We are looking for a responsible Senior Researcher to join PPMI team.
PPMI is a leading European research and policy analysis centre. We help public sector and civil society leaders from around the world, presenting evidence in a way that is simple, clear and ready to use. We provide actionable insights, develop a shared understanding among stakeholders, and enable policy implementation to bring about positive and lasting change.
COME PREPARED
A successful candidate will have:
- At least three years of overall work experience in research and policy analysis and a good understanding of EU policies in the area of education, training, and/or youth.
- Strong knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research methods in social sciences.
- Strong analytical thinking and writing skills.
- Experience in writing proposals for tenders, managing research projects, as well as liaising with clients and coordinating expert teams.
- Experience in organising and facilitating events would be an advantage.
- Master’s degree or higher in social sciences.
- Full English proficiency and excellent writing skills.
BE READY TO CHALLENGE YOURSELF
You should be ready to participate in the following research and organisational activities:
- Providing research-based advice across different policy areas and conducting EU-wide consultation activities.
- Implementing policy-relevant research and development of guiding and conceptual frameworks: collecting and analysing data, formulating data-informed conclusions, developing recommendations and tools.
- Joining a successful international team and coordinating expert networks and teams.
- Working with leading experts and research organisations across the globe daily and leading by example to get the best possible results.
- Presenting findings to clients, colleagues, and the public at large.
- Writing research reports and peer-reviewing reports developed by other team members.
- Working with and being supported by PPMI’s team experienced in various public policy areas.
GROW WITH US
You should expect a fast-paced and dynamic environment, where the ability to work in teams and individually go hand-in-hand. In return, we offer:
- A salary of 2400 - 3300 euros gross per month (depending on actual qualifications and experience) and eligibility for performance-based bonuses semi-annually.
- Control over your own learning: we allocate a training budget equivalent to 10% of the annual net salary for senior staff members.
- Flexi-time: we operate with no fixed office hours, so you can work when you feel most productive.
- Multicultural working environment/remote work arrangements.
- Health insurance.
If you see yourself in this position, please apply by the 31st of March, 2023.