John Evans

John is interested in how social research methods can be used to investigate the beliefs and behaviours of individuals in social contexts, and how these findings can be utilised to inform policy. 

During his career, John has conducted research across a range of policy areas, including devolution, Net Zero, housing and trade. He specialises in deliberative methods but regularly uses a broader range of methodologies in his day-to-day role.

Before taking up his current position, John attained a BSc in Sociology and Criminology and an MSc in Social Policy and Research Methods. Their respective dissertations employed qualitative and quantitative methods, while modules included complex systematic reviews and comparative policy analysis. As such, John is a strong believer in the value of using a breadth of methodologies to investigate research topics.