Senior Research Analyst/Research Analyst
3 weeks ago
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.
The Home Affairs and Social Policy Research Group undertakes research across a number of public policy areas, including employment, education, crime and justice. We employ robust methods and offer multi-disciplinary perspectives.
We are looking for a Research Analyst or Senior Research Analyst to tackle critical issues in employment, supporting a portfolio of major projects on:
- Labour market policy and legislation
- Employment services and support
- Working conditions, atypical and non-standard forms of employment
- Skills and qualifications, upskilling and reskilling
- Implications for the labour market of the green and digital transitions
- Future of work (e.g. new technologies, including AI)
Our projects are diverse in nature, including evaluations of employment support programmes for vulnerable groups – people who are inactive or low-skilled, have mental or physical health conditions (randomised controlled trials and quasi-experimental impact evaluations, process evaluations and economic evaluations), evidence syntheses and international comparisons. We encourage applications from those with training and expertise in one or several of these methods and approaches.
You will have the opportunity to work alongside renowned experts on projects with national and international reach and conduct cutting-edge research using a variety of methods. You will be able to drive positive change by translating research into clear, actionable policy recommendations.
The position offers huge potential to be involved the design and implementation of all steps of the research process, from proposing research ideas, detailed research design, data collection, analysis and reporting, as well as research management, ethics and governance.
Key Responsibilities- Managing research projects including budgeting, timetables, deliverables, and delegating tasks to team members.
- Conducting high-quality research by:
- Drafting data collection tools (surveys, interview guides, etc.)
- Conducting in-depth literature reviews on your specialist area.
- Collecting data through interviews, focus groups, or other qualitative methods.
- Analysing quantitative and qualitative data using appropriate tools and software.
- Preparing clear and concise presentations and research briefs for policymakers and other audiences.
- Drafting sections of research reports with minimal supervision.
- Maintaining regular communication with collaborators, clients, and funders to ensure project success.
- Identifying opportunities to disseminate research findings through publications, conferences, and presentations.
- Contributing to business development activities by seeking new research opportunities.
- Supporting strategic corporate initiatives aligned with RAND Europe's mission.
Requirements
- PhD in a social science, public policy or related discipline (or be close to finishing a PhD).
- Equivalent relevant experience in applied labour market research may be considered.
- Demonstrated expertise in your chosen specialist area (labour market policy and legislation, employment services and support, etc.).
- Experience with a variety of research methodologies (quantitative, qualitative, mixed methods).
- Excellent report writing skills, with the ability to tailor content for policy audiences.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Fluency in English – essential.
- Proficiency in other languages – desired.
Benefits
- Pension - 8% Employer contribution;
- 33 days holiday allowance, including the Bank Holidays;
- Annual salary review;
- BUPA medical insurance;
- Generous company sick pay;
- Enhanced family friendly policies;
- Group income protection scheme;
- Group life assurance;
- Compassionate leave;
- Flexible working arrangements;
- Learning and development opportunities;
- Employee wellbeing training and support;
- Fresh fruit every day;
- Free on-site parking;
- Cycle to work scheme;
- Access to company bikes;
- Service awards.
Starting salary from £30,000 per annum at Analyst level and £40,000 per annum for Senior Analysts
How to ApplyIf you believe you are suited to the above role, please submit an application comprising of a CV and covering.
If you have not been contacted within 30 days of application deadline, please assume your application has not been successful.
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