Research Fellow


Company:	Ofqual
Salary:	£51,900 to £64,491 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Coventry, CV1 2GN
Working pattern:	Hybrid - 2 days remote
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	7 Sept 2026
Closing date:	21 Sept 2026

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Summary

Ofqual is the independent qualifications regulator for England. We currently regulate 200+ awarding organisations, and approx. 11,600 certified qualifications. These include GCSEs, AS and A levels, and a broad range of vocational and technical qualifications.

For more information about what we do please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofqual

As a Research Fellow in our Research & Analysis directorate, you’ll be working alongside experienced and knowledgeable colleagues to support intelligent, evidence-based regulation of exams and qualifications. Our work strengthens regulatory decision-making and supports our position as a credible authority through innovative, critical approaches to research and evaluation.

As a Research Fellow, you will:

• Apply your assessment knowledge and research skills to help influence the way exams and qualifications are regulated during a period of qualification reform

• Design and deliver research that helps maintain standards, ensure fairness for students, and safeguard public confidence, while meeting the challenges associated with significant change – including developments in AI and on-screen assessment

You will be:

• An experienced researcher who is keen to apply and further develop your specialist knowledge and expertise

• Able to combine understanding of assessment with an appreciation of the big picture to produce impactful research

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