Behavioural Scientist

2 weeks ago

Birmingham, United Kingdom The Behavioral Economics Group Full time

We are looking for someone who is passionate about human insights and behaviour change, to deliver projects with tangible impacts for transport users in the West Midlands.
Do you have a qualification in social sciences with experience of undertaking qualitative & quantitative analysis, translating research into transferrable insights? Are you curious about how policy and behavioural interventions can encourage sustainable transport choices? Do you have an understanding of how behavioural science, models and techniques could be used to meet transport, climate and health outcomes? Transport for West Midlands have pioneered a centre of excellence for transport behaviour change, called the Influencing Transport Lab (ITL). We have a brand-new role for a Behavioural Scientist to deliver high quality testing and evaluation of behaviour change initiatives. This is a permanent role that is critical in order for us to deliver a sustainable future for transport and make sure that it is effective for the region.
You will be part of a knowledgeable and small team that are driving change and specifically looking at ways of collating intelligence by supporting trials and experiments, as well as undertaking primary research and impact assessments. You will work to develop and share evidence, using behavioural science to provide expert advice on how best to deliver transport behaviour change ethically. You will be required to write reports, produce presentations and provide evidence synthesis, design methodologies and research plans.
We need someone with an in depth understanding of human psychology, behaviour change models and academic best practice who understands how this information can be used in transport applications to shape the future of transport.
Develop and review the evidence base on behavioural drivers of sustainable travel, modal shift, journey avoidance and demand reduction.
Communicate scientific evidence to support sustainable travel interventions to key decision makers and policymakers.
Review/undertake public insight research to inform communication on modal shift, sustainable travel, and journey avoidance.
Seek innovative ways of collecting and accessing objective data including cocreation and community engagement.
Support delivery of testing of behavioural interventions across different transport use-cases.
Develop robust monitoring and evaluation trials.
Lead on analysis and reporting of findings from behaviour interventions.
Respond to requests from the Transport for West Midlands and other national, local, and regional authority departments, for advice on the transport behaviour change.
A degree in behavioural science, psychology, behavioural economics or a related discipline
Knowledge of evaluation methods and experience of using research methods
Experience of undertaking systematic reviews and meta-analysis
Experience planning and managing projects and delivering to deadlines
Ability to undertake quantitative and qualitative analysis with support from data insights and human intelligence teams
Ability to communicate clearly and persuasively, both in writing and verbally
Writing papers and research proposals
This approach allows for potential year-on-year salary increases, offering progression and appropriate rewards to employees.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes a Local Government Pension Scheme, 28 days of paid annual leave, Cycle to Work Scheme, and discounted shopping with over 2,000 big-name retailers. The location for this role is 16 Summer Lane. It is expected that you can split your time between the office and working remotely, with at least 2 days a month spent in the office.
West Midlands Combined Authority is dedicated to creating a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace that reflects the communities of the West Midlands region. We gladly consider part-time, flexible, and job share arrangements, so please don't let these factors deter you from applying. We aim to achieve this vision by living our values, which include being a partnership organisation, valuing and respecting our people, fostering a can-do attitude, and encouraging innovation. WMCA holds diversity accreditations, such as "Leaders in Diversity," and has been recognized as one of the Inclusive Top 50 Employers and The Times Top 50 Employers for Women. We are also a Disability Confident Employer, committed to interviewing all applicants with disabilities who meet the essential role criteria. WMCA believes that building a team with varied backgrounds and experiences will benefit us as an employer and enhance our work.
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