Social Research Methodologist

Social Research Methodologist

Location: London Millbank

Job type: Permanent, Full time

Hybrid working: 3 days a week in the office 2 days working from home

About our Company

Verian is one of the top tier social research agencies in the UK. Our team is based in the heart of Westminster and comprises around 150 specialist researchers working together to provide knowledge, evidence and insight that helps Government, the private sector and the Third Sector plan and care for society. Our work is always interesting; it often involves sensitive issues and it makes a real difference to the world we live in.

About the Role

Due to business growth, we are looking for a Social Research Methodologist to join our UK Research Methods team. This role is a permanent, full time, hybrid home/office role suitable for somebody completing a Doctorate in a relevant topic.

Our Research Methods team is a group of research design specialists and data analysts, providing technical and statistical support to each of our client-handling teams. In this role, you will work across our client base and provide ad hoc support to other members of the UK Methods team, the principal focus of this role will be on complex data analysis.

Your missions

• Work on one-off studies of public sector service delivery as well as on broader evaluations of policy in their real life context
• Improve our research design (e.g. through the analysis of ‘paradata’ generated in the course of delivering large-scale social surveys).
• Apply your statistical skills and broader methodological knowledge to a variety of projects across the business for client (sampling, weighting, and multivariate analysis/interpretation of substantive data)
• Investigate new statistical techniques, software packages and routines, and reviewing methodological literature to support new offer elements within Verian
• Contribute to the methodological shape of proposed research projects, drafting elements of the bid documents, and carrying out literature searches to ensure evidential support for what is proposed)

Your Profile

• Role suitable for somebody completing a PhD in survey methods
• Robust applied knowledge of generalised linear modelling techniques
• Strong verbal and written skills.

Does this sound like you? Don’t hesitate and apply online!

We will review your application as soon as possible. If your profile and experience fit our requirements, we will invite you for a first exploratory interview.

What we offer

Joining Verian means becoming part of a dynamic and collaborative community that thrives on intellectual curiosity and a shared commitment to making a difference. As a member of our team, you will work on cutting-edge projects that influence policies, drive social change, and shape the future of our society.

You will collaborate with passionate colleagues in an open and engaging environment, where people feel included, accepted, and are allowed to thrive in a space where their wellbeing is taken into consideration. We encourage applications from all sections of society and do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status or any other legally protected characteristics.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Whether you're a seasoned professional or a recent graduate, Verian offers a stimulating and inclusive environment that fosters growth and professional development!

Visit veriangroup.com to find out more about who we are.