Overview
We are seeking a Research Officer (Data Analyst) to join the Policy & Research Team for a 23-month contract. This role will involve managing research databases and using advanced analytical tools to support high-quality research and reporting. The successful candidate will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and contribute significantly to evidence-based policy recommendations.
Responsibilities
- Support the day-to-day management of research databases and relationships between datasets.
- Conduct data cleaning, querying, and manipulation.
- Maintain and develop Excel workbooks used for research and analysis.
- Use Excel and Power BI to manipulate data and produce analytical reports.
- Analyse information gathered by wider Inquiry teams for research purposes.
- Communicate findings clearly and appropriately to a range of stakeholders.
- Take ownership of individual projects, objectives, and targets.
- Support the copy-editing and proofreading of reports, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
Requirements
- Strong practical data analysis experience with complex and sensitive datasets.
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including Power Query and Macros.
- Proficiency in analytical tools such as Power BI, Access, SQL, R, or Python.
- Experience in managing, manipulating, and analyzing large-scale research data.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines, managing competing priorities.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Effective communication and presentation skills, with a good command of English.