Educational Researcher
48AI USED FOR48%moving to86%
THE DOOR, NOWC
THE DOOR, 20 YRSE
STARTING PAY£25,000 - £30,000
MOAT NOT YET CLASSIFIEDA real score, but the moat is not yet classified. No claim either way.
CAREERMASH (EN)FROM BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT →
Educational Researcher
In a world driven by data and strategic insights, Business, Research, and Administrative Professionals are the backbone of successful organisations. Their expertise not only fuels growth and innovation but also ensures that operations run smoothly, making them indispensable in both the UK and global markets.
AI can do very little of this work today
Hands-on work, caring for people and dealing with the real world are among the hardest things to automate, and this job leans on them. We have not yet formally classified its moat, so we make no claim either way, but the exposure score speaks for itself.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior Educational ResearcherIn this entry-level role, you will assist in data collection and analysis, support senior researchers, and contribute to literature reviews.£25,000 - £30,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-level Educational ResearcherAt this stage, you will lead smaller research projects, mentor junior researchers, and engage more deeply with stakeholders.£40,000 - £50,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior Educational Researcher/Head of ResearchIn a senior role, you will oversee large-scale research initiatives, manage teams, and influence educational policy at a national level.£70,000+
There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.