Social Science Adviser

Social Science Adviser - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK You need JavaScript enabled to use this service. Cookies on Civil Service Jobs We'd like to use analytics cookies so we can understand how you use Civil Service Jobs and make improvements. We also use essential cookies to remember if you’ve accepted analytics cookies. Your cookie preferences have been set You have chosen to accept analytics cookies. You will be asked for your preferences again in 90 days. You can change your cookie settings at any time. Your cookie preferences have been set You have chosen to reject analytics cookies. You will be asked for your preferences again in 90 days. You can change your cookie settings at any time. Skip to main content GOV.UK Civil Service Jobs Beta Your feedback will help us to improve. Home Sign in to your account Cymraeg Social Science Adviser Government Office for Science Apply before 11:55 pm on Monday 19th October 2026 Return to search results Details Reference number 482004 Salary £36,735 - £43,020 National: £36,735 - £39,670; London: £39,850 - £43,020 (pro rata for part-time working) A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% GBP Job grade Higher Executive Officer Contract type Permanent Business area Government Chief Scientific Advisor Type of role Analytical Science Social Research Working pattern Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time Number of jobs available 1 Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location Birmingham, Cardiff, Darlington, Edinburgh, London, Salford About the job Job summary Our mission is: Science advice mechanisms that are efficient, effective, speak truth to power and are embedded irreversibly in Government systems. Visible impact through both pro-active and demand-led science advice that is relevant, excellent, and delivered fit for purpose. Further information can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/government-office-for-science We strongly believe diversity of experience, thought, perspectives, skills, and background makes us a more innovative, welcoming Department, thus making better decisions and better delivering our objectives.  We are actively seeking applications from every part of the community and particularly welcome applications from candidates of any age, background, disability, or from an ethnic minority background and any other protected characteristics.  This will help us move t