Job Description

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Reference number

424127
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Salary

45,272
A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
GBP
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Job grade

Senior Executive Officer
UKRI Band E###

Contract type

Permanent###

Business area

UKRI - Data, Policy, Governace and MI###

Type of role

Analytical###

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time###

Number of jobs available

1

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Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information

Location

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Location: Polaris House, Swindon (Hybrid Working)

About the job

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Job summary

Salary:

45,272 per Per Annum

Hours:

Full Time / Part Time (Minimum 0.8 FTE)

Contract Type

: Open Ended

Location:

Polaris House, Swindon (Hybrid Working)

Closing Date:

Sunday 7th September 2025


This is an exciting opportunity to join the dynamic, multi-disciplinary analytical team at the heart of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI).


The Data Analysis and Statistics team is part of the UKRI Analysis and Evidence team. The team works across UKRI, providing data and analysis to colleagues across our strategy team, partners and government. Our work plays a key role in delivering UKRI's strategy and the governments ambition to strengthen the UK's position as a global science and technology superpower. The UKRI Analysis and Evidence team are responsible for the high-quality evidence that is vital to delivering this ambition.


The team is responsible for key UKRI publications and it uses of statistics and data science to tackle some of the most challenging analytical questions across UKRI and supports the provision of data for analysis. As part of the team you will have the opportunity to work in a range of areas and projects

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Job description

As part of the Data Analysis and Statistics team this role will:

Lead on the delivery of the analysis for our major publications: The Funding Investments and Outputs, and Gateway to Research Lead on a range of UKRI data submissions, including parliamentary questions and freedom of information act requests. Lead on the provision of data for the UKRI performance framework which will support and advise senior UKRI colleagues on funding and allocation decisions. Deliver insightful and challenging analysis to strengthen and support a robust research and innovation foundation. Work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders, building new links and directly interacting with and influencing stakeholders and customers. Work as part of a team, developing your own technical and non-technical skills, and being an active member of the wider analytical community. ###

Person specification

(S) - Assessed at shortlisting (I) - Assessed at interview (S&I) - Assessed at both shortlisting and interview

Relevant experience in working in statistics, data science, operational research, economics or highly numerate subjects such as mathematics, physics or engineering. (S) Experience wrangling data; producing analysis and communicating it to technical and non-technical stakeholders. (S/I) Familiarity with a range of statistical and data science methodologies and techniques. (S/I) Technical experience analysing data with tools such as SQL, R and/or Python or equivalent. Training will be provided. (S/I) Strong and effective communication skills both oral and written. (S/I) Excellent work planning and organisation. (S/I)

Benefits

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Alongside your salary of 45,272, UK Research and Innovation contributes 13,115 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
We recognise and value our employees as individuals and aim to provide a favourable pay and rewards package. We are committed to supporting employees' development and promote a culture of continuous learning!

A list of benefits below:

An outstanding defined benefit pension scheme 30 days' annual leave in addition to 10.5 public and privilege days (full time equivalent) Employee discounts and offers on retail and leisure activities Employee assistance programme, providing confidential help and advice Flexible working options

Plus many more benefits and wellbeing initiatives that enable our employees to have a great work life balance!

For further information on our benefits please see:

Benefits of working at UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)

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Selection process details

Applicants are required to provide an up-to-date CV and a cover letter outlining their suitability for the role. Further information on how to apply and the selection process is listed on our careers page, if you experience any issue applying, please contact Recruitment@ukri.org



Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.###

Security

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.###

Nationality requirements

This job is broadly open to the following groups:


UK nationals nationals of the Republic of Ireland nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020 Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service
Further information on nationality requirements
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Working for the Civil Service

Please note this Post is NOT regulated by the Civil Service Commission.
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.###

Diversity and Inclusion

The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy .

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Contact point for applicants

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Job contact :

Name : Recruitment Team Email : Recruitment@ukri.org
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Recruitment team

Email : Recruitment@ukri.org ###

Further information

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