Research Analyst

Job Title: Research Analyst

Location: London

Salary: £39,070 per annum plus benefits

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Closing Date: 12 noon, Monday 28 March 2022

Role Responsibilities:

Research and analysis

• Plan, design, and coordinate qualitative and quantitative research to support BDA policy and campaign activity
• Plan and undertake analyses of qualitative and quantitative data using appropriate software
• Conduct research and analysis to underpin the BDA’s annual evidence submission to the Review Body on Doctors’ and Dentists’ Remuneration
• Conduct membership research, using appropriate research methods and techniques to consult with BDA members about issues that concern them
• Facilitate research and support evidence-based practice across the BDA; for example, by providing expert advice on research and evidence issues
• Design and carry out evaluations of BDA services and activities

Knowledge and evidence

• Carry out literature reviews and critically evaluate evidence on dentistry-related topics
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the main sources of data and evidence relating to UK dentistry, including dental market data
• Keep up-to-date with trends in the UK dental health care sector and developments in dental health policy
• When required, undertake Freedom of Information Act requests to obtain evidence or information from public authorities

Relationships

• Collaborate with BDA colleagues to ensure that evidence and research underpins the BDA’s policy and political activities
• Liaise with individuals and organisations commissioned by the BDA to carry out research or to provide expert advice on research-related issues
• Liaise and establish links with public-sector organisations from which the BDA obtains information
• Work with the BDA’s committees to identify their research and evidence needs
• Establish and maintain links with researchers and organisations involved in dentistry research

Communication

• Communicate the findings from BDA research and analysis to internal and external audiences, including the BDA’s committees
• Disseminate BDA research and analysis through the production of high-quality research reports, research briefings, articles in BDA publications, and other media, as appropriate
• Ensure that the research section of the BDA website is maintained and kept up to date
• Respond to internal and external queries on dentistry-related topics, including the dental market and the dental workforce

The Candidate:

Essential:

• A first degree in a social-science subject
• A post-graduate qualification in economics, social research, public policy, or a health-related subject
• Interest in UK health care policy and in issues affecting health care in the UK
• Sound knowledge of the research strategies and methods used in either social or health research, including survey research methods
• At least three years’ experience of health, economic, or social research, including experience of coordinating research projects
• Experience of designing, planning, and conducting surveys
• Good knowledge of statistical methods and techniques used in the analysis of survey data
• Extensive experience in the management and analysis of large data-sets using statistical analysis packages such as SPSS
• Good understanding of the principles underpinning qualitative research
• Knowledge and experience of the methods used in analysing qualitative data
• Experience of writing research reports and disseminating research findings using a variety of media
• Able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Strong analytical skills
• Good problem-solving skills
• Excellent organisational capabilities
• Demonstrable initiative, enthusiasm and a pro-active attitude
• Excellent attention to detail
• The ability to work independently without supervision, as well as work as part of a team
• Commitment to continuing professional development
• Good negotiation skills
• Excellent IT skills

Desirable:

• Experience of carrying our surveys using online survey platforms such as or Smart Survey
• Some knowledge or experience in health economics
• Knowledge of the UK health care system
• Training or experience in the analysis of qualitative data using Nvivo or other qualitative analysis package

Benefits:

• Generous Pension Scheme
• Flexible working
• Health Cash Plan
• An Employee Assistance Programme
• Healthy Lifestyle Subsidy
• 25 days annual leave, 4 BDA Days over Christmas and New Year and 8 Bank holiday

We are particularly keen to receive applications from ethnic minority applicants who are underrepresented in this part of the BDA but also welcome applications from any candidate.

The BDA is an equal opportunities employer and an Investor in People

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