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Research Analyst

£35,326 to £39,739 per annum

University of Kent

HEAT Project

Location: Other
Salary: £35,326 to £39,739 per annum
Grade: Grade 7
Post Type: Full Time
Contract Type: Fixed Term - Ends 31/12/2023
Release Date: Friday 05 November 2021
Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Sunday 21 November 2021 (unless otherwise stated)
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Reference: CSF-372-21

Are you an experienced research analyst used to conducting high level research and reporting and translating data into meaningful information for different audiences?

The Higher Education Access Track (HEAT) service supports more than 100 universities and other providers of higher education (HE) outreach activities and helps members with the targeting, monitoring and evaluation of outreach work.

The team is now seeking a Research Analyst to advise on data collection and analytical techniques that yield the robust evaluation and impact reporting required by the sector. You will need to have a good understanding of quantitative and qualitative analysis for monitoring and evaluating widening participation projects along with excellent verbal and written communication skills to relay complex information in an engaging and accessible way.

The role is based at our Canterbury campus, however, there is the option of full remote-working for this post.

As Research Analyst you will:
provide high quality quantitative data analysis and impact reporting for HEAT member Outreach Providers
contribute to innovative business intelligence solutions using data to provide intelligence that aids Providers in meeting their regulatory requirements
play a leading role in identifying analytical techniques that make full use of HEAT's longitudinal tracking dataset in order to provide sector evidence on the impact of outreach interventions
deliver analytical training and advice and share analytical expertise with external colleagues in universities

To be successful in this role you will have:
BA/BSc in a relevant degree (Social Science) or equivalent
proven experience of designing evaluation to examine the impact of a social intervention
experience of applying analytical techniques to data to generate meaningful information on a social issue
knowledge and empathy with the issues surrounding widening participation and inclusiveness in Higher Education and policy issues

If you have the skills and experience we are looking for, this is a great opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and inspirational environment which offers excellent benefits.

The University of Kent is a distinctive and attractive place to work. We employ over 6,000 staff, including academic and research staff and a full range of support and administration staff. Our stunning main campus in Canterbury, Kent was founded in 1965 and is set among green and tranquil open space overlooking the spectacular Cathedral. Our staff enjoy competitive salaries, an occupational pension scheme, generous holiday entitlements and a great working environment.

Please see the links below to view the full job description and to apply for this post. For further information regarding the application process, please contact centralservicesresourcing@kent.ac.uk quoting ref number:CSF-372-21

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