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The Research Assistant role presents an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing company in an industry that is rapidly transforming and to learn from the best – you would be working alongside our newly appointed Chief Methodologist, who is a multi-award-winning research methodologist, acclaimed author and speaker in our industry, recognised for their contributions to online survey design and research techniques, and commitment to improving data quality and insight. You will learn about the fundamentals of research methodology and research best practices, with opportunities to develop your skills in data analytics and machine learning.
The role
This role has a wide and all-encompassing remit with both short and long-term focusses. In the short-term, the Research Assistant will be vital in assisting with all administrative tasks to get our Chief Methodologist up-to-speed and running as quickly as possible from essential operational and administrative tasks such as attending meetings and taking action points, to gathering intelligence and data. In the long term, the Research Assistant will play a key role in the discovery, review, analysis and implementation of emerging methodologies and new ways of working. For example, one of the long-term goals could be developing solutions to help in the analysis and optimisation of surveys using machine learning techniques.
What will I be doing?
- Organise, analyse and summarise data
- Experiment with different ways of working/methodologies and report back the results alongside key observations and any recommendations in a comprehensive evaluation
- Audit survey experiences and the quality of data they produce
- Set up and planning of research experiments, project managing various planned initiatives
- Liaising with people across the organisation to get things actioned and done
- Support in writing papers and the creation of training and communications material
Ipsos UK offers a hybrid working environment, 3 days in the office and working the rest from home. Note that this role will be on a 12 month fixed term contract initially.
What do I need to bring with me?
- Strong curiosity along with an eagerness to learn and drive to improve things
- Previous experience or academic background in research methodologies is an asset
- Expert Maths and numerical skills
- Confidence and demonstrated expertise in using MS Excel
- Some working knowledge of Python/R and basic machine learning techniques
- A critical eye and genuine motivation for detail and organisation.
- A sense of design aesthetics
- An interest in behavioural science/how the mind works
- Keen to understand the business, industry and an infectious passion about what we deliver, how we deliver it and why it matters
- Tenacity and resilience to flourish in a fast-moving environment
- Excellent communication and relationship building skills
What is in it for me?
Ipsos UK offer an attractive basic salary and a rewards package including 25 days annual leave, a pension scheme and a great range of flexible benefits to suit your personal needs. Ipsos UK offers a hybrid working environment, 3 days in the office and working the rest from home. In addition to this we have a fantastic Learning & Development offer delivered through a mix of face to face, online or on-demand; you can read more by clicking here.
We realise you may have commitments outside of work and will consider flexible working applications - please highlight what you are looking for when you make your application.
Ipsos is committed to equality, treating people fairly, promoting a positive and inclusive working environment and ensuring we have diversity of people and views. We also recognise that this is important for our business success - a more diverse workforce will enable us to better reflect and understand the world we research and ultimately deliver better research and insight to our clients.
