Job summary
Communicable Disease Surveillance Centre (CDSC) provides field epidemiology support to the Health Protection Division of Public Health Wales. It assists the Division in protecting the population of Wales from infectious diseases and environmental hazards through public health surveillance, epidemiological support for field investigation, and applied research.
Two exciting opportunities have arisen within CDSC for Epidemiological Scientists:
1 x full time post in the Field Epidemiology Team
1 x full time post in the Environmental Team
Main duties of the job
This post will contribute to the development of surveillance systems, field investigations, epidemiological studies and research. The post holder will work with analysts, epidemiologists, clinicians and scientists providing epidemiology and support for the development and maintenance of public health surveillance schemes run by the Health Protection Division.
The post holder may be required to line manage and/or co-ordinate work of junior team members. They will be required to train staff, supervise or mentor junior staff and demonstrate specific tasks or work as required to others.
Applicants must have a good honours degree in a scientific or numerate subject and a master's qualification in public health or epidemiology or equivalent relevant experience. We are looking for a team player with good organisational and communication skills, who can demonstrate a flexible attitude and the temperament to work under pressure.
The post is primarily based at Public Health Wales' headquarters at Number 2 Capital Quarter in central Cardiff, but other bases within Public Health Wales offices could be considered upon discussion with the successful candidates.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
For further details / informal visits contact:
andrew.nelson4@wales.nhs.uk
About us
Public Health Wales is the National Public Health Institute in Wales. Our vision is 'Working to achieve a healthier future for Wales'. 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.
Never more has public health been so important as we come through the Coronavirus pandemic, face the challenges of the cost-of-living crisis and tackle and prevent the harmful effects of climate change. We are an organisation that places ourselves at the heart of supporting people, communities, partners, and the Welsh Government in addressing these major challenges and providing solutions for action.
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 and the benefits we offer please visithttps://phw.nhs.wales/careers/
For guidance on the application process, please visithttps://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/
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.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Please note we reserve the right to close the application process before the closing date if we receive a large number of candidates. If you are interested in this post, and wish to be considered, we advise that you submit your application as soon as possible
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.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Please note we reserve the right to close the application process before the closing date if we receive a large number of candidates. If you are interested in this post, and wish to be considered, we advise that you submit your application as soon as possible
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in a scientific, computing or health related subject
- Masters qualification or equivalent experience acquired in public health areas such as: epidemiological methods, public health, microbiology, statistics, data science
Desirable
- A qualification or demonstrable training/experience in public health, health protection or epidemiology
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post-graduate experience of relevant scientific work
- Experience of working with large and complex databases
- Understanding of current scientific and/or epidemiological advances
- Experience of training other staff groups
Desirable
- Experience of surveillance and epidemiology
- Demonstrable experience of working within a public health setting
Skills
Essential
- Advanced epidemiological and statistical methods
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Ability to document and communicate clearly and succinctly
- Advanced skills in statistical and database software (Stata, MS Access, R) to manage and analyse complex data
- Excellent computer literacy, including advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to project manage, coordinate teams and problem solve
- Professional judgments on methods and interpretation
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh or willingness to learn
- Regression and time series analysis
- Mapping
- Ability to manage data and analyse microbiological test data
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of epidemiological principles and their application to communicable disease surveillance and control
- An understanding of healthcare systems in Wales
- Awareness of policies and procedures relating to dealing with confidential data.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Public Health Wales
- Knowledge and experience of the architecture and practice of large-scale data management
- A knowledge of automating routine analysis through Tableau programming, R markdown, or STATA
Personal Attributes (Demonstrable)
Essential
- Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure
- Flexible approach and commitment to apply skills in support of clinical/scientific priorities
- Proven track record as a team player
- Enthusiastic approach with excellent planning and organisational skills
- Negotiation and diplomacy skills to work with a wide range of staff
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Good time-keeping
- Respect confidentiality
- Willingness to learn and develop skills
Desirable
- Ability to work in challenging or different circumstances
- Ability to speak Welsh
Other (Please Specify)
Essential
- Ability to foster and maintain good working relationships with administrative staff, scientific staff and health professionals at all levels
- Commitment to CPD within Public Health competency frameworks
- Prepared to travel
Desirable
- Evidence of continuing professional Development
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in a scientific, computing or health related subject
- Masters qualification or equivalent experience acquired in public health areas such as: epidemiological methods, public health, microbiology, statistics, data science
Desirable
- A qualification or demonstrable training/experience in public health, health protection or epidemiology
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post-graduate experience of relevant scientific work
- Experience of working with large and complex databases
- Understanding of current scientific and/or epidemiological advances
- Experience of training other staff groups
Desirable
- Experience of surveillance and epidemiology
- Demonstrable experience of working within a public health setting
Skills
Essential
- Advanced epidemiological and statistical methods
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Ability to document and communicate clearly and succinctly
- Advanced skills in statistical and database software (Stata, MS Access, R) to manage and analyse complex data
- Excellent computer literacy, including advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to project manage, coordinate teams and problem solve
- Professional judgments on methods and interpretation
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh or willingness to learn
- Regression and time series analysis
- Mapping
- Ability to manage data and analyse microbiological test data
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of epidemiological principles and their application to communicable disease surveillance and control
- An understanding of healthcare systems in Wales
- Awareness of policies and procedures relating to dealing with confidential data.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Public Health Wales
- Knowledge and experience of the architecture and practice of large-scale data management
- A knowledge of automating routine analysis through Tableau programming, R markdown, or STATA
Personal Attributes (Demonstrable)
Essential
- Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure
- Flexible approach and commitment to apply skills in support of clinical/scientific priorities
- Proven track record as a team player
- Enthusiastic approach with excellent planning and organisational skills
- Negotiation and diplomacy skills to work with a wide range of staff
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Good time-keeping
- Respect confidentiality
- Willingness to learn and develop skills
Desirable
- Ability to work in challenging or different circumstances
- Ability to speak Welsh
Other (Please Specify)
Essential
- Ability to foster and maintain good working relationships with administrative staff, scientific staff and health professionals at all levels
- Commitment to CPD within Public Health competency frameworks
- Prepared to travel
Desirable
- Evidence of continuing professional Development
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
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).
