Research Director – World Class Social Research

Are you motivated to undertake research for the public good?

Do you want to use your research expertise to advance social research outcomes in Australia?

This full-service market agency provides the Australian social research community with access to world class survey research and evaluation services. Dedicated to using its specialist expertise across social, health and government services, they offer their clients a full range of survey design, survey data management, evaluation statistical consulting, analytical thinking, quantitative and qualitative methodologies. They have an established track record of delivering quality projects to exacting standards and they are acknowledged as a centre for excellence in the provision of social and health research services.

They are currently seeking a Research Director to join the business.

In this Senior role, you will have responsibility for leading the development, design and implementation of a variety of social research projects, covering:

• Australian society
• Education and training
• Health and wellbeing
• Employment transitions and the labour market
• Business and employers
• Marginalised and vulnerable communities.

Fully competent in all stages of the research project cycle, you have strong skills across project and time management, data management and analysis, technical reporting and presenting. Providing excellent client service is key, and you will help to answer difficult questions with practical answers whilst providing high quality research advice.

As a Research Director, there is also the opportunity to lead, mentor and develop a team of smart researchers as well as promoting the reputation and brand of the agency to create new business opportunities.

You

• A minimum of 7 years research experience (ideally in social research)
• Well developed quantitative and qualitative research skills
• The ability to lead and motivate a small team
• Strong data analysis skills (ideally in SPSS)
• Demonstrated expertise in client management and business development

To apply, send your CV to Rowan Haylett at Resources Group

rhaylett@resourcesgroup.com

or call Rowan on +61 (02) 9051 9967