Job summary
In this position you will play a pivotal role in shaping data-driven decisions that support important clinical research across health and social care. Working within the Data and Analytics team, you will develop innovative reporting and digital solutions that will impact the delivery of research across the region. By analysing key data, managing projects, and engaging with regional stakeholders, you will directly contribute to advancing healthcare research and improving patient outcomes. You will also work as part of a wider team, helping study support colleagues deliver complex, high priority, system wide projects. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career in a supportive and rewarding environment.
We anticipate the interviews for this role occurring on 19th November, so please note this when applying.
Main duties of the job
Working as part of the Data and Analytics team, you will help design and deliver innovative data collection, analysis, and reporting solutions. As a line manager, you will also support the development of the Analyst Officer. Strong analytical skills, project management, and communication are essential as you engage with partners and help drive initiatives in this rapidly evolving field of clinical research. You will also play an active part in national projects to ensure alignment with the overall NIHR Research Delivery Network strategy.
About us
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.
We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding.
Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.
Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
A video about the Royal Surrey - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R96pMboIYdo
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Analyst will be a qualified and experienced data and digital professional responsible for implementing data collection, analysis and reporting solutions which support the region, Regional Research Delivery Network (RRDN) research Delivery Organisations, other regional stakeholders, and the wider NIHR Research Delivery Network (RDN) in accessing and engaging with data. This role will be part of the regions Data and Analytics team, which forms part of the national RDN Data and Analytics function, who collectively work to deliver national projects alongside regional priorities and innovation.This role will be responsible for the development and delivery of a range of reporting and digital solutions which facilitate and underpin all services and functions of the RDN. The postholder will also line manage the Analyst Officer. Line management of staff members will include undertaking staff reviews to identify training and development needs, and establishing how those needs will be met, and managing performance against agreed objectives. The postholder will ensure the same review processes take place for all staff with the defined function via appropriate line management arrangements and that skills and capabilities exist to meet current and future business needs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Analyst will be a qualified and experienced data and digital professional responsible for implementing data collection, analysis and reporting solutions which support the region, Regional Research Delivery Network (RRDN) research Delivery Organisations, other regional stakeholders, and the wider NIHR Research Delivery Network (RDN) in accessing and engaging with data. This role will be part of the regions Data and Analytics team, which forms part of the national RDN Data and Analytics function, who collectively work to deliver national projects alongside regional priorities and innovation.This role will be responsible for the development and delivery of a range of reporting and digital solutions which facilitate and underpin all services and functions of the RDN. The postholder will also line manage the Analyst Officer. Line management of staff members will include undertaking staff reviews to identify training and development needs, and establishing how those needs will be met, and managing performance against agreed objectives. The postholder will ensure the same review processes take place for all staff with the defined function via appropriate line management arrangements and that skills and capabilities exist to meet current and future business needs.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Postgraduate qualification (eg. Postgraduate Diploma) in a relevant subject or equivalent level of experience or Undergraduate degree supplemented by specialist training or equivalent experience
- Background in research and development, science or healthcare
Desirable
- European Computer Driving Licence
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Significant relevant experience in health information or mathematical/statistical related field or equivalent experience of information handling and analysis gained in a work environment
- Experience of managing the development of data visualisations, via dashboards or other tools, which support business decision making and efficiency increases
- Experience of managing the development of data visualisations, via dashboards or other tools, which support business decision making and efficiency increases
- Experience of delivering a customer-focused service
- An understanding of and experience in Agile concepts/methodology
- Significant experience with Microsoft and Google platforms
- Experience in low-code digital solutions which support stakeholders in improving services and optimising workflow, for example AppSheets, Neptune
- Experience of user centred design processes or similar which engage stakeholders in the full process of designing and delivering digital solutions
- Experience and ability to lead and participate constructively in meetings and decision making processes
- Experience of line managing staff, including identifying and addressing training and development needs, and undertaking formal reviews in line with employer HR policies
- An understanding of the UK health research system, including the NIHR
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Postgraduate qualification (eg. Postgraduate Diploma) in a relevant subject or equivalent level of experience or Undergraduate degree supplemented by specialist training or equivalent experience
- Background in research and development, science or healthcare
Desirable
- European Computer Driving Licence
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Significant relevant experience in health information or mathematical/statistical related field or equivalent experience of information handling and analysis gained in a work environment
- Experience of managing the development of data visualisations, via dashboards or other tools, which support business decision making and efficiency increases
- Experience of managing the development of data visualisations, via dashboards or other tools, which support business decision making and efficiency increases
- Experience of delivering a customer-focused service
- An understanding of and experience in Agile concepts/methodology
- Significant experience with Microsoft and Google platforms
- Experience in low-code digital solutions which support stakeholders in improving services and optimising workflow, for example AppSheets, Neptune
- Experience of user centred design processes or similar which engage stakeholders in the full process of designing and delivering digital solutions
- Experience and ability to lead and participate constructively in meetings and decision making processes
- Experience of line managing staff, including identifying and addressing training and development needs, and undertaking formal reviews in line with employer HR policies
- An understanding of the UK health research system, including the NIHR
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.
