Research and Data Analyst

University of Cambridge - Education Services

Location:	Cambridge
Salary:	£35,608 to £46,049 per annum
Hours:	Full Time
Contract Type:	Permanent

Placed On: 20th March 2026

Closes: 9th April 2026

Job Ref: AC49106

We are seeking a talented Research & Data Analyst to join the recently formed Education Services Data, Research and Evaluation Team. This is an exciting opportunity to turn complex educational and student-related data into clear insights that shape strategy, policy and service delivery across the collegiate University.

In this role, you will:

• Produce accurate, timely data reports and dashboards for a range of stakeholders.
• Analyse large, complex datasets and national data sources (e.g., UCAS, HESA) to support planning and benchmarking;
• Conduct robust qualitative and quantitative research to inform decision-making and evaluate interventions;
• Present findings clearly to non-specialist audiences, including committees and working groups;
• Support data literacy by delivering training and guidance to colleagues.

About you:

You will bring strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work independently while building effective relationships across teams. You will have experience of handling complex datasets, conducting research, and producing high-quality written analysis. Knowledge of GDPR and FOI is essential.

This is a great opportunity to contribute to evidence-based improvements in student experience and education at one of the world's leading universities.

Benefits of working at the University of Cambridge include:

• Competitive rates of pay with automatic service-related pay progression and annual cost of living increases;
• Generous annual leave allowance;
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities;
• Generous maternity, adoption and shared parental leave entitlement and other family friendly schemes (e.g. workplace nurseries);
• An auto-enrolment pension scheme, with a generous employer contribution;
• Travel benefits and retail discounts at over 2,000 local and national stores;
• Schemes to support with relocation / the provision of accommodation.

Additional information regarding the role may be found within the further particulars.

Your application should include an up-to-date CV and a covering letter in which you set out clearly how your experience and expertise addresses the issues set out in this advertisement and the criteria listed in the Person Specification (the knowledge, skills and experience required for the role), providing relevant examples. Candidates will be shortlisted on this basis.

Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to: Alexa Horner - Email: Alexa.Horner@admin.cam.ac.uk

The closing date for applications is: 9th April 2026

The interview date for the role is: 22nd April 2026. Interviews will be held in person at the Student Services Centre.

If you have any queries regarding the application process please contact SSCjobs@admin.cam.ac.uk

Please quote reference AC49106 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.