Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to appoint an Epidemiologist (Analyst Specialist) in the Health Protection Division in Public Health Wales NHS Trust.The post holder will work in the Communicable Disease Surveillance Centre based at Number 2 Capital Quarter, in central Cardiff, specialising in Blood borne viruses, sexual health, TB and inequalities.
The post holder will help develop surveillance systems, provide analytical support during outbreaks, respond to ad-hoc requests from stakeholders and work on service based research as required. Although the post holders will lead on the routine report production and development of their subject area, there will be the need to work across a number of infectious disease subject areas and programmes of work as required.For this position, the successful candidate must have a relevant honours degree in a scientific or numerate subject, or equivalent relevant experience. They should also have demonstrable experience of public health work and expertise in carrying our advanced analysis of complex data sets. We are looking for a team player with an enthusiasm for epidemiology and surveillance development, with excellent communication skills, who can demonstrate a flexible approach in orderto meet the needs of the team
Main duties of the job
The new post holder will provide analytical support to the development and maintenance of public health surveillance schemes in the CDSC. This will include developing analysis plans and advising on efficient analysis of large datasets, as required. Support may be across any of the CDSC areas of expertise as required, including:
Blood Borne Viruses, Sexual Health and Tuberculosis
Healthcare Associated Infection, Antimicrobial Resistance and Prescribing Programme (HARP)
Gastrointestinal Infections and Zoonoses
Vaccine Preventable Disease and Respiratory Infection, and;
Field Epidemiology and Genomics
Cross-cutting groups include statistics, data science and genomics; settings-based surveillance; and environmental surveillance.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
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/
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.
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.
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
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).
