Technical Specialist / Research Technical Professional (Research Statistics)
Location:
Hybrid (Manchester, UK)
Contract Type:
Fixed Term
Salary:
Grade 7 (£35,116 – £39,355) / Grade 8 (£40,497 – £46,735)
About the Role
Our client is investing significantly in research capability and is establishing a new Centre for Digital Data Research. This centre will combine academic expertise with advanced computing infrastructure to enable large-scale, socially responsible, and impactful research.
As part of this initiative, our client is seeking a Research Statistician to play a critical role in designing and applying statistical methodologies to support complex research projects. The role will involve collaborating closely with researchers, technical teams, and IT colleagues to provide data analysis expertise that underpins high-quality research outcomes.
This appointment is available at two levels:
* Technical Specialist (Research Statistics):
Grade 7 (£35,116 – £39,355)
* Research Technical Professional (Research Statistics):
Grade 8 (£40,497 – £46,735)
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the design, development, and optimisation of methodologies for identifying patterns, interpreting data, and formulating research solutions.
* Support the statistical analysis of large datasets, working in collaboration with academic researchers and technical colleagues.
* Ensure compliance with data ethics, governance, and privacy regulations.
* Manage data cleaning, transformation, and preparation for analysis.
* Champion best practices in data governance and security.
* Contribute to strategic planning aligned with wider digital research objectives.
* Work effectively in Linux operating environments.
Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
* Proven experience in statistical design, data analysis, and visualisation.
* Strong knowledge of modern statistical methodologies, experimental design, and power analysis.
* Proficiency in programming languages such as R and Python.
* Experience in analysing large, complex datasets and applying data governance best practices.
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders effectively.
Why Join?
This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the technical foundation of a major new research centre and to work in an environment that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. A clear career development framework is in place, enabling progression for technical professionals who demonstrate impact and expertise.
Key Information
* Closing Date:
8 September 2025
* Location:
Hybrid working, with flexible arrangements available.
* Applications are encouraged from candidates of all backgrounds. Our client is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and supports flexible working and reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.
* Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview under the Disability Confident scheme.