Salary: £45,272 per annum
Hours: Full Time / Part Time (Minimum 0.8 FTE)
Contract Type: Open Ended
Location: Polaris House, Swindon
Band: UKRI Band E
Closing Date: Sunday 7th September 2025
Job Overview
This is an exciting opportunity to join the dynamic, multi-disciplinary analytical team at the heart of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI).
The Data Analysis and Statistics team is part of the UKRI Analysis and Evidence team. The team works across UKRI, providing data and analysis to colleagues across our strategy team, partners, and government. Our work plays a key role in delivering UKRI's strategy and the government's ambition to strengthen the UK’s position as a global science and technology superpower.
The UKRI Analysis and Evidence team is responsible for high-quality evidence that is vital to delivering this ambition.
The team handles key UKRI publications and employs statistics and data science to tackle some of the most challenging analytical questions across UKRI, supporting data provision for analysis. As part of the team, you will have the opportunity to work on a range of projects.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the analysis for major publications such as The Funding Investments and Outputs, and Gateway to Research.
* Manage UKRI data submissions, including parliamentary questions and FOI requests.
* Support the UKRI performance framework by providing data to inform senior funding and allocation decisions.
* Deliver insightful analysis to support a robust research and innovation foundation.
* Collaborate with stakeholders, build new links, and influence decision-making.
* Develop your technical and non-technical skills within a team and the wider analytical community.
Essential Person Specification
* Experience in statistics, data science, operational research, economics, or highly numerate subjects such as mathematics, physics, or engineering. (S)
* Experience in data wrangling, analysis, and communicating findings to technical and non-technical audiences. (S/I)
* Knowledge of statistical and data science methodologies and techniques. (S/I)
* Technical skills in SQL, R, Python, or equivalent; training will be provided. (S/I)
* Strong communication skills, both oral and written. (S/I)
* Excellent planning and organizational skills. (S/I)
Benefits
We offer a competitive pay and rewards package, supporting employee development and continuous learning. Benefits include:
* Defined benefit pension scheme
* 30 days' annual leave plus 10.5 public and privilege days (full-time equivalent)
* Employee discounts on retail and leisure activities
* Confidential employee assistance programme
* Flexible working options
Many more benefits and wellbeing initiatives to promote work-life balance. For more information, see: Benefits of working at UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)
How to Apply
Applicants should submit an up-to-date CV and a cover letter explaining their suitability for the role. For application details and the selection process, visit our careers page. If you encounter issues applying, please contact us.
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