SC User Researcher - Outside of IR35

Posted 27 May 2021
Salary £480 - £540 per annum
LocationLondon
Job type Contract
ReferenceBBBH118311_1622132942
Contact NameOliver Boyd

Job description

SC cleared User Research - GDS standards & assessments - GOV.UK style guide

A major central government organisation is seeking a SC cleared User Researcher to join them on an initial 2 month contract, outside IR35.

The role will be fully remote until returning to the office part-time, if extended.

Candidates must have an active SC clearance, used within the last 12 months, and unexpired.

Skills needed for this role

  • Analysis and synthesis. You understand how to apply basic techniques for the analysis of research data and synthesis of findings. You know how to involve your team in analysis and synthesis. You can present clear findings that colleagues can understand and use. (Relevant skill level: working)
  • Inclusive research. You understand the diversity of users of government services and the need to make services usable and accessible for everyone. You can work with colleagues to include many kinds of users in appropriate research activities. (Relevant skill level: working)
  • Research skills. You understand and have experience of basic user research methods. You know when to use those methods and how to apply them correctly. You know how to involve your team in research activities. (Relevant skill level: working)
  • Society and technology. You understand the social and technological context for government services. You can align user research activities to help your team understand changing user behaviour. (Relevant skill level: working)
  • Strategic insight. You understand what problem the team is trying to solve. You can align user research activities to inform decision making and action. (Relevant skill level: working)
  • Technical understanding. You have some knowledge of the technologies used to build and operate digital services. You understand the different technical roles in a digital team. (Relevant skill level: working)
  • User-centred and agile practices. You understand and have experience of a range of user-centred practices. You know how to work with colleagues to plan and do continuous user research in a multidisciplinary team. (Relevant skill level: working)

SC cleared User Research - GDS standards & assessments - GOV.UK style guide