Empower Future Leaders.
Doing things differently.
Research Fellow in Data Science and Data Analytics
£32, - £38, per annum (pro rata)
Fixed-Term Contract – 1 Year
Salary to be determined following interview with selection panel - scope to appoint at the grade above based on experience(38, - £43, p.a. pro rata)
Role Overview
This role has a dual focus:
This is an exciting opportunity to work on projects that directly impact decision-makers, policymakers, funders, and practitioners within the VCSE sector.
Diverse community. Inclusive Research.
The NTU VCSE Data and Insights Observatory is seeking a Research Assistant to join our innovative team. Since its establishment in , The Observatory has become a leading research centre dedicated to collaborating with and for the Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector. Our mission is to measure, evaluate, and communicate trends and insights that empower the sector to analyse existing data and generate new data, using rigorous methodologies that reduce data redundancy and duplication.
Key Skills and Experience Required
Expertise in data analytics and data cleaning. Proficiency in Python. Some experience in designing interactive dashboards. Some experience in rapid prototyping work.Personal Attributes
Strong teamwork skills. Ability to take initiative and work creatively. Ability to collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders effectively.About the VCSE Data and Insights Observatory
The Observatory is committed to increasing the capacity and capability of VCSE organisations by developing a robust, unified data infrastructure. We provide practical resources and tools that generate insights about the sector, supporting organisational decision-makers and analysts in their work.
This role will be hybrid.
Interview date:W/C 23rd September
About Us
Nottingham Business School’s (NBS) purpose is to provide research and education that combines academic excellence with positive impact on people, business and society.
In Education NBS is a world leader in experiential learning and personalisation and in Research is committed to excellence which combines academic rigour with beneficial impact on social, economic and societal welfare, as well as informing the design and delivery of all its degree, masters and doctoral programmes. NBS has an unrivalled level of engagement with business, public and voluntary organisations and thus is known as the business school for business. For more information on
At NTU, we do things differently. Join one of Europe’s leading and largest business schools to help drive forward inclusive research and make a real difference to people’s lives.
For any informal queries about the role or the team, please contactDaniel King, Professor of Organizational Studies and Director of the VCSE Data and Insights Observatory,
Join Us
Between 30 and 35 daysannual leave per year (dependent on grade) plus statutory bank holidays and 5 university closure days pro rata Hybrid working- we encourage and offer a mixture of office working and working from home. You're empowered to define how you work best for the benefits of your stakeholders.Flexibility- take ownership over how you get your work done. We're open to different working patterns and approaches.Salary Sacrifice Retirement Savings Planwith life assurance and income protection. Available to colleagues who choose to opt out of the contractual pension scheme. Minimum colleague contributions of 0% matched with minimum NTU contributions of 8%. Access to a wealth of formal and informal professional development opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career. Range of health and wellbeing services, voluntary benefits, discounts, and savings for all colleagues. Find out more about the range of benefits we offer at And a whole lot more…Come and be part of our success. Apply today.
Safe and Inclusive
At NTU, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our students and colleagues. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team.
Please note that unfortunately, this role has been assessed as ineligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration points-based immigration system, upcoming immigration rules (4th April ) changes may impact on eligibility for sponsorship, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position.
Visit more information. However, applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK, but who would be eligible to obtain a valid visa via another route. Please consult the for further information.
Please note that this role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and successful applicants will be asked to declare any unspent criminal convictions.
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