National Centre for Social Research

Research Scientist

• Contribute to designs of randomised controlled trials and quasi-experimental evaluations.
• Implement statistical analysis of data from large randomised controlled trials and quasi-experimental evaluations, including survey and administrative data, and interpret the results within a policy evaluation context.
• Be part of the tendering process for research projects by contributing to the writing up of proposals.
• Contribute to drafting research reports and preparing other outputs for clients.
• Advise other researchers on evaluation methods.
• Contribute to teaching on short courses in statistical impact evaluation methods.
• Disseminate findings via conferences and written reports/papers.
• Undertake continuing personal development to enhance research skills, keeping up to date with recent developments in evaluation methods and relevant policy areas.
• Maintain and promote high ethical and information security standards.

Senior Researcher

Artificial Intelligence

• Support NatCen’s Innovation and Methods Hub in advancing AI transformation and innovative research practices.
• Produce briefings on emerging methods and potential partners.
• Organise stakeholder meetings and training sessions.
• Guide researchers through innovation pathways and AI adoption processes.
• Conduct desk research to produce briefings.

AI and Innovation Project Officer, 6 month FTC

Account Executive

• You'll visit people in their homes to carry out vital research interviews on important topics like health, housing, and transport.
• Using a tablet or laptop, you'll guide conversations that capture real experiences of daily life in Britain.
• You'll be out in your community, knocking on doors.
• People receive a letter beforehand, but they're not always expecting you. Some won't answer. Others will say no.
• But when someone says yes and shares their story? You'll know you've helped create change that improves people's lives.

Field Sales Representative

• You'll visit people in their homes to carry out vital research interviews on important topics like health, housing and transport.
• You'll guide conversations that capture real experiences of daily life in Britain.
• You'll be out in your community, knocking on doors.
• People receive a letter beforehand, but they're not always expecting you.
• Some won't answer. Others will say no. That's completely normal and part of the role.
• But when someone says yes and shares their story? You'll know you've helped create change that improves people's lives.

• You'll visit people in their homes to carry out vital research interviews on important topics like health, housing and transport.
• Using a tablet or laptop, you'll guide conversations that capture real experiences of daily life in Britain.
• This is not a desk job. You'll be out in your community, knocking on doors.
• People receive a letter beforehand, but they're not always expecting you. Some won't answer. Others will say no. That's completely normal and part of the role.
• But when someone says yes and shares their story? You'll know you've helped create change that improves people's lives.

• You'll visit people in their homes to carry out vital research interviews on important topics like health, housing and transport.
• You'll guide conversations that capture real experiences of daily life in Britain.
• You'll be out in your community, knocking on doors. People receive a letter beforehand, but they're not always expecting you. Some won't answer. Others will say no.
• When someone says yes and shares their story, you'll know you've helped create change that improves people's lives.

• Visit people in their homes to carry out vital research interviews on important topics like health, housing, and transport.
• Guide conversations that capture real experiences of daily life in Britain.
• Knock on doors in the community, expect people not to answer or decline.
• Help create change that improves people’s lives by collecting stories.

• You'll visit people in their homes to carry out vital research interviews on important topics like health, housing and transport.
• You'll guide conversations that capture real experiences of daily life in Britain.
• You'll be out in your community, knocking on doors.

• Field Interviewer role with NatCen, the UK’s largest independent social research organisation
• Visit people in homes to carry out vital research shaping public policy — from healthcare to education
• Using a tablet, guide conversations to collect real insights into daily life in Britain
• You’ll be out knocking on doors — often unannounced
• Some people won’t answer. Some will say no. You’ll face tough moments, but when someone says yes and shares their story, you’ll know you’ve helped influence real change
• What we’re looking for: resilient, confident communicators; independent, self-motivated workers; comfortable using basic tech; people who bounce back after rejection
• Commitment: at least 20 hours/week; DBS check; right to work in UK; laptop/tablet for training
• Our Hiring Process: Apply online, Video interview, Final interview, Offer & background checks

• A car is essential for this role.
• You’ll visit people in their homes to carry out vital research that shapes public policy — from healthcare to education. Using a tablet, you’ll guide conversations to collect real insights into daily life in Britain.
• This isn’t a desk job. You’ll be out knocking on doors — often unannounced. Some people won’t answer. Some will say no. You’ll face tough moments, but when someone says yes and shares their story, you’ll know you’ve helped influence real change.
• You’ll be able to commit to at least 20 hours a week, including evenings and weekends. You’ll also need to complete a DBS check, have the right to work in the UK, and access to a laptop or tablet for training.
• Our Hiring Process: Fast. Simple.
• Apply online, Video interview, Final interview, Offer & background checks – all digital
• Need adjustments? Contact: natcenrecruitment@instant-impact.com