Senior Researcher

𝗪𝗲'𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿
Do you want to help lead research that draws on British Muslim insight to shape public policy and improve outcomes for everyone in the UK?
Equi is looking for an exceptional Senior Researcher to help lead our growing research programme. Reporting to our Director of Research, you'll take projects from conception to publication, manage researchers and partners, and engage policymakers, academics and communities.
📍 Remote (UK-based only), minimum 4 days per week, with travel to meetings and events as required. Initial 12-month fixed-term contract, starting as soon as possible.
💷 Up to £36,000 FTE, plus pension, private healthcare and death-in-service cover.
Applicants must live in the UK and have the right to work in the UK.
We're looking for someone with a postgraduate qualification in the humanities, social sciences or public policy, strong mixed-methods research skills, and a real passion for using evidence to drive positive social change.
To apply, send your CV and a covering letter (max one side of A4) to apply@equi.org.uk with "Senior Researcher Application 26" in the subject line.
Closing date: Friday 23 October 2026.
Longlisted candidates will be invited to a short video submission, a written assessment and an in-person interview in London (11 or 12 November).

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