Job Opening: Data Researcher – Britain

Job Title: Data Researcher – Britain
Location: London, or remote in Britain
Reports to: Senior Monitor Officer – Britain
Contract: Full-time, fixed term (six months, with potential for extension)

Salary:
– Salary band 9.2 – 9.4 (Junior Officer Roles)
– £26,460 – £31,920, depending on experience
– Progression up the scale after each annual review
– End-of-year bonus
– Generous annual and additional leave policies
– £650 available to support staff well-being
– Assistance with home office equipment
– Start Date
– 5 January 2026

How to Apply

Please send your CV and cover letter to application@elsc.support, including the subject line “Data Researcher – Britain.” (Optional: include a short writing or research sample)

🕓 Application deadline: 09:00 GMT, 16 November 2025

Selected candidates will be invited to an interview.
Shortlisted candidates will then be sent an assignment and invited to a final interview.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

  • Monitor and document incidents of repression, ensuring data entry aligns with database methodology and quality standards
  • Coordinate with the Legal Department on the registration of incidents and linkage to legal cases in ELSC’s internal systems
  • Draft clear, concise case summaries for priority incidents
  • Analyse, interpret, and evaluate research outcomes and emerging trends
  • Support research design and contribute to methodological improvements within the Monitor and Research Department
  • Apply and communicate research findings to inform internal discussions and external outputs
  • Develop and maintain relationships with external partners, including civil society organisations, activists, solidarity networks, and research institutions

Required Experience and Skills

  • Genuine interest in working with the European Legal Support Centre (ELSC) and passion for defending Palestinian solidarity and providing access to justice for all
  • Commitment to anti-racism, anti-discriminatory practices, and equal opportunities
  • Proven experience in human rights or grassroots documentation, research, or data management
  • Strong analytical, research, and writing skills
  • Familiarity with database systems and data management tools
  • Understanding of data protection, privacy, and ethical research standards
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage own workload in a busy environment to a consistently high standard and timely manner
  • Ability to adapt to different audiences and engage with diverse groups
  • Proven ability to work and contribute in a team environment
  • Proficient user of Microsoft Office and Teams

Desirable

  • Understanding the role of the ELSC and familiarity with Palestine solidarity in Britain
  • Graduate degree in Political Science, Sociology, International Relations, Law, Data Science, or a related field
  • Knowledge of relevant political and social contexts
  • Experience in conducting semi-structured interviews
  • Arabic speaking

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