Research Officer

Research Officer
Location: Edinburgh (occasional travel to other offices)
Contract: 6 months
Rate: £250/day (Inside IR35)

Our client are seeking a temporary Research Officer who will be required to provide research support and analysis to a Principal Research Officer.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, implementation, and analysis of qualitative research, with a particular focus on conducting in-depth interviews with members of the judiciary. The role will also involve drafting project reports, preparing written briefings, and delivering presentations to senior office holders.

What you'll do:

• Design and conduct qualitative interviews with members of the judiciary, in consultation with senior research staff.
• Analyse qualitative data and prepare evidence-based findings.
• Identify and liaise with suitable candidates for interview, arranging appropriate meeting times.
• Prepare written reports, project summaries, and literature reviews.
• Present findings in both written and oral form to senior stakeholders.
• Provide ad hoc research support as required.

What you'll need:

• Undergraduate degree (or equivalent experience).
• Research-based postgraduate qualification, or equivalent research experience.
• A minimum of three years' research experience or a postgraduate degree in a social research discipline.
• Demonstrable experience in the design, implementation, and analysis of qualitative research projects.
• Experience of conducting interviews with high-status respondents.
• Knowledge of, or experience in, the Scottish criminal justice system.

Desirable criteria:

• Experience of research in the field of sexual offences.

All temporary workers must be cleared to the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Candidates must also obtain a standard level disclosure check prior to commencement.