Who this field is for
Social scientists, evaluation specialists, qualitative researchers, quantitative analysts, and practitioners with relevant research or social policy experience.
Questions and themes
These examples describe the expertise we are interested in developing. They are not current project opportunities.
- Employment and skills
- Education policy
- Migration and integration
- Welfare and social protection
- Qualitative and quantitative research
- Programme evaluation
Example research questions
- How does an evaluation design address the programme's research question?
- Which evidence supports a finding about employment, education or social protection?
Evidence to include
Describe the research question, methods and your role. Include relevant evaluation reports, publications or permitted project summaries. Exclude participant-level data and confidential material.
Potential engagement formats
Planned formats include research design discussions, methods reviews, evidence synthesis, programme evaluation advice and specialist interviews.
Each future engagement would require separate agreement on scope, timing, compensation, and professional obligations.
Questions about this field
Are qualitative and quantitative researchers both welcome?
Yes. Identify the methods you can apply, the questions you have studied and your own contribution to research. Programme evaluation and mixed-methods experience may also be relevant.
Should I send participant-level data or interview transcripts?
No. A CV and permitted project descriptions should establish your experience. Do not submit identifiable participant data, raw interview records, restricted datasets, or confidential research material.
Can a doctoral or independent researcher apply?
Independent researchers and doctoral researchers with relevant outputs, methods or project experience can apply. The proposed review assesses evidence of expertise without requiring a particular institution or career stage.