Job Description

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Reference number

431791
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Salary

43,116
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

Fixed term###

Length of employment

(Concluding 31 December 2030)###

Business area

UKRI - 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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Location: Westward House, Stoke Gifford, Bristol

About the job

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Job summary

Senior Statistical Analyst - Research England

Salary

: 43,116 Per Annum

Hours:

Full Time / Part Time (Minimum 0.8 FTE)

Contract Type

: Fixed Term (Concluding 31 December 2030)

Location:

Westward House, Stoke Gifford, Bristol

Grade

: UKRI Band E

Positions Available

: 1

Closing Date:

Sunday 26 October 2025

Proposed Interview Date

: Mid-November 2025


The research funding team is responsible for Research England's research funding policy evaluation, development, and implementation. Working primarily with key Analysts and the Research Data & Evidence team you will be responsible for managing work areas from the design and development of funding algorithms and quality assurance processes to delivery of new funding mechanisms and be committed to innovation and continuous improvement.

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Job description

To support the algorithm-driven allocation of research funds to higher education providers by:

Developing a sound knowledge of the Higher Education sector data used by the analyst team to underpin SIRF funding allocations. Developing a sound knowledge of the algorithm-driven (also referred to as formula-based) research funding methods used by Research England and collaborating with colleagues to develop, maintain and implement funding models. Proactively engaging early and often within and across teams to share analytical results, and to discuss findings, taking data limitations into account. Using the most appropriate methods and tools to determine and apply appropriate quantitative methods and write code to model formula-driven funding allocations, confidently adapting their approach as required to effectively manipulate a variety of data sources. Engaging with quality assurance and publication processes for disseminating outcomes. Taking responsibility for the presentation of high-quality statistical advice and analysis undertaken by self and/or team.

For a full job description please click apply and visit our careers page

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Person specification

(S) - Shortlisting Criteria (I) - Interview Criteria (S&I) - Shortlisting Criteria & Interview Criteria


Essential



Degree in mathematics, or another subject - or equivalent professional experience - containing formal statistical training. (S) Experience of coding in R language to manipulate large complex datasets. (S&I) Strong analytical experience and knowledge of applied quantitative methods, including a track record in the practical application of analysis or research with an in-depth knowledge of the development of computational and statistical methods for solving complex problems and presenting analytical findings. (S&I) Proven ability to critically assess data, recognise drivers for change, and identify where data quality issues may have arisen. (S&l) Experience of quality assurance processes, and an awareness of how these minimise errors in analytical outputs. (S&I) Able to lead developing work areas, with responsibility for high-profile processes or projects. (S&I) Strong written and verbal communication skills, to explain complex techniques and results to non-experts, including clarifying policy questions and guiding colleagues in interpretation of data. (S&I) Able to plan and manage a varied and demanding workload and respond to changing priorities. (I)

Benefits

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Alongside your salary of 43,116, UK Research and Innovation contributes 12,490 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!

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.

The closing date for applications is

Sunday 26 October 2025

Other Important Information:

UKRI is an Equal Opportunity & Disability Confident Employer.


Please apply online, if you experience any issue applying, please contact recruitment@ukri.org



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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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