Educational Impact Evaluation Researcher

Oxford Brookes University; Oxford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working where the role allows

25 days annual leave plus bank/public/

Local Government pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Employee wellbeing and support

Employee networks and community

Job summary

Oxford Brookes University is seeking an Educational Impact Evaluation Researcher (part-time 0.8FTE) based at the Gipsy Lane campus to support an evidence-based approach for student success and engagement. The role involves evaluating educational strategies and ensuring academic quality to meet external requirements including TEF and OfS B3 conditions.

Working with the Oxford Centre for Academic Enhancement and Development (OCAED), you will lead evaluations, review literature, and produce

Qualifications

• Experience evaluating educational strategies, interventions and projects.
• Ability to produce high-quality written reports and accessible summaries.
• Knowledge of data protection and ethical requirements relating to research.

Responsibilities

• Lead evaluations of institutional initiatives such as curriculum reform and digital education.
• Use qualitative and quantitative methods to analyze datasets related to academic quality and student outcomes.
• Evaluate impact and educational gain of educational strategies and report outcomes to committees.
• Conduct literature reviews to identify best practice and advise on application at the University.
• Support academic staff in designing evaluation approaches for teaching and learning projects.
• Author high-quality reports and produce accessible dataset summaries for diverse audiences.
• Present evaluation outcomes to senior colleagues and contribute to regulatory responses.
• Maintain strong project management skills and meet deadlines; advanced Excel skills.
• Communicate data-driven insights clearly to a range of stakeholders.

Job description

Based at our Gipsy Lane campus and reporting to Dr Adrian J. Wallbank, the Educational Impact Evaluation Researcher (part-time 0.8FTE) will support an evidence-based approach to ensuring student success and engagement. You will be responsible for evaluating the impact of a range of educational strategies, interventions, and projects. This role involves maintaining academic quality and ensuring the university meets external requirements, including those related to the TEF, OfS B3 conditions, and the University's Access and Participation Plan.

About the team The Oxford Centre for Academic Enhancement and Development (OCAED) is dedicated to inspiring transformational academic practice through inclusive, collaborative, and compassionate enhancement across Oxford Brookes' diverse education portfolio. We work closely with staff, students, and stakeholders including our Associate College Partner institutions to ensure our provision exemplifies inclusive practice and supports positive, compassionate change in teaching, research, and innovation.

What will I be doing?

Based at our Headington campus, you'll experience the vibrant campus atmosphere and benefit from our modern office environment. The campus is one mile from the centre of Oxford and is served by regular public transport. This role is likely to require 1-2 days on campus per week.

• Lead evaluations of institutional initiatives, such as curriculum reform, digital education, AI in Education, and educational development programmes.
• Utilize qualitative and quantitative research methods to analyze and review datasets in relation to academic quality and student outcomes.
• Evaluate the impact and educational gain of a range of educational strategies and action plans, reporting outcomes to individuals and committees.
• Conduct literature searches and reviews to identify best practice from across the Higher Education sector and make recommendations for application at the University.
• Support academic staff in designing appropriate evaluation approaches for Scholarship of Teaching and Learning projects.
• Author high-quality written reports and produce accessible summaries of datasets for a range of audiences.
• Present the outcomes of evaluation, impact, and performance against targets to senior colleagues across the University.
• Contribute to institutional responses for regulatory bodies, such as the Office for Students.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to effectively multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Excellent IT and data analysis skills, including advanced Excel proficiency.
• Robust knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research or evaluation methods and analysis.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey detailed, data-driven information in an understandable and engaging manner to a range of stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of data protection and ethical requirements relating to research and evaluation.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.

PLEASE NOTE: This is an internal advert and is open to current Oxford Brookes University staff only.

About us

Oxford Brookes University is distinctive in nature. We are a modern and forward-thinking institution rooted in, and connected to a city with a rich history of culture and learning. We are a globally recognised University focused on providing high-quality teaching, delivering impactful research and an excellent student experience. Our vision is simple: "We shape tomorrow through the open and inclusive exchange of knowledge and ideas" Our people are at the heart of the University - our excellence in teaching, research and knowledge exchange depends on the engagement, capability and wellbeing of our people. We strive to create and encourage an environment where people have the opportunity to develop, progress and thrive. In acknowledgment of our commitment to gender equality and progression, we proudly hold the Athena SWAN Bronze award, a testament to our unwavering dedication to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all. Join us at Oxford Brookes University, where every step forward is a leap toward a brighter tomorrow.

Benefits

As an Oxford Brookes employee, you will enjoy a total of a minimum of 25 days holiday, rising with your service, plus 8 Bank Holidays and additional University concessionary Days (approx 5 per year). We encourage and support hybrid working where the role allows and ensure that you have the necessary equipment to allow you to work flexibly. We have an extremely competitive Local Government pension scheme, as well as providing all staff with financial education, a comprehensive employee assistance helpline. We prioritise the well-being of our employees-both physically and mentally, as well as financially. That's why we provide a diverse and comprehensive benefits package to support our team.

• Discounted rates for the University sports & gym facilities
• Brookes on-site Nursery.
• Discounted travel options
• TOTUM card discount scheme
• Relocation scheme (for moves over 30 miles)
• Training and development opportunities
• Connected community - Brookes have a wide variety of staff networks which instil a sense of community offering employees a space for support, guidance and friendship making it a vibrant and inclusive place to work.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

At Oxford Brookes, inclusivity is one of our five guiding principles: we take positive steps to create an environment in which we celebrate, value and provide equal opportunity to all. We are committed to recruiting from the widest possible pool and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who embrace our values, regardless of their background. As a Disability Confident Employer we guarantee to interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential selection criteria.

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