Research Analyst x2

Job Description

The Scottish Qualifications Authority is Scotland’s national awarding and accreditation body. We are trusted to oversee thousands of qualifications that are available in schools, colleges and workplaces, not just in this country, but around the world.

We are looking for two Research Analysts to work within the newly established Research & Evaluation team. SQA is happy to consider both full-time and part-time applications for these roles.

The Research & Evaluation team has been established to enable SQA to ensure decision making is evidence based, drawing on a sound understanding of SQA’s existing provision and best practice from around the world.

The successful applicant will require a track record of successful research and dissemination to a wide range of audiences. You need to be familiar with a range of research methods and approaches, and must be able to work with a range of colleagues at all levels and disciplines within the team and the wider organisation. Strong relationship building, presentation, and interpersonal skills are essential.

Working closely with senior researchers, you will design, undertake and disseminate a number of different research projects. You will work with colleagues across the organisation to understand their research needs, and to promote the work the team does and can do for SQA.

Additionally, you must be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience:

• Producing high quality work that considers the needs of different audiences, and helps them understand research findings.
  • Organisational and planning skills to prioritise a complex workload
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

Applicants, as a minimum, should be educated to SCQF level 9 degree level or equivalent. A post-graduate qualification or experience working in a similar role would be advantageous.

SQA offer a fantastic benefits package in return for your talent. These include but are not limited to a career average pension scheme; staff well-being and health assistance programmes; development opportunities and 27 days annual leave in addition to 14 days public holiday.

If you think you’ve got the skills, knowledge and experience required to succeed in this exciting opportunity please apply below.

SQA welcomes applications from every section of the community. SQA has a Gaelic Language Plan and is committed to its purpose.
Tha Plana Gàidhlig aig SQA agus tha sinn a' creidsinn gu h-àrachdach agus na h-amasan a tha air cur a-mach sa Phlana Nàiseanta don Ghàidhlig.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and encourage applications from all members of the community. We are committed to the Disability Confident Initiative and offer a guaranteed interview to any applicant who considers themself to be disabled and who meets the competency requirements for the post.