Job summary
We are looking for an experienced, innovative, collaborative, and dynamic individual to join a team of analytical specialists in the Communicable Disease Surveillance Centre (CDSC) to provide a proactive and responsive service.
The post-holder will be a key member of scientific staff within the Communicable Disease Surveillance Centre (CDSC), which is based within the Public Health Wales Health Protection Division. They will work closely with senior scientists, senior epidemiologists and other Health Protection teams, to develop new surveillance systems, expand on existing ones and provide analytical support during outbreak and major event situations. The post-holder will take a lead on discrete projects and reports and help ensure that analytical and reporting deadlines are met.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will be based within the BBV, STI, TB and Inequalities team. The post-holder will:
- Work closely with the senior scientists and consultant epidemiologists to set up new surveillance schemes and expand or develop existing surveillance schemes to reflect changes in service delivery, data capture methods and priorities.
- Oversee production, assist in preparation and quality assurance of existing routine surveillance reports as required.
- Provide, under supervision, responses to ad-hoc queries from other public organisations, the Welsh Government, the press and members of the public, as required. Provide, under supervision, responses to urgent queries from within the Health Protection Division and Welsh Government.
- Prepare material for publication on the Public Health Wales website, assist in quality assurance of surveillance information presented on the website and investigate new ways of presenting data to various audiences.
- Provide support to the field investigation of hospital and community based outbreaks and contribute to the work of the Public Health Wales Health Protection Division in relation to surveillance capacity in responding to communicable disease and environmental public health.
- Contribute to CDSC's programme of applied epidemiological research as required.
About us
Public Health Wales is the National Public Health Institute in Wales. Our vision is 'Working to achieve a healthier future for Wales' where we play a pivotal role in driving improvements in population health and well-being, reducing health inequalities, improving healthcare outcomes, protecting the public and supporting the development of health in all policies across Wales.Our organisation is guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis.To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process, please visithttps://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A first degree in a scientific discipline
- Post graduate qualification in public health, epidemiology, statistics or related subject or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Strong background in a biological science or health related field
Experience
Essential
- Post graduate experience of scientific or information analysis work
- Experience of working with large or complex data sets
- Experience of producing written reports for publication and working to deadlines
- Experience of project based working
Desirable
- Experience of working in epidemiology, medical statistics, microbiology or public health
- Experience of communicating information to scientific audiences, external partners and the public
- Experience of research and development
Skills
Essential
- Skilled in use of data analysis and statistical software packages e.g. STATA, SPSS, R, Epidata
- Excellent analytical and epidemiological skills including statistical analysis and data interpretation
- Good IT skills including interrogating databases
- Excellent written communication skills, including report writing and presentation of data in appropriate formats
- Ability to plan and organise a number of concurrent projects.
- Ability to self-manage workload, work to agreed objectives, set priorities and meet deadlines
- Ability to contribute to and evaluate peer reviewed papers
Desirable
- Skilled in mapping and data visualisation software
- Ability to speak Welsh or willingness to learn
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of epidemiological principles
- A broad basic knowledge of information governance, data security and privacy issues
Desirable
- Knowledge of health service organisation in Wales
- Basic knowledge of Public Health
Personal Attributes/Other
Essential
- Able to work independently and as a member of a team, with high levels of motivation
- Able to engage with people at all levels
- Able to respond calmly to unpredictable work patterns and meet urgent deadlines
- Conscientious and pays attention to detail
- Flexible, adaptable and innovative approach to work
- Ability to maintain required levels of confidentiality
Other
Essential
- Commitment to continuous personal development
- Prepared to travel
- Willing to work flexible hours if required to meet the needs of the service
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A first degree in a scientific discipline
- Post graduate qualification in public health, epidemiology, statistics or related subject or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Strong background in a biological science or health related field
Experience
Essential
- Post graduate experience of scientific or information analysis work
- Experience of working with large or complex data sets
- Experience of producing written reports for publication and working to deadlines
- Experience of project based working
Desirable
- Experience of working in epidemiology, medical statistics, microbiology or public health
- Experience of communicating information to scientific audiences, external partners and the public
- Experience of research and development
Skills
Essential
- Skilled in use of data analysis and statistical software packages e.g. STATA, SPSS, R, Epidata
- Excellent analytical and epidemiological skills including statistical analysis and data interpretation
- Good IT skills including interrogating databases
- Excellent written communication skills, including report writing and presentation of data in appropriate formats
- Ability to plan and organise a number of concurrent projects.
- Ability to self-manage workload, work to agreed objectives, set priorities and meet deadlines
- Ability to contribute to and evaluate peer reviewed papers
Desirable
- Skilled in mapping and data visualisation software
- Ability to speak Welsh or willingness to learn
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of epidemiological principles
- A broad basic knowledge of information governance, data security and privacy issues
Desirable
- Knowledge of health service organisation in Wales
- Basic knowledge of Public Health
Personal Attributes/Other
Essential
- Able to work independently and as a member of a team, with high levels of motivation
- Able to engage with people at all levels
- Able to respond calmly to unpredictable work patterns and meet urgent deadlines
- Conscientious and pays attention to detail
- Flexible, adaptable and innovative approach to work
- Ability to maintain required levels of confidentiality
Other
Essential
- Commitment to continuous personal development
- Prepared to travel
- Willing to work flexible hours if required to meet the needs of the service
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
