Job summary
Are you an experienced data analyst with knowledge of healthcare research? Do you have experience of the UK regulatory environment as it applies to Healthcare research?
Do you have the drive and commitment to overcome data quality issues and to improve working practice? If so, University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
The role will be responsible for all aspects of data collection and providing data reporting and analytics support to the directorate. The post-holder will play a key role in the collection, management and reporting of high-volume research data, serving a range of different purposes.
The post-holder will work with relevant systems (e.g. EDGE, Study Line, NIHR Open Data Platform) to collate and analyse data which is used for internal reporting as well as regional and national reporting. They will liaise with and support Trust Information Managers and the wider JRO in identifying and extracting data from local information systems in a sustainable way that will ensure compliance with national directives and financial sustainability.
We are especially keen to hear from candidates who can model and visualise data within Microsoft Power BI, and who are able to undertake advanced data analysis using MS Excel.
The role will support the unit and the running of a safe efficient service by providing reports for audit and research purposes, working closely with clinical teams to ensure the data meets the needs of the service.The post-holder will need to work independently, ensuring all aspects of the Management Information System remain fit for purpose.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma in Information Technology or Data Analysis or equivalent experience
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience.
- Ability to interrogate databases
- In depth knowledge of research workflows, especially those relating to Research Management and Governance
- Understanding of the need to maintain confidentiality and security in handling data according to the policies of the trusts and the Data Protection Act
Desirable
- Educated to master's level or equivalent experience
Experience, Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Experience of relational databases
- In depth specialist knowledge of information analysis and the use of information across the research pathway acquired through degree or equivalent experience.
- Data management and reporting experience
- Developing the technical skills of others
Desirable
- An understanding of the mechanisms employed for financial control and economy
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to convert data to management information
- Highly data rational with the ability to use quantitative and qualitative information to stimulate improvement
Values
Essential
- Demonstrate ability to meet Trust Values of safety, kindness, teamwork and improving
Communication
Essential
- Ability to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive or contentious information to a wider audience
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to communicate, train and present a range of information issues which can be complex and multi-stranded to a wide audience
Personal and people development
Essential
- Proven track record of delivery at a senior level in a large complex service focused organisation, including staff management, project management, change management, and performance management
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties
Ensure the risk of infection to self, colleagues, patients, relatives and visitors is minimised by:
Essential
- Being familiar with, and adhering to Trust policies and guidance on infection prevention and control.
- Completing all required training and education (both via e-learning and face to face) on infection prevention and control.
- Including infection prevention and control as an integral part of your continuous personal/professional development and included in your annual appraisal
- Taking personal responsibility so far as is reasonably practicable, in helping ensure that effective prevention and control of health care associated infections is embedded into everyday practice and applied consistently.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma in Information Technology or Data Analysis or equivalent experience
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience.
- Ability to interrogate databases
- In depth knowledge of research workflows, especially those relating to Research Management and Governance
- Understanding of the need to maintain confidentiality and security in handling data according to the policies of the trusts and the Data Protection Act
Desirable
- Educated to master's level or equivalent experience
Experience, Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Experience of relational databases
- In depth specialist knowledge of information analysis and the use of information across the research pathway acquired through degree or equivalent experience.
- Data management and reporting experience
- Developing the technical skills of others
Desirable
- An understanding of the mechanisms employed for financial control and economy
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to convert data to management information
- Highly data rational with the ability to use quantitative and qualitative information to stimulate improvement
Values
Essential
- Demonstrate ability to meet Trust Values of safety, kindness, teamwork and improving
Communication
Essential
- Ability to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive or contentious information to a wider audience
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to communicate, train and present a range of information issues which can be complex and multi-stranded to a wide audience
Personal and people development
Essential
- Proven track record of delivery at a senior level in a large complex service focused organisation, including staff management, project management, change management, and performance management
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties
Ensure the risk of infection to self, colleagues, patients, relatives and visitors is minimised by:
Essential
- Being familiar with, and adhering to Trust policies and guidance on infection prevention and control.
- Completing all required training and education (both via e-learning and face to face) on infection prevention and control.
- Including infection prevention and control as an integral part of your continuous personal/professional development and included in your annual appraisal
- Taking personal responsibility so far as is reasonably practicable, in helping ensure that effective prevention and control of health care associated infections is embedded into everyday practice and applied consistently.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
University College London Hospital
250 Euston Road
London
NW1 2PG
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
