VACANCY DETAILS
Job Title: Social Researcher (Scottish Government) (two four-year fixed-term)
Company Name: Scottish Government
Location: Edinburgh
Hours / Days Of Work: TBC
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: £39,767.00
Job Description:
Want to help shape Scotland’s Census, informing the decisions that improve public services and capture the story of Scotland for generations to come? This team is responsible for developing the questions for Scotland’s next Census, including overseeing question testing, research, stakeholder engagement, and questionnaire design. Follow link below for full job description.
Experience and Qualifications:
These positions are open to existing GSR (Government Social Research) members or candidates who can satisfy the GSR entry requirements detailed here: What qualifications do I need to be a government social researcher Government Social Research (GSR) members come from a range of social science related backgrounds. There are two entry routes into the GSR Research Officer Scheme: follow the link below to understand entry routes.
Application Process:
Apply online, attaching a CV (please ensure you clearly state how you meet the qualification element (GSR member details or qualification info) and provide a supporting statement (of no more than 1000 words) which provides evidence of how you meet the above success profile.
Closing Date: 20/08/2026
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