Manager – Evidence and Evaluation (Research Outcomes) Full Time

Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC)
Manager – Evidence and Evaluation (Analysis)

Salary: £34,905 – £37,173 per annum
Hours: Full time or Part time (minimum 0.8 FTE)
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Swindon (flexible working)
Closing Date: 07 April 24

About this role

This is an exciting time for the Evidence and Evaluation team within BBSRC as we seek to further develop our analytical capabilities to provide new insights into the BBSRC portfolio of research investments. To support this work, we are seeking someone with an interest in data analysis or data science and a curiosity about bioscience research and the wider research landscape.

This post will progress data analysis of BBSRC investments across a wide range of topic areas, spanning, agriculture, manufacturing, human and animal health, and technologies. In progressing this work, you will use a range of analysis tools and approaches including text analysis, data visualisation and research topic classification.

You may not have previous experience with these various analytical tools and data science approaches. We are looking to recruit someone with the passion and enthusiasm to develop these skills and we will support your learning and development as you progress.

Strategic data analysis is important work within BBSRC and is critical to providing a robust evidence base to inform BBSRC’s strategic activities. Through your work you will gain a robust understanding of the full portfolio of BBSRC investments, communicating this knowledge to colleagues and stakeholders with clarity and enabling data-driven insights. The post interfaces with colleagues (both analysts and strategy teams) across the wider organisation.

Main Job Activities

The main activities of the role will include but are not limited to:
Coordinate BBSRC’s collection of research outcomes data through UKRI’s research outcomes collection system and ensure that BBSRC grants data are appropriately refreshed and kept up-to-date.
Use SQL to query a relational database of BBSRC outcomes data to provide data for standardised analysis tasks as well as developing new queries in response to emerging business needs.
Develop a detailed understanding of BBSRC’s research outcomes dataset, to ensure that technical information can be clearly explained to BBSRC colleagues and other internal and external stakeholders.
Provide further insight into the research outcomes dataset through linking with other data sources. In particular, support the enrichment of BBSRC publications data through additional bibliometric analysis (e.g., using tools such as Web of Science, InCites and Dimensions).

Position and Person Requirements
Good data analysis skills, with an ability to work efficiently, accurately and in an organised and reproducible manner.
Experience of data management, including working with databases and complex datasets.
Effective communication skills, including the ability to present data clearly and concisely with thought for the needs of your audience.
Effective team working and interpersonal skills: able to build relationships and work with colleagues to deliver results.
An ability to plan and prioritise your work, manage activities and meet deadlines.

Additional information

_Developing talent_:

We are committed to developing employees in their roles throughout their career. Learning and development plans enable employees to continue their professional development through training and development opportunities such as e-learning, classroom training and on-the-job experiences. We encourage our employees to share their learning across teams and organisations.

_Benefits:_

UKRI can offer the successful candidate:

– Flexible Working

– 30 days annual leave + Public Holidays

– Access to Civil Service Pension Scheme

– Various everyday discounts through our dedicated provider

For more information and to apply, please visit our Careers Pages.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £34,905.00-£37,173.00 per year

Work Location: In person