Research Statistician

Job Overview:

We are an expanding research centre based at the University of Oxford's Department of Education, and we are seeking a highly skilled statistician as a Research Fellow to lead the data analytic elements of a new three year programme of research on stability for children in foster and kinship care.

Responsibilities:

• Leading the day-to-day analysis of national datasets, particularly the SSDA903 statistics (children's social care) and the National Pupil Database (education)
• Improving understanding of trends in the current measures of stability
• Ensuring that the work is legal, ethical, and robust and that it delivers policy-relevant insights

Qualifications and Experience:

• A relevant Ph.D./D. Phil with sufficient relevant post qualification experience to have built a strong publications record
• A good understanding of the relevant large-scale datasets and sufficient knowledge of policy and practice in children's social care to understand how they relate to the operational realities of social care services
• The ability to independently design, plan and manage research and analysis projects, including analytical strategies, quality assurance and financial management

Salary and Benefits:

The salary for this role is estimated at £55,000-£65,000 per annum, depending on experience, and we offer a range of benefits, including a supportive and collaborative environment, opportunities for professional development, and a comprehensive pension scheme.