Local Authority Research Practitioner

Royal Borough of Greenwich; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in London is seeking a skilled Research Practitioner for a 24-month term. The candidate will focus on improving public health outcomes through evidence-based practices while collaborating with various teams and organizations. Key responsibilities include leading research projects, analyzing data to inform policy, and advocating for inclusive service delivery. Ideal candidates should have strong analytical and interpersonal skills, demonstrating a strategic approach to overcoming health inequalities in the community.

Qualifications

• Exceptional analytical skills for data interpretation.
• Experience in designing inclusive research.
• Understanding of research governance principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support high-quality research and analysis.
• Translate insights into actionable recommendations.
• Collaborate with senior officers and partner organizations.

Skills

Excellent research skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Understanding of equality issues

Job description

Greenwich isa great placeto work.A London borough of culture and diversity, Greenwich hosts the O2 arena, the Royal Park, the Royal Observatory, the CuttySarkand the Royal Naval College.It is also a place with significant social, economic and health inequalities; the council and its partners are determined to address these as our strategic priorities.

The Public Health department is at the heart of the council’s business.It is a well-established team, with strong links across council departments, collaborative working with the NHS and excellent partnerships with the community and voluntary sectors.We are actively engaged in work across the London and the South-East London public health systems and theSouth EastLondonICS.

We now have an exciting 24-month, fixed term opportunity for an experienced professional to join our team to support the Council to improve outcomes through evidence in all policies and increasing research capacity and capabilities.The post is part funded by the Specialist Centre for Public Health, as part of the National Institute for Health and Care Research.This post will also work closely with the Councils Innovation and Research Company DG Cities.DG Cities

We are committed to becoming a learning-driven, insight-led organisation, using robust research and evidence to shape both strategic and day-to-day decisions. In this role, you will be integral to embedding a deeper understanding of residents’ needs into how we plan,deliverand evaluate services, ensuring we are tackling the main drivers of poverty in the town.As a Local Authority Research Practitioner, you will lead and support high-quality research and analysis, helping to turn evidence into action that improves outcomes for our residents.You will work closely with senior officers, partnerorganisationsand the community to shape services that are inclusive,effectiveand grounded in real-world insights.

We are looking for a strategic thinker with exceptional analytical skills and the ability to communicate findings in a clear, compelling way.You will bring strong experience in research processes and practices, ideally with an understanding of public health, health inequalities and the wider determinants of health.You will be a good communicator with well-developed planning and problem-solving skills, highly organised and flexible. The role will suit someone with initiative who is keen to work proactively and in partnership to achieve evidence in all policies. This includes contributing to building a culture of local decision making informed by robust research, supporting the development of research capacity and capability, and supporting the development of research governance systems and processes.

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• Excellent research, analysis and data management skills – with the ability to interpret complex information, spot trends and translate insights into actionable recommendations.
• Strong interpersonal skills, enabling you to build effective relationships and collaborate across teams and organisations.
• Experience of designing and conducting research that is accessible to and inclusive of diverse communities.
• Knowledge and understanding of equality issues, relevant legislation, and how to embed inclusive practice into service delivery.
• An understanding of research and data governance principles, and how to strengthen them in a local authority setting.
• The ability to manage multiple projects, deliver to deadlines and maintain a high standard of work.

For an informal discussion please contact AideenSilkeat [e-mail]

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