Our vision is a world free from the fear of heart and circulatory diseases. We raise money to research cures and treatments, so we can give people more time with the ones they love.
As our Research Impact & Evaluation Analyst you’ll support British Heart Foundation’s (BHF) research impact evaluation function by helping to evaluate the impact of the research BHF has funded since 1961. You’ll play a key part in investigating the outcomes of our research to support fundraising activities and inform decision-making.
Supported by your scientific knowledge you’ll be able to dive deep into the outcomes of our research, use advanced analytic tools to uncover trends and insights into our research impact, and use communication skills to turn complex information into inspiring stories.
You’ll support various projects by using quantitative and qualitative methods to uncover insights about our funded research. Additionally, you’ll be involved in creating data visualisations to highlight the impact of our research and assist teams across BHF in comprehending this impact.
Working arrangements
Please note this is a 24 month fixed term contract.
This is a blended role, where your work will be dual located between your home and our London office.
At BHF we believe in the power of being together, so our colleagues on blended contracts can expect to spend some time in their office, at least one day each week, on average. The use of our office spaces is driven in part by your role and the activities you need to do. This may vary from time to time, so you will need to work in a flexible way to unlock your best work for our cause.
About you
Educated to degree level in a relevant field (e.g. bioscience, biomedical research or similar), or with equivalent experience, you’ll have excellent numerical, statistical and analytical skills.
An advanced user of Microsoft Office Suite, with an interest in research impact evaluation, you’ll have previous experience of Impact Evaluation, or similar, in a large, complex organisation.
You’ll have previous experience of performing quantitative and qualitative analysis to extract insights, matched by excellent numeracy, literacy and database skills.
You’ll also have the following skills and experience:
• Advanced quantitative data skillset which could include data cleaning, exploratory data analysis, data visualisation, and data management
• Ability to understand, analyse and interpret complex research data, and present them to other (non-scientific) audiences
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong time management and organisational skills
• Strong team-working skills as well as ability to work independently
• Demonstrate enthusiasm to learn new skills
• Innovatively approach challenges and think outside the box to find unique and effective solutions
About us
At BHF, we are focused on the urgent need to fund more research into heart and circulatory diseases like heart diseases, stroke, vascular dementia and the conditions that cause them, to find answers fit for 21st century challenges. We are independent, have more than fifty years of breakthroughs under our belts and we won’t stop until we beat heartbreak forever.
We value and respect every individual’s unique contribution, celebrate diversity, and make inclusion part of what we do every day.
Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy, Igniting Change, along with our internal EDI group, Kaleidoscope, and a growing number of employee network groups (our Affinity Groups), help us create an environment where all our colleagues and volunteers can succeed.
Benefits
To find out more about the benefits available at BHF please download our benefits document at the bottom of our advert page.
How to apply
It’s quick and easy to apply for a role at BHF. Just click on the apply button below. All you’ll need is an up-to-date CV and a supporting statement, outlining your interest in the role and how you meet the role’s criteria.
As part of our commitment to be an inclusive employer and ensure fairness and consistency in selecting the best candidate for this role, the BHF will use anonymous CV software as part of the application journey.
Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact us.