Job Description

Details

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Reference number

435579

Salary

37,841
A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
GBP

Job grade

Higher Executive Officer
UKRI Band D

Contract type

Permanent

Business area

MRC - Analysis - MRC - HO Evaluation and Analysis

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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Polaris House, Swindon, Wiltshire - Hybrid working available

About the job

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Job summary

Senior Information Analyst

Salary: 37,841 per annum

Hours: Full Time or Part Time (Minimum 30 Hours)

Contract Type: Open Ended

Location: Polaris House, Swindon, Wiltshire - Hybrid working available

Band: UKRI Band D

Closing Date: 16th November 2025

Job description

The overall purpose of this role is to provide effective reporting and analysis services to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, utilising innovative and creative ways to analyse and present information. Working within the Evaluation and Analysis Team and reporting to the Lead Analyst, the Senior Information Analyst will help manage the delivery of data and information as part of a planned programme of outputs and to respond to sometimes urgent ad-hoc requests. The role will have specific responsibilities in the development and management of data regarding a range of biomedical research areas, where close working with subject matter experts is required.

Primary tasks

Manage the delivery of data, information and analysis requests as part of a planned programme of outputs or to respond to ad-hoc requests. Ensure accurate and consistent maintenance of datasets, including regular updates, validation, and documentation to support data integrity and accessibility across projects. Maintain good and proactive partner relations, particularly with MRC subject matter experts, in order to help develop and maintain portfolios of data in various research areas. Fully utilise the reporting and system tools as appropriate to extract and analyse data and provide the requested information in an appropriate format. This will demand the expert use of Excel and SQL, and may also require Alteryx, Tableau, Python, R and other software tools. Communicate accessible insight and analysis through reports, dashboards and presentations for a non-technical audience to support decision making and ensure data is utilised and correctly interpreted. Undertake ad-hoc analysis as required and promoted by senior managers in the Evaluation and Analysis team.

Secondary tasks

Management and planning of resources including supervising other staff that may report on specific projects / tasks. Engage within UKRI and externally with other partners to share good practice and develop a consistent approach to management information and presentation. Represent the MRC on cross-UKRI and cross-life sciences sector activities and projects where required. Understand changes and opportunities with evolving business intelligence and management information tools, seeking to make recommendations to improve and enhance analytical and reporting capability. Understand MRC's data within UKRI's source IT systems, the processes that generate and maintain this data to ensure consistency and accuracy of reporting. Collaborating closely with the Data Programme to take remedial action as required.

Understand Freedom of Information (FOI) and Data Protection policies so that these

Person specification

Significant, demonstrable experience in quantitative and qualitative data analysis Ability to turn analysis into clear, concise and accurate reports, visuals, dashboards and presentations tailored to a wide range of diverse audiences Ability to work collaboratively and to build effective relationships and networks with people at all levels, both internally and externally Strong communication skills with the ability to: collect requirements from a variety of internal customers; influence and persuade others; and to negotiate diplomatically Track record in the planning, organisation and delivery of projects and work streams, and the proven ability to manage competing priorities under pressure Self-motivated with the ability to work effectively both individually and as a member of a team Advanced expertise in Excel and experience or demonstrable understanding of SQL, Alteryx and data visualisation tools including Tableau Demonstrable understanding and knowledge of biomedical science, the UK research funding landscape and/or bibliometrics and citation analysis, with awareness of data protection responsibilities under GDPR

Benefits

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Alongside your salary of 37,841, Medical Research Council contributes 10,962 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!

UKRI is an Equal Opportunity & Disability Confident Employer.

Things you need to know

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Selection process details

For full details, please visit our careers site. Please submit an application including your CV and a Cover Letter that showcases how your skills and experience align to the requirements of the role.



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

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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