Senior Research Analyst/Research Analyst (Socio-Economic Impacts and Digital Security)

23 May 2023
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Trilateral Research Ireland and UK

Research Field

Economics » Social economics
Other

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

United Kingdom

Application Deadline

23 Jun 2023 – 00:00 (Europe/London)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

40

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

H2020

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

Yes

Offer Description

Trilateral Research are recruiting for either a Research Analyst or Senior Research Analyst to join TRI’s Innovation & Research team  (Cybersecurity). In this role you will lead and execute research projects, grow subject matter expertise and thought leadership in the domain of applying a socio-economic impact assessment to emerging technology, and contribute to research business development activities. Initially this is offered as a fixed-term, 12-month contract with the possibility to extend.

Our company and what we do

At Trilateral Research we provide ethical AI solutions for tackling complex social issues, from human trafficking and child exploitation, citizen security in crisis to pollution and climate change. We transform research into innovation and sustainable impact​, focusing our efforts where we can enhance societal wellbeing.

We apply rigorous, cutting-edge research when developing and accessing new technologies to ensure they achieve sustainable innovation and measurable impact. Our teams include social scientists, data scientists, ethical, legal and human rights experts who work across the technology-social disciplinary divide.

What you will deliver:

Support and execute the work in the EU funded TrustAware project  focusing on enhancing digital security, privacy and trust in software. The successful candidate will work as part of a research team and lead and contribute to tasks, including:

• A Socio-Economic Impact Assessment of the tools and results generated through the project. Conduct several iterations of an ongoing socio-economic impact assessment
• Establish socio-economic indicators and variables within the project’s dimensions
• Analyse indicators including increased engagement of citizens online, citizens’ trust in digital solutions, reduced number of cyberthreats, reduced digital divide between and within groups, and rate of change of economic activity experienced by businesses who have on-line sales/support elements
• Ensure successful and independent, effective and timely delivery of contributions to the TRUSTaWARE project in direct communication with client, partners and collaborators
• Lead and/or contribute to Innovation & Research revenue goals (funding application support, network expansion)
• Take initiative to enhance the profile of the company in collaboration with relevant teams, e.g., via peer-reviewed publications, popular press articles, presentations etc.
• Build and demonstrate a proven area of subject matter expertise in socio-economic impact assessments
• Maintain and grow, though publication, funding and interdisciplinary outputs, cluster expertise and research driven innovation for Trilateral
• Quantify indicators in partnership with project partners, external stakeholders and tech users

Job requirements

What skills and experience you will bring to the role:

General Knowledge and Technical Skills

• Demonstrable experience in conducting Socio-Economic Impact Assessments and/or Cost-Benefit Analyses (Essential)
• Knowledge of quantitative research methods and techniques (Essential)
• Strong research, writing and analytical skills (Essential)
• Excellent attention to detail (Essential)
• Experience in developing research proposals, funding relationships and/or tenders (Essential)
• Experience managing and/or working in multi-partner projects and working as part of inter-disciplinary teams (Essential)
• Experience in client management (Essential)
• Knowledge of technology and ethics, human rights, cybersecurity, privacy, and data protection (Desirable)
• Knowledge of qualitative research design e.g., designing surveys, interviews, etc (Desirable)
• Experience in and/or familiarity with EU-funded projects (Desirable)
• Risk management skills (Desirable)

Interpersonal Skills

• Strong and established verbal and written communication and presentation skills, including an ability to effectively communicate across and outside the organization (Essential)
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills (Essential)
• Strong relationship-building and influencing skills (Essential)
• Strong organisation and planning skills (Essential)
• Adherence to shared values: Commitment to Excellence, Knowledge sharing, Adaptability, Mucking-in, Trust, Respect (Essential)
• Team leadership skills (Desirable)

Required Education and Experience

• PhD or post-doctoral experience or equivalent in relevant social science fields e.g., economics, security economics (Essential)
• Experience in coordinating or leading work in one or more research projects (Essential)
• Proven track record building relationships with internal and external clients (Essential)
• Experience in conducting policy work (Desirable)
• Experience in delivering a range of research outputs in successful projects (Desirable)

About us

Our culture is based on delivering high-quality outputs, through our commitment and passion for what we do. We work in an open and collaborative environment where the team culture provides support amongst peers and colleagues. We believe in the strength of a diverse, gender-balanced environment with positive work-life balance, and value the passion and talents of our team.

Find out about our people and culture, and see how our mission drives the research projects we take on, the key data protection services we provide, and the technology products and supplementary services we develop, by visiting our website Trilateral Research .

What else do I need to know?

Our employment compensation package includes:

• Competitive salary
• Enhanced holiday entitlement increasing with service
• Company sick pay and family friendly pay
• Flexible working hours
• Remote working/working from home options
• Enhanced pension scheme based on service
• Continuous career development

Location: The role is open to candidates within Republic of Ireland/EU

Contract type: For Ireland based candidates – fixed-term, full-time Employment Contract; for EU-based candidates – Fixed Term Consultant (not employment) Contract

How to apply

Please submit both  your CV and a cover letter, linking your experience to our requirements in order to have your application considered. References will be required prior to appointment and candidates must be eligible to work in the IE/EU

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We are a Disability Confident committed and Living Wage employer.

At Trilateral Research, we value privacy and data protection rights. We have a longstanding data protection culture and promote robust ethical standards in data management and research ethics. Please read our Recruitment Privacy Notice  in relation to our recruitment activities before submitting your application to work with us.

Requirements

Research Field

Economics » Social economics

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications
General Knowledge and Technical Skills

• Demonstrable experience in conducting Socio-Economic Impact Assessments and/or Cost-Benefit Analyses (Essential)
• Knowledge of quantitative research methods and techniques (Essential)
• Strong research, writing and analytical skills (Essential)
• Excellent attention to detail (Essential)
• Experience in developing research proposals, funding relationships and/or tenders (Essential)
• Experience managing and/or working in multi-partner projects and working as part of inter-disciplinary teams (Essential)
• Experience in client management (Essential)
• Knowledge of technology and ethics, human rights, cybersecurity, privacy, and data protection (Desirable)
• Knowledge of qualitative research design e.g., designing surveys, interviews, etc (Desirable)
• Experience in and/or familiarity with EU-funded projects (Desirable)
• Risk management skills (Desirable)

Interpersonal Skills

• Strong and established verbal and written communication and presentation skills, including an ability to effectively communicate across and outside the organization (Essential)
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills (Essential)
• Strong relationship-building and influencing skills (Essential)
• Strong organisation and planning skills (Essential)
• Adherence to shared values: Commitment to Excellence, Knowledge sharing, Adaptability, Mucking-in, Trust, Respect (Essential)
• Team leadership skills (Desirable)

Required Education and Experience

• PhD or post-doctoral experience or equivalent in relevant social science fields e.g., economics, security economics (Essential)
• Experience in coordinating or leading work in one or more research projects (Essential)
• Proven track record building relationships with internal and external clients (Essential)
• Experience in conducting policy work (Desirable)
• Experience in delivering a range of research outputs in successful projects (Desirable)

Additional Information
Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Enhanced holiday entitlement increasing with service
• Company sick pay and family friendly pay
• Flexible working hours
• Remote working/working from home options
• Enhanced pension scheme based on service
• Continuous career development

Eligibility criteria

Candiates must be based in th Republic of Ireland/EU

Website for additional job details

https://trilateralresearch.recruitee.com/o/senior-research-analystresearch-anal…

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Trilateral Research Ltd

Country

Ireland

State/Province

Waterford

City

Waterford

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://trilateralresearch.recruitee.com/o/senior-research-analystresearch-anal…

Contact

City

London

Website

http://trilateralresearch.com

Street

One Knightsbridge Green

Postal Code

Sw1X 7QA

E-Mail

[email protected]

STATUS: EXPIRED