Experience in a higher education institution or research organisation. Knowledge and understanding of the academic research sector, including research funding and research landscape outside the Trust. Strong ability to understand, analyse and use both quantitative and qualitative data. Ability to build collaborative working relationships with external and internal stakeholders. Excellent written and verbal communications skills, including influencing and negotiating with stakeholders and the ability to communicate with different audiences. Excellent administrative, organisational and time management skills. Strong ability to work independently and as part of a team. Experience of carrying out academic research. Research OfficerYou’ll work alongside a supportive and collaborative team that values curiosity, shared learning and practical problem-solving. The team works across organisational boundaries, engaging with specialists, staff and volunteers across multiple disciplines and locations. You’ll take an inclusive approach, with a shared commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes and making research accessible and meaningful to a wide range of audiences. Your contractual location will be our head office, Heelis in Swindon and we expect you to usually work from that office at least 1 or 2 days each week. However, there is flexibility on where you are based at other times and we expect you to work at a National Trust location for 40-60% of your working week.You’ll play a central part in building a positive, inclusive research culture. You’ll be involved in championing good research practice, advising on research proposals and supporting robust governance processes to ensure quality and consistency across research activity. Acting as a trusted point of contact for research-related queries, you’ll support colleagues at all stages of the research lifecycle, helping turn ideas into well-designed, meaningful research. Alongside managing our research funding scheme, working with our PhD cohort and contributing to our training programme, you’ll build strong, collaborative relationships with colleagues and external partners, including academic institutions, researchers and postgraduate networks. You’ll also work on research communications, sharing research activity and outputs, managing research information and reporting systems, leading our internal research communications and collaborating with communications colleagues on external communications, to increase visibility and impact.The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)• Rental deposit loan scheme• Season ticket loan• EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria)• Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts• Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.• Flexible working whenever possible• Employee assistance programme• Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you. Closing Date: 24 May 2026 Interview Date: 01 June 2026 To apply for this vacancy simply click the 'apply' button in the top right hand side of the page. *Internal Applicants only* Our colleagues work for the National Trust in many locations and sometimes don't have easy access to internal vacancy listings. Using the internet ensures we can reach as many of our colleagues as possible. We appreciate that this can be frustrating for external talent. Do note that some roles are released externally after an initial period of time. If you need any help with your application, i.e. due to technical difficulties, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at recruitmentenquiries@nationaltrust.org.uk If you require an adjustment to the application process, for example due to disability or medical condition, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at adjustments@nationaltrustjobs.org.uk and we'll support you as best as we can. For examples of how, please see our supporting you page. 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Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early and therefore we encourage you to apply for this position early.175907IRC175907SwindonPermanent f/t (37.5 hrs pw)Ends: May 24th 71.4 mi from undefinedINTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY PLEASE We’re looking for a Research Officer to join our Research Team and play a key role in delivering and strengthening our organisation’s research to support the Trust’s strategy. The role supports good research practice, providing expert advice, and ensuring high-quality research activity across the organisation. Working closely with colleagues and external partners, you will help shape how research is designed, governed, communicated and shared, ensuring it has impact and supports informed decision-making now and for the future.Heelis, Kemble Drive, Swindon, SN2 2NACompliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK36,621 pa