The Scottish Qualifications Authority is Scotland’s national awarding and accreditation body. We are trusted to oversee thousands of qualifications that are available in schools, colleges and workplaces, not just in this country, but around the world.

We are looking for a Research Manager to work in our Research, Insight and Analysis team. The team has been established to enable SQA to ensure decision making is evidence based, drawing on a sound understanding of SQA’s existing provision and best practice from around the world.

The successful applicant will co-ordinate SQA’s environmental scanning provision, as well as working to ensure that our research and analysis work is disseminated effectively to a range of internal and external stakeholders. You will also need to manage a number of different research projects, which could cover the full range of SQA’s activities across all of the markets where the organisation operates.

The role requires a track record of successful research and dissemination to a wide range of audiences. You need to be familiar with a range of research methods and approaches, and must be able to work with a range of colleagues at all levels and disciplines within the team and the wider organisation. Strong relationship building, presentation, and interpersonal skills are essential.

It would be advantageous if the successful applicant has previous experience of staff development and line management, as there will be opportunities to contribute to programmes of staff development and you will be required to line manage a small team.

Whilst experience of educational research is desirable, it is not essential.

Applicants, as a minimum, should be educated to SCQF Level 9 (or equivalent) and/or be able to demonstrate direct relevant experience for this role.

SQA offers a fantastic benefits package in return for your talent. These include but are not limited to a career average pension scheme; staff well-being and health assistance programmes; development opportunities and 27 days annual leave in addition to 14 days public holiday.

If you think you’ve got the skills, knowledge and experience required to succeed in these exciting roles please apply below.

SQA welcomes applications from every section of the community. SQA has a Gaelic Language Plan and is committed to its purpose.
Tha Plana Gàidhlig aig SQA agus tha sinn a' creidsinn gu h-àrachdach agus na h-amasan a tha air cur a-mach sa Phlana Nàiseanta don Ghàidhlig.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and encourage applications from all members of the community. We are committed to the Disability Confident Initiative and offer a guaranteed interview to any applicant who considers themself to be disabled and who meets the competency requirements for the post.