Research Officer
Location: Edinburgh (occasional travel to other offices) | Contract: 6 months | Rate: £250/day (Inside IR35)
Our client are seeking a temporary Research Officer who will be required to provide research support and analysis to a Principal Research Officer.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, implementation, and analysis of qualitative research, with a particular focus on conducting in-depth interviews with members of the judiciary. The role will also involve drafting project reports, preparing written briefings, and delivering presentations to senior office holders.
What you'll do:
* Design and conduct qualitative interviews with members of the judiciary, in consultation with senior research staff.
* Analyse qualitative data and prepare evidence-based findings.
* Identify and liaise with suitable candidates for interview, arranging appropriate meeting times.
* Prepare written reports, project summaries, and literature reviews.
* Present findings in both written and oral form to senior stakeholders.
* Provide ad hoc research support as required.
What you'll need:
* Undergraduate degree (or equivalent experience).
* Research-based postgraduate qualification, or equivalent research experience.
* A minimum of three years' research experience or a postgraduate degree in a social research discipline.
* Demonstrable experience in the design, implementation, and analysis of qualitative research projects.
* Experience of conducting interviews with high-status respondents.
* Knowledge of, or experience in, the Scottish criminal justice system.
Desirable criteria:
* Experience of research in the field of sexual offences.
All temporary workers must be cleared to the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Candidates must also obtain a standard level disclosure check prior to commencement.
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