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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