£35k – £48k per annumEstimated
The National Foundation for Educational Research is calling on individuals with a passion in making an impact on the lives of others via education and with sound analytical skills to join them as a Quantitative Analyst. Applications individuals who meet the criteria below are highly welcome for the rewarding role.
As an independent, not-for-profit organisation, NFER invests any surplus funds directly back into their programme of research to address key questions in education – delivering new knowledge to help build better futures – and in increasing our impact and support for policy makers and practitioners.
The mission of NFER is to generate evidence and insights that can be used to improve outcomes for future generations everywhere, and to support positive change across education systems.
The organisation’s long history, vast experience and pioneering methods have established their reputation as an authoritative, trusted and respected voice in education. Today that reputation is enhanced with an unmatched depth and breadth of specialist education knowledge, talent and methodological expertise.
Their clients include government departments and agencies at international, national and local levels, third sector organisations, private and public companies, employers and other organisations with an interest in education. They all benefit from the full range of our expert and professional services.
Position: Quantitative Analyst
Job Type: Full Time
Location: Slough/York, UK (Hybrid or Remote)
About the Role
As a Quantitative Analyst at NFER, you will shape and design research and evaluation projects that address pressing education policy and practice questions. Your work will involve working with primary data and analysis of secondary datasets, contributing to both UK and international education and development initiatives.
Main Duties
- Lead the quantitative elements of mixed methods research projects, ensuring the analysis addresses research questions and client interests.
- Manage small to medium-sized quantitative research and evaluation projects through their lifecycle, overseeing progress, risk, budget, and quality outputs.
- Prepare, share, and quality-check reports and other outputs for various audiences.
- Communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders, managing relationships and addressing issues promptly.
- Contribute to the development of innovative research and analysis solutions, and support the proposal development process.
- Represent NFER at external meetings, conferences, and events, promoting our research and gaining insights into market and methodological developments.
Qualifications
- A degree with a strong focus on quantitative approaches (e.g., economics) or equivalent professional experience.
- Proven experience applying quantitative research and evaluation methods to education, social policy, and/or international development.
- Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., STATA, SPSS, or R) and MS Excel.
- Ability to work autonomously and meet deadlines consistently.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with experience drafting reports and publications.
- Competitive salary, ranging from £41,000 to £46,000
- Skilled Worker visa sponsorship (if applicable)
- 42 days’ holiday per year including Bank Holidays + additional discretionary days
- Flexible working arrangement from day one including access to an office and working from home (the team come together once a month)
- Lots of well-being and social activities
Required Documents
- CV/Resume
Application Process
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Student Advice Coordinator Ref 31164
£26k – £36k per annumEstimated
Brighton and Sussex Medical School
Full time (36.5 hours per week). Requests for flexible working options will be considered (subject to business need).
Starting at £24,533 to £27,979 per annum, pro rata if part time. Please be aware that any role graded below 5.4 or £31,396 per annum will not be eligible sponsorship
Contract Type
Permanent
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- Brighton and Sussex Medical School invites applications for the post of Student Advice and Wellbeing Coordinator.
- Based at the University of Brighton Falmer site, the postholder is part of the School’s Advice and Wellbeing team.
- The postholder will provide a first point of contact triage service via email for students who contact the Advice and Wellbeing Team and is responsible for providing appropriate information and signposting.
- A key part of the job will be organising and scheduling appointments for students with advisers, the Director and Deputy Director of Student Support, occupational health and the Medical School’s professionalism committee.
- The postholder will also be responsible for minuting team meetings, the production of reports on service usage for relevant committees, updating guidance documents.
- The postholder will have responsibility for organizing events and co-delivering talks to students at key points during the year e.g. induction, examination periods
- Applicants should possess excellent IT, communication and organisational skills.
- The post requires a high level of personal responsibility, sensitivity and initiative.
- Knowledge and experience of the ways in which marginalisation affects student wellbeing and a desire to contribute to ensuring the medical school is inclusive and welcoming are essential.
The University is committed to equality and valuing diversity, and applications are particularly welcomed from people with marginalized identities.
2. The School / Division
Please find further information regarding the school/division:
Brighton and Sussex Medical School is a joint venture between the Universities of Sussex and Brighton and works in partnership with NHS organisations throughout the South East region. Find out more at: bsms.ac.uk/about
The University of Brighton is a complex and diverse institution with a long and distinguished history of applied research. Find out more: brighton.ac.uk/about-us/
Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust is the regional teaching hospital working across two sites: the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton and the Princess Royal Hospital in Haywards Heath. Find out more: bsuh.nhs.uk/about-us/
Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust specialises in working with people who are experiencing mental health difficulties and those with learning disabilities, across Sussex, Kent and Hampshire. Find out more: sussexpartnership.nhs.uk/about-us
The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Please note: The University requires that work undertaken for the University is performed from the UK.
Visa Sponsorship Queries: This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route.
The benefits that you will receive from day one;Generous pension scheme,Purchase additional Annual Leave through our Scheme for a great home and work life balance,Discounts of public transport, Cycle to work Scheme, and special rates in hotels in Brighton and the Sussex region,Discounts on high-street shops through our Rewards partner, along with a Cash back Health Plan,Considerable discount on our on-site Gym Facilities because we care about our employees’ Health and Wellbeing.
University of Sussex
Sussex House, Falmer
Brighton, BN1 9RH
United Kingdom#J-18808-LjbffrShow more