Senior Researcher

Morgan Hunt
Glasgow
11 months ago
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Job description

We have a current opportunity for a Senior Researcher on a contract basis. The position will be based in Glasgow. For further information about this position please apply.

Job Title - Senior Researcher

Contact - 3 Months (Hybrid - 1 day per week)

Pay - £ - per day (Inside IR35)

Office Location- Glasgow

Key Responsibilities:

Lead, shape, and deliver high-quality, inclusive quantitative (or qualitative/mixed methods) research projects, ensuring a tangible impact on policy decisions and supporting our strategic objectives. Provide technical expertise and oversight in survey research and quality assurance at all stages of the research process, supporting the Principal Researcher and the wider team. Conduct or oversee advanced analysis of large datasets to build our evidence base on consumers, collaborating with data scientists and other analysts. Mentor less experienced staff on quantitative research methods and actively participate in the Research and Behavioural Science sub-profession to help build capability. Ensure research and analysis have a significant impact and are effectively interpreted and communicated in policy papers. Advocate for the consumer's perspective. Present consumer insights to internal and external stakeholders at all levels in an engaging manner, raising the profile and impact of the team and the research. Collaborate with the behavioural science team to ensure a holistic view of policy issues and the most appropriate research methods. Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, such as peers in other regulators, government departments, and research agencies.

Role Requirements:

Proven track record in leading the design and delivery of quantitative social research projects. Advanced technical expertise in quantitative analysis using survey data, including a strong understanding of statistical methods and hypothesis testing. High proficiency in tools such as SPSS, Python, R, or similar for manipulating, analyzing, and visualizing research data. Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to identify research and collaboration opportunities. Skilled in evaluating, synthesizing, and interpreting evidence from various sources, drawing logical conclusions, and effectively communicating findings to senior non-specialists. Experience in managing or mentoring less experienced researchers.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

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