Research Fellow
We are looking for a talented researcher to join our team based in Brighton.
If you would like to be at the forefront of social research and help influence government policy and employer practice, and you feel you have the skills to match what we are looking for, then we would welcome your application.
Making a difference through social research
IES is a leading independent centre of excellence for research and consultancy in public policy, employment and the labour market. We are not-for-profit and a registered charity, with a mission to bring about sustainable improvements in employment policy and human resource management. We achieve this by increasing the understanding and improving the practice of key decision-makers in policy bodies and employing organisations.
About you
We are looking for a competent and talented researcher. Ideally you’ll have:
■ A good degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. social sciences, psychology, economics) at Masters or higher level.
■ At least two years’ work experience in applied social research; candidates at the upper end of the salary scale will have at least four years’ experience in applied social research.
■ A good understanding of at least one of the priority areas that we specialise in – i.e. employment, labour market, or education, skills and careers policy; with a genuine interest in making a difference to public policy and practice.
Your benefits
IES is based in Brighton. We offer excellent benefits including 27 days holiday per year plus four closure days over Christmas in addition to bank holidays and a contributory career-average defined-benefit pension scheme (USS). We also offer career progression and development opportunities and support you to disseminate your research, build your external reputation and expand your knowledge through working with our expert staff.
How to apply
To learn more about the role please download the full job description and if you wish to apply, please download and complete an IES application form and equal opportunties monitoring form by Monday 26th September 2022 and send to: careers@employment-studies.co.uk.
At IES, our research and practice are guided by our values and our staff act in accordance with these. Our values centre on: respecting others, acting with integrity, collaboration, curiosity, excellence and compassion.
The Institute for Employment Studies is actively seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce and welcomes applications from all under-represented communities and groups. We are particularly keen to attract candidates from ethnic minority groups given their under-representation within applied social research. We are a Disability Confident Employer and are happy to make reasonable adjustments to accommodate the individual requirements of candidates with disabilities.
Legal note
The Institute for Employment Studies:
- is a registered charity (no. 258390)
- seeks to be an equal opportunities employer
- is an Investor in People