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RAND is a not-for-profit research institute with over 30 years of experience in conducting policy research for governments, international organisations, research councils, charitable foundations, and other organisations. We believe that good research helps shape sound answers to pressing societal challenges, ultimately making communities safer and more secure, healthier and more prosperous in the future. RAND Europe has approximately 170 staff across offices in Cambridge, Brussels, and the Netherlands.
**We wish to recruit a Research Leader / Senior Analyst in our Science and Emerging Technology (SET) research group in our Cambridge or Brussels office. The focus of this role is help take forward our emerging technology policy research portfolio.**
The Science and Emerging Technology(SET) research group at RAND Europe conducts a wide-ranging portfolio of policy research for a diverse client base in the UK, Europe and beyond. Broadly, our work covers three main areas:
We work with and for public, private and third sector funders and collaborate frequently with universities and other research organisations.
**The successful applicant will lead / support business development and project delivery for our portfolio of emerging technology policy. We are particularly looking for an individual with experience of winning and delivering projects for UK government / EU institution / philanthropic clients on technology policy issues.**
We are looking for an individual with a keen interest and understanding of technology development, the challenges and opportunities, associated policy issues, and future implications. The role holder will have experience of using mixed-methods research and engagement to explore these issues. You will be experienced at project coordination and leadership / management, supporting the delivery of projects working with a team of researchers, and have strong policy analysis skills.
The role holder will also be accountable for working with senior colleagues in supporting and motivating the SET research group on a day-to-day basis, leading the development and growth of our technology policy research portfolio, managing groups of talented researchers, and publicising our work through a range of communications and outreach activities. You will be proactive in your approach to delivering projects, writing proposals, and multitasking, and committed to achieving impact through your work with other team members, in a collegiate environment.
**Key Responsibilities**:
**Research Leadership**
- Taking forward RAND Europe’s successful research track record in technology policy research, and leading / supporting the delivery of a varied portfolio of research projects and expanding into new areas of work.
- Contributing to the team’s thought leadership on technology policy issues.
- Mentoring research staff and facilitating development of others’ project management and methodological skills.
- Helping ensure that RAND Europe’s research has a positive impact within policy communities and the wider world.
**Business development**
- Contributing to and supporting the delivery of SET target revenues and sales by helping secure funding for research and consultancy tasks and supporting others in doing so.
- Co-ordinating, managing and supporting a portfolio of business development initiatives including supporting bid and proposal activity, often as multi-partner proposals - in particular relating to our emerging technology strategy and portfolio.
- Building networks and contacts with funders and collaborators.
**Group and other responsibilities**
- Working with team members and the Research Group Director to develop SET’s research and strategy in technology policy.
- Working in a collegiate manner and contributing to the development and profile of the wider organisation.
- Helping to raise RAND Europe’s profile and communicate research findings to maximise impact.
**Requirements**:
- **Demonstrable experience in technology policy research.** Proven expertise in leading / managing and delivering work on relevant topics related to technology policy.
- **Experience of winning and delivering research projects **for UK government / EU institution / philanthropic clients on a range of technology policy issues**.**:
- **Experience of the technology field. **We are interested in a range of perspectives - your experience could be through technology development, academic research, civil society and advocacy, or the public sector.
- Evidence of **working as part of a team**, motivating others, mentoring and actively developing colleagues for skills and career progression.
- Excellent **analytical, writing and presentation skills** (evidenced by examples) and the proven ability to communicate effectively with clients and to varied internal and external audiences. You should have demonstrable experience of writing, editing and disseminating policy research reports.
- Strong **project leadership / manage
