Senior International Policy & Data Analyst, THE BRITISH ACADEMY

About the role

This is an exciting new role in the British Academy’s Global Strategy, Policy & Engagement Team. You will have a leading role in taking forward the Academy’s international policy and data work. You will be the team expert on quantitative evidence gathering - including primary and secondary analysis - and use of this evidence through modelling and dissemination.

Responsibilities

• Identify evidence and data, including gaps and trends, that provide insight into and further the Academy’s goal of shaping and influencing international policy, particularly as this pertains to demonstrating the health and benefits of the SHAPE disciplines, knowledge systems strengthening and equitable partnerships.
• Work with colleagues, Academy Fellows and wider stakeholders in research, policy and practice to lead on projects and strands of programmes within the Academy’s diverse and fast-moving international policy and engagement portfolio.
• Take a proactive and collaborative approach in growing a quantitative evidence base.
• Proficient in numerical data gathering, analysis, and visualisation to support the Academy in promoting and making the case for its disciplines internationally.
• Work closely with colleagues in the Academy’s Higher Education & Research Policy team and those supporting the Academy’s SHAPE Observatory.
• Work across all areas of the Academy’s international strategy and engagement and international policy programs, with a main focus on EU research and innovation and international mobility policy, and global research and innovation policy.

Requirements

The successful candidate will have:

• A relevant PhD in a relevant field (e.g., economics, political science, sociology, etc.) or equivalent professional experience.
• Proven experience in quantitative data analysis and evidence-based policy-making.
• Experience in project management and strategic planning.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret and communicate complex data.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of international policy issues and the ability to contribute to the Academy’s international strategy.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• A relevant PhD in a relevant field (economics, political science, sociology, etc.) or equivalent professional experience.
• Proven experience in quantitative data analysis and evidence-based policy-making.
• Experience in project management and strategic planning.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret and communicate complex data.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of international policy issues and the ability to contribute to the Academy’s international strategy.

Skills

The successful candidate will possess:

• Expertise in quantitative data analysis and evidence-based policy-making.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of international policy issues and the ability to contribute to the Academy’s international strategy.

Benefits

The British Academy offers a competitive benefits package including:

• A 35-hour working week with flexible hours under our hybrid-working policy.
• 34 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• A subsidised canteen.
• An excellent occupational pension.

Pay

The salary for this role is £45,000 - £50,000 per annum.

Schedule

The role is full-time and permanent.