as possible.
Joining the committee is a great way to meet fellow philosophy enthusiasts as well as students from our partner societies, and provides unique networking opportunities with leading academics from Oxford and beyond.
Communications Officer
Role description:
Produce term card and update media templates before term starts
Create and circulate term-time social media posts using our pre-made templates (weekly lectures, socials)
Managing the society Facebook and Instagram
IT tasks as necessary
Position is typically held for 3 terms
Who we are looking for:
Social media savvy
Basic design skills (experience with Canva is ideal)
Great time management as you will be in charge of posting in a timely manner
Academic Officer
Role description:
Organise academic events of term
Research relevant academics and how to contact them
Liaise with academics via email to plan their lecture event
Lead in-person aspects of academic events
Who we are looking for:
An eye for interesting academics to invite to the society
Great communication and organisation skills, particularly email etiquette
Ability to commit oneself at the end of term and during the vacation period
General Committee Officer
Role description:
Low-level commitment in Michaelmas (compatible with start-of-degree or other society commitments)
Ideally for individuals considering stepping up to more central committee role starting in Hilary
Shadowing the current committee, learning the logistics & responsibilities
Involvement in organising and attending events (lectures & socials)
Who we are looking for:
Open to undergrads and postgrads enrolled at the University of Oxford
Friendly, hardworking, passionate about philosophy
Students from any discipline