We’re looking for two quantitative analysts to join our School System and Performance team.
Our team’s work helps shape the national policy discussion around how the school system is structured and funded, and how that can translate into pupil outcomes including for the most vulnerable.

As a Researcher at EPI, you will have the opportunity to:

• Deliver impactful research on schools in England, often with a focus on the outcomes of the most disadvantaged pupils
• Build relationships with influential leaders of schools and academy trusts, and be part of an organisation of leading experts in education research
• Further develop your skills in quantitative analysis and statistical research
• Contribute to research for a range of projects across the whole organisation, including writing blogs and helping to present EPI research findings
• Work towards leading your own research projects

Requirements

• Excellent quantitative analytical skills with the potential to develop knowledge across a range of statistical and/or econometric techniques. You will have either completed a strong numerate degree or be able to demonstrate equivalent relevant experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as being an enthusiastic team player who is keen to help build a small but growing research institute.
• Strong motivation for learning and self-development, particularly for mastering new software, programming languages and other technical skills.
• Confident and professional communication skills, both for drafting reports and for supporting engagement with external partners.
• Knowledge of the education system in England is desirable
• Experience using data processing software such as R or Stata, and any Git platform, is also desirable.

We welcome applications from all under-represented communities and groups. As part of our commitment to increasing diversity within both our own workforce and the policy-making sector in general, we offer pre-application discussions to all candidates, including Black, Asian and other Minority Ethnic candidates and all candidates with disabilities, who would like to speak to someone about the role in advance. Please contact helen.mcglade@epi.org.uk for more details.