Vacancy: Researcher
Policy Network is a leading international thinktank and political network based in
London. Through a dynamic programme of research, events and publications, we
have acquired a reputation as a leading platform for long-term strategic thinking and
international best practice, impacting upon policy debates in the UK, Europe and the
wider world.
We are recruiting for a researcher whose duties will include supporting a new
project with the Barrow Cadbury Fund on immigration and integration challenges in
the UK and the EU. Research will focus on how recent developments in immigration
and terrorism are impacting on mainstream politics in Europe, and what counternarratives and policies are available to defend an open and tolerant society.
Additionally, the research will support Policy Network’s projects in comparative
public policy research.
The successful candidate will be able to conduct rigorous analysis of empirical datasets, public policy and political discourse, combined with selective interviews with
key social scientists and political actors across the EU.
The position offers a platform on which to build an international network of contacts
in politics, policymaking and academia.
Key responsibilities
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Collect and analyse empirical research and data-sets.
Conduct interviews with key social scientists and political actors across the
EU.
Monitor and analyse relevant political and policy developments
Draft a high-profile research report to be disseminated widely across the UK
and Europe.
Policy Network, 11 Tufton Street, London, SW1P 3QB
T: +44 (0) 207 340 2200, E: info@policy-network.net, www.policy-network.net
Skills and experience
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Experience of undertaking quantitative data collection and analysis, and
qualitative policy and political research
Effective in interview methods.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to
understand and communicate a range of political ideas and policy analyses.
Very good understanding of UK, European and international politics.
Knowledge and expertise in immigration and integration challenges is a
significant advantage
Salary and contract
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Full-time contract
£25,000 – £30,000 pro-rata depending on qualifications and experience.
1 year contract, with possibility to extend to other projects
Applications and contact details
The closing date for applications is 25 February at 09:00 AM. Please note that due
to the high volume of applications, only short-listed candidates will be notified.
First Round Interviews will take place Thursday, March 3rd.
Applications should include a CV and a one page covering letter demonstrating an
understanding of the role. They should be sent to Katherine Roberts at
info@policy-network.net.
If you have any further questions with regard to this vacancy, please call +44
(0)207 340 2200.
For further information about Policy Network, please visit www.policynetwork.net
Policy Network, 11 Tufton Street, London, SW1P 3QB
T: +44 (0) 207 340 2200, E: info@policy-network.net, www.policy-network.net