Policy & Data Analyst — SHAPE Observatory Insights

The British Academy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The British Academy in London is seeking a Policy and Data Analyst to join our Higher Education and Research team, providing data analysis on higher education, teaching and research policy.

You will source, monitor and evaluate data to support the SHAPE Observatory and contribute to policy outputs, briefs and responses with robust evidence for stakeholders across the sector alike. The role involves collaboration with colleagues, developing dashboards, and presenting findings at meetings.

Qualifications

• A university degree in a relevant area is desirable but not required.
• Equivalent professional experience and transferable skills are welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Source, monitor and evaluate data to support SHAPE Observatory.
• Produce statistical notes, data visualisations and analyses as needed.
• Collaborate with HE&R policy team to develop evidence-based outputs.
• Support policy publications, briefs and stakeholder engagement with robust evidence.

Skills

Data analysis

Quantitative methods

Policy research

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

University degree in a relevant area

Equivalent professional experience

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Excel

Job description

The British Academy in London is seeking a Policy and Data Analyst to join our Higher Education and Research team, providing data analysis on higher education, teaching and research policy.

You will source, monitor and evaluate data to support the SHAPE Observatory and contribute to policy outputs, briefs and responses with robust evidence for stakeholders across the sector alike. The role involves collaboration with colleagues, developing dashboards, and presenting findings at meetings.