Researchers / Research Associates
A Researcher or Research Associate assists with a research program or project. Works in a variety of fields within science or the social sciences, in programs based at a university or research institution, or works on government or industry sponsored research projects. Conducts field or library research or recruits participants for a study; may also assist with legal research.
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Core Tasks
- Writes journal articles, books, and addresses conferences, seminars and the media to reveal research findings.
- Advises government, private organisations and special interest groups on policy issues.
- Compiles and analyses quantitative and qualitative data, prepares reports and presents results to summarise main findings and conclusions.
- Designs and develops an appropriate research methodology in order to address the research objective.
- Presents results of scientific research to sponsors, addresses conferences and publishes articles outlining the methodology and results of research undertaken.
- Analyses results and writes up results of tests and experiments undertaken.
- Applies models and techniques to medical, industrial, agricultural, military and similar applications.
- Designs tests and experiments to address research objective and find solutions.
- Provides technical advisory and consulting services.
- Plans, directs and undertakes research into natural phenomena.
Education Requirements
Level | Percentage |
Level 1 | 1.923793% |
Level 2 | 0.599492% |
Level 3 | 5.812024% |
Level 6 (Bachelors) | 40.972057% |
Level 7 (Masters or equivalent) | 14.238781% |
Level 8 (Doctorate) | 36.453854% |
Salary Levels
£63,266.59
Potential Salary
£21,474.00
Entry Level Salary
£36,958.98
Average Salary
3
Annual Openings