Senior Analyst – Research and Innovation Statistics

Company Description

The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) is an international organisation comprised of 38 member countries that works to build better policies for better lives. Our mission is to promote policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world.  Together with governments, policy makers and citizens, we work on establishing evidence-based international standards, and finding solutions to a range of social, economic and environmental challenges. From improving economic performance and creating jobs to fostering strong education and fighting international tax evasion, we provide a unique forum and knowledge hub for data and analysis, exchange of experiences, best-practice sharing, and advice on public policies and international standard-setting.

The Directorate for Science, Technology and Innovation (STI), in line with the strategic objectives of the Secretary General, helps OECD member countries and other key economies build an environment conducive to creating and translating science and technology into innovation to generate economic and social value added.

The Science and Technology Policy Division (STP) within STI is responsible for informing and promoting evidence-based policies that (i) encourage cooperation among OECD Members Countries and with Partners, (ii) support good policy practices and analysis in areas such as human resource development and mobility; the strengthening of links between research, higher education and innovation; national and regional research and innovation systems; mission oriented research and innovation policies; policies that promote inclusivity, and policies for anticipatory governance of emerging technologies, and (iii) help policymakers reorient STI systems towards addressing global challenges.

STP is responsible for implementing the programme of work of the Committee for Scientific and Technological Policy (CSTP), including its Working Party of National Experts on Science and Technology Indicators (NESTI). Key outputs under the aegis of NESTI include internationally adopted measurement guidance on R&D and innovation (the Frascati and Oslo Manuals), the OECD Main Science and Technology Indicators, OECD statistics and analysis monitoring the incidence and impact of public support for R&D and innovation, the STI.Scoreboard Platform and the new Research and Innovation Careers Observatory.

STP is looking for a Senior Analyst to spearhead several of the division’s statistical development and monitoring activities under NESTI oversight, contributing to their effective modernistation. The successful candidate will report to the Head of Unit within STI/STP.

Job Description

Main Responsibilities

Management and Co-ordination:

• Lead and contribute to the design and implementation of STI measurement activities and projects.
• Manage projects and activities, including ensuring timely delivery of quality outputs.
• Supervise the work of team members; set objectives and deadlines; monitor progress; provide guidance and advice.
• Communicate measurement recommendations and provide support for their implementation, both internally and among member countries, accession candidates and partner economies.
• Support the Head of Unit and the Head of Division in the identification of strategic and forward-looking activities and projects aligned with the Organisation strategic priorities.

Database development, research, analysis and drafting:

• Oversee the design and implementation of effective and efficient statistical data collection, validation, analysis and reporting procedures in line with OECD and NESTI standards, and in collaboration with other Directorates to ensure horizontal co-ordination and alignment of the work.
• Supervise, guide and contribute to the preparation of statistical releases, reports and flagship publications, including contributing to the development of data sources and of new comparative indicators, and ensuring high-quality outputs.
• Prepare other high-quality documents, including guidance material, analytical working papers, blogs, and messages based on research and relevant published material.
• Explore and demonstrate innovative approaches to address STI monitoring challenges and contribute to the development and dissemination of OECD measurement guidance among members and partners.
• Keep abreast of the work of other international organisations and major research consortia on STI data and indicators, and other related topics.

Co-ordination, representation and liaison:

• Participate, as required, in horizontal and multidisciplinary projects and activities of the STP Division, STI and the OECD. Liaise with other OECD Directorates and with experts.
• Contribute to the organisation of, and participate in, meetings of national government delegates, as well as experts from the private sector and academia in connection with the Organisation’s work programme in the above areas.
• Strengthen existing collaboration with decision makers, working parties, informal networks, delegations and external experts and international institutions to create synergies and increase the impact of the Directorate’s work in the field measurement and use of evidence in STI policy.
• Support the external visibility of the units’ statistical and analytical products, including through communication activities and by organising, participating and presenting work at high-level meeting, conferences, workshops and webinars, and promote OECD measurement guidance within OECD and non-OECD member countries, as required.
• Stay abreast of major developments and drivers of STI monitoring and evidence and contribute, as appropriate, the Directorate’s involvement in OECD-wide initiatives.

Qualifications

Ideal Candidate Profile

Academic Background

• An advanced university degree in economics, statistics, operations research, data science or other relevant discipline.

Professional Background

• A minimum of eight years of professional experience in the production or advanced use of official statistics, preferably in the areas of business, education or labour markets, with demonstrable experience in introducing innovative data processes and products.
• Experience in managing projects involving socioeconomic research methods, applying state of the art tools to testing novel hypotheses.
• Knowledge of science and innovation or indirectly related policy issues.
• Experience with cross-country research and statistical development and capability building would be an asset, particularly in relation with science, technology and innovation topics.

Tools

• Command of state-of-the-art software for statistical analysis such as Stata, R or Python and other relevant programmable languages and tools.
• Good conceptual and practical knowledge of statistical quality standards.
• Good knowledge and practical experience of applying survey methodology to statistical data collection and integrating AI tools into measurement would be additional assets.  

Languages

• Fluency in one of the two OECD official languages (English and French) and knowledge of the other, with a commitment to reach a good working level.
• Knowledge of other languages would be an asset.

Core Competencies 

• OECD staff are expected to demonstrate behaviours aligned to six core competencies which will be assessed as part of this hiring processes: Vision and Strategy (Level 3); Enable People (Level 2); Ethics and Integrity (Level 3); Collaboration and Horizontality (Level 2); Achieve Results (Level 3); Innovate and Embrace Change (Level 3).
• There are three possible levels for each competency. The level for each competency is determined according to the specific needs of each job role and its associated grade.
• To learn more about the definitions for each competency, please refer to OECD Core Competencies.

Additional Information

Contract Duration

• Open-ended appointment, with no foreseen end date.

Closing Date

• This vacancy should be filled as soon as possible, and applications should reach us no later than 23h59 (Paris time) on 15 June 2025.

Please note that our Rules and Regulations stipulate that the mandatory retirement age is 67.

What the OECD offers

• Depending on level of experience, monthly salary starts at 9,610 EUR, plus allowances based on eligibility, exempt of French income tax.
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• This vacancy may be used to create a pool of candidates for comparable positions, both for open-ended and fixed-term functions. 

The OECD is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes the applications of all qualified candidates who are nationals of OECD member countries, irrespective of their racial or ethnic origin, opinions or beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, health or disabilities.

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