The Nuffield Foundation is an open, collaborative, and engaged funder, offering more than money. Its aim is to understand the social, demographic, technological and economic trends that shape people’s lives.  

We are looking for somebody with professional experience of research or analysis to specifically support the development and management of the Nuffield Foundation's portfolio of research grants within our Welfare programme, focused on research that contributes to a prosperous, fair and inclusive society. We are particularly interested in individuals with experience of research into the societal implications of net zero, the implications of the UK’s changing demographic structure, or the socioeconomic determinants and consequences of health outcomes.  

You will be familiar with a broad range of research methods in the design, development and management of research and analysis projects, with deeper understanding of some methods across areas such as econometrics, survey design, modelling or qualitative research techniques. 

As well as research and policy experience in the previously referenced areas of research, expertise in housing, family, communities and the economy would also be beneficial. A breadth of interest across our other programmes of work will also be advantageous.  

In addition to this you will have excellent verbal and written communication, be highly organised, and be able to develop collaborative relationships across the organisation.   

We are also committed to embedding Equity, Diversity and Inclusion considerations into all we do, including an active programme of work to make our grant-giving processes as inclusive as possible. An enthusiasm for doing this is essential, and experience of having done related work is not essential but would be desirable. 

This is an excellent opportunity to use your experience to ensure our research is relevant, rigorous, and impactful and ultimately make a difference to people’s lives.  

For further information about the role, please click here to download the full job description (PDF).   

About us 

The Nuffield Foundation is an independent charitable trust with a mission to advance educational opportunity and social well-being.  

We fund research that informs social policy, primarily in Education, Welfare and Justice. We also provide opportunities for young people to develop skills and confidence in science and research.  

We are the founder and co-funder of Nuffield Council on Bioethics, Nuffield Family Justice Observatory and the Ada Lovelace Institute.  

Further information and how to apply 

This is a 6 month fixed term contract, to ideally start as soon as possible. Subject to a review of ongoing resource needs, there may be a possibility of a further extension. 

We are also open to considering candidates both on a full (35 hour) or part time basis (a minimum of 3 days per week). We will also consider secondment arrangements.

The closing date for applications is 09:30am (BST) on Monday 23rd June 2025, with interviews taking place on Thursday 10th July 2025. 

You will be required to complete some questions as part of this application process, and you are also required to upload an up-to-date copy of your CV. The Applied platform lets you save an application and resume it ahead of submitting before the application deadline. 

Should you need to make an application in a different format or require any adjustments as part of the application process, please get in touch with us: recruitment@nuffieldfoundation.org 

We are committed to inclusive working practices and during the application process we commit to:  

• As a Disability Confident employer, we will offer an interview to a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the essential criteria for the job.

• making any reasonable adjustments – for example providing documents in different formats, arranging for a sign language interpreter for interviews etc  

• paying for travel costs (and any childcare or care costs) for interviews where in-person attendance is required  

Our benefits package includes:  

• A hybrid approach to working, with full time members of staff normally expected to work from our office three days a week.

• Consideration of requests for part time and/or flexible working   

• 28 days holiday per annum and all public holidays (with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days).   

• A salary exchange pension scheme that offers employer contributions of up to 11%.   

• Life assurance scheme.   

• Family leave policies that provide an enhanced level of pay.   

• Cycle to work scheme and loans towards season tickets.   

• Frequent opportunities for learning and development (including options for coaching and mentoring, and reading/development days)  

• Support with your physical, mental and financial wellbeing including an employee assistance provider, a private GP service, personal health reviews with Bupa, a will and funeral planning service and a staff network of trained Mental Health First Aiders.  

• Staff peer groups and social networks.