Do you have a good understanding of a range of qualitative research methods? Do you have a demonstrable understanding of, and interest in, health and social care policy in the UK? Are you a strong critical thinker, with good oral and written communication skills and an enthusiasm for further developing these skills?

The Nuffield Trust is looking for a Researcher to contribute directly to our mission by delivering high-quality research, evaluation, and policy analysis. You will work across a diverse range of projects and topic areas and have the opportunity to learn from colleagues who are experts in both content and methods.

In this role, you will work as part of project teams, undertaking research and policy analysis tasks to contribute to the successful delivery of our work. Supported by peers and more senior team members, you will contribute to writing and presenting work, disseminating findings and achieving meaningful impact.

We’d love to hear from you if you can bring:

• Skills consistent with experience of working in government, think tanks, or applied academic research – some of which may have been gained via a university-level qualification.
• Experience of qualitative research, evaluation, or policy analysis within health or social care.
• Strong analytical ability to synthesise evidence and turn complex information into clear, persuasive arguments.
• Proven reliability in meeting deadlines, producing high-quality outputs, and managing your time effectively.

To learn more about this role, the Nuffield Trust, and the benefits of working with us, please download a copy of the Candidate Brief.

To apply, please go to The Nuffield Trust recruitment site and complete the online application process by 11:59 on 30 November 2025.

Candidates wishing to apply should submit:

• a brief CV (max 3 pages)
• a short covering letter (up to 500 words)outlining why you are a suitable candidate and how you meet the person specification. Please tell us why you want to work at the Nuffield Trust and what you would bring to the role.
• a short piece of writing (up to 300 words)on the following: The NHS Ten Year Health Plan covers a range of policies for the NHS. Which aspect or aspects of the plan are you most interested in, and why? What would be the biggest challenge to implementation of the aspect you have identified?

Whilst you may choose to use AI to aid with formatting your documents, we are keen to see your personal creativity and ask you not to use generative AI to draft your responses.

The Nuffield Trust is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We wish to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and appointed solely on their suitability for the post irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.

Please note that the diversity monitoring questions are optional and will not be shared with the selection panel. The selection panel will only have access to your CV and your responses to the application questions.

Offers of employment will be conditional upon the receipt of two satisfactory references. Applicants must also have the right to work in the UK. For further information please visit the UKVI website.

Strictly no agencies.