Position Overview
The Research Officer 1 (RO1) is responsible for providing support to projects within a research program under the direction of the relevant Project Director(s) or Project Manager(s) and working in collaboration with other project team stakeholders.
ACER International UK (ACER UK) is part of the ACER Group of companies and provides expert advice and services in assessment and learning to a number of government and non-government organisations in the UK and internationally. Current clients include the Standards and Testing Agency (STA), the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), the World Bank and national governments in Africa under a grant agreement with the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO). ACER is regarded as one of the world’s leading expert organisations in assessment and promoting innovation in learning for all ages.
The Research Officer (Quantitative) is responsible for supporting the design, delivery and analysis of quantitative research, assessment and evaluation projects. Working under the direction of Project Directors, Research Fellows and Project Managers, the role provides analytical expertise across a diverse portfolio of education, assessment and international development projects.
The position contributes to the delivery of high-quality research outcomes through quantitative data management, statistical analysis, reporting and the interpretation of findings. The role works collaboratively with project teams and stakeholders to support evidence-based decision-making and high-quality client outcomes.
To apply for this position and access the full position description, please submit your application via the ACER Careers website: https://careers.acer.org/job-invite/1227/
Position Accountabilities
- Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to deliver research and project outcomes to agreed objectives, timelines and quality standards.
- Undertake quantitative data management, analysis and interpretation across a range of research, assessment and evaluation projects.
- Support the design and implementation of quantitative research methodologies, surveys and assessment activities.
- Prepare reports, data outputs, visualisations and other project deliverables for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Contribute to the development and quality assurance of research instruments, assessment materials and analytical outputs.
- Support proposal development, tender submissions and business development activities through methodological and analytical input.
- Contribute to continuous improvement activities and support projects across ACER programs as required.
Qualifications
Bachelor Degree (or nearing completion) in relevant discipline
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Essential
- Demonstrated research and/or analytical skills
- Experience with analytical software such as SPSS or R
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Well-developed interpersonal skills including the ability to liaise effectively with a range of internal and external stakeholders from culturally diverse backgrounds
- Effective planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage a range of tasks with conflicting priorities
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines without compromising attention to detail
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- Computer literacy, particularly with general business software
- Willingness to learn and demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and professional development
Desirable
- Experience working on education, assessment, learning measurement or international development projects.
- Familiarity with assessment data, learning metrics and quantitative methodologies used in educational research.
- Experience contributing to proposals, tenders and business development activities.
Benefits
- Employer pension contribution of 17% through the NEST pension scheme
- 25 days annual leave, plus 8 public holidays and 3 additional days during the Christmas office closure (pro rata for part time employees)
- Hybrid working arrangements
- Up to 2 days paid volunteering leave per year
- Subsidised gym membership
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
To apply for this position and access the full position description, please submit your application via the ACER Careers website: https://careers.acer.org/job-invite/1227/
Pay: £42,237.00 per year
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London
