Assistant Methodologist

Office for National Statistics; Newport, Titchfield; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pension scheme

Flexible working patterns

Generous holiday allowance

Job summary

Office for National Statistics in the United Kingdom seeks a skilled researcher to conduct research, analyse statistical data and effectively disseminate findings. The role emphasizes statistical programming with SAS, R, Python or Stata and the ability to learn new languages.

This hybrid position offers flexible working patterns (full time, part time, flexible working, job share) with a 40% minimum office attendance and locations in Newport or Titchfield (Fareham). Closing date 3 September 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience conducting research, analysing statistical data, and disseminating findings.
• Proficient in statistical programming; SAS, R, Python, Stata; willingness to learn new languages.
• Detail-oriented with curiosity to understand systems and processes; growth mindset.
• Proactive and innovative with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to deliver high-quality outputs to tight deadlines; works independently or in a team.
• Excellent communication; present statistical results clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Research methods

Data interpretation

Communication

Tools

SAS

R

Python

Stata

Job description

Location: The locations for this role are Newport and Titchfield (Fareham).

We operate a flexible hybrid working model across the UK, with colleagues linked to one of our contractual locations and working between office and remote throughout the week. As part of the hybrid working arrangement there is a 40% minimum office attendance requirement.

Working Patterns: All our vacancies are offered as a flexible option of Full time, Part time, Flexible working, Job Share

Closing date: Apply before 11:55 pm on Thursday 3rd September 2026

Important - For Office for National Statistics (ONS) the requirement for SC clearance is to have been present in the UK for 3 consecutive years immediately prior to applying

Person specification

• Demonstrable experience in conducting research, analysing statistical data, and effectively disseminating statistical findings.
• Strong aptitude for statistical programming, ideally with experience using software such as SAS, R, Python, Stata, or similar. Willingness and ability to learn new programming languages as required.
• A keen eye for detail and an inquisitive mindset, with a natural curiosity to understand systems and processes, and a strong desire to learn and grow professionally.
• A proactive and innovative approach to developing new methods and applications, with proven problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to produce high-quality outputs within specified deadlines, both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present statistical results clearly and effectively in both written and oral formats, tailored to technical and non-technical audiences.

APPLICATION PROCESS

The application process requires writing a Personal Statement. Your personal statement should be no longer than 1250 words. You should use this space to provide evidence for each Essential criteria listed in the Person Specification. As the criteria are scored, we would recommend that you give clear examples for each including the impact of your actions using the STAR method.

Situation - the situation you had to deal with

Task - the task you were given to do

Action - the action you took

Result - what happened as a result of your action and what you learned from the experience.

In return we offer you:

• Hybrid working and flexi-time so you can work around your life, not the other way around!
• A market leading pension scheme - our employer contribution rate is around 29%
• A choice of working patterns *for every role* full-time, part-time, job-share.
• Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of 26 weeks full pay (subject to qualifying criteria)
• Opportunities to learn new technology & skills on the job, utilising blocked out Protected Learning Time in your weekly schedule and taking advantage of the support of our Communities of Practice
• Employee Assistance Programmes
• Diversity Network Groups
• Mental Health Allies
• Civil Service Sports and Social club
• Generous holiday allowance – 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 days after 5 years service in addition to 9 public holidays