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Epidemiology and Information Scientist/Data Surveillance Scientist

hace 6 horas

Brighton

Job summaryUKHSA are recruiting for an Epidemiology and Information Scientist and a Data Surveillance Scientist.Epidemiology and Information ScientistThe Epidemiology and Information Scientist will support senior epidemiologist colleagues in the provision of a range of activities including contributing to outbreak management and response and epidemiological investigation through designing questionnaires and outbreak databases, contributing to the production of outbreak reports and preparing descriptive epidemiology. Exceedances will also be investigated.Data Surveillance ScientistThe Data Surveillance Scientist for Health Protection (DSS) works as part of a dynamic analytical community and supports the regional health protection team (HPT) by providing the health protection intelligence function to enable delivery of an effective health protection service. This includes developing and maintaining effective health surveillance databases, developing and delivery of routine and bespoke reports and supporting the use of the UKHSA Case and Incident Management SystemsFor both posts, the interface with local, regional and national colleagues, as well as with external stakeholders, will be an important feature of this role.Main duties of the jobRole responsibilities include:Supporting outbreak investigations and epidemiological studies through questionnaire and database design, case interviews, descriptive and advanced statistical analyses, and contributions to outbreak reports.Performing complex analytical tasks using statistical, database and mapping tools to generate insights, including tables, graphs, queries and visualisations.Maintaining and improving infectious disease surveillance systems, validating and auditing data quality, and producing standard operating procedures and routine surveillance reports with analysis and interpretation.Applying statistical methods to surveillance data, responding to data requests, developing enhanced datasets and analytical solutions, automating reports, and disseminating findings through presentations, publications and other communication channels to ensure high-quality outputs.Please note this list is not exhaustive.About usWe pride ourselves as being an employer of choice, where Everyone Matters promoting equality of opportunity to actively encourage applications from everyone, including groups currently underrepresented in our workforce.UKHSA ethos is to be an inclusive organisation for all our staff and stakeholders. To create, nurture and sustain an inclusive culture, where differences drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our workforce and wider communities. We do this through celebrating and protecting differences by removing barriers and promoting equity and equality of opportunity for all.Please visit our careers site for more information https://gov.uk/ukhsa/careersDetailsDate posted27 July 2026Pay schemeOtherSalary 33,422 to 40,731 a year per annum, pro rata ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working Reference number919-TG-633002343-EXTJob locationsCore HQ or Supporting HubsLiverpool, Preston, ManchesterL3 1DSUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesSpecific duties of the role may vary depending on the site and teams/functions. Outbreak support and epidemiological investigationWhere appropriate, undertake specific steps of an epidemiological study under direction, including designing questionnaires (e.g. Snap Survey), outbreak databases, descriptive epidemiology, outbreak reports, investigating exceedances and interviewing cases and controlsUndertake complex analytical tasks using statistical, database and mapping software to support analysis, including producing tables, graphs, maps and advanced queriesSurveillance and data analysisMaintain and improve infectious disease surveillance databases, test new systems, validate data quality through automated routines and audit, and update Standard Operating ProceduresApply and interpret basic statistical tests, analyse surveillance data, produce reports using tools such as Stata, R, ArcGIS, network analysis and SQL, respond to data requests and support surveillance through data quality assurance and database improvementsUndertake complex analytical tasks including advanced querying, data validation and pivot tables.ResearchSupport research through contributions to scientific papers, projects and study databases, analysing and interpreting findings, creating automated reports, importing and exporting data, presenting work internally and externally, and sharing findings at meetings and conferences.Management and LeadershipAct as a role model, participate in meetings, resolve issues, lead specific topic areas, support policy and protocol development, contribute to quality improvement and governance initiatives, and support or lead projects as agreed with the line managerMaintain up-to-date knowledge of epidemiology, surveillance and public health interventions, contribute to supervision and training, support teaching programmes and ensure data transfer, extraction, storage and reporting meet governance and quality standardsPersonal & Professional DevelopmentIdentify and address development needs through appraisal and training plans, attend internal and external training events, and complete all mandatory training, including safeguarding, fire safety and information governanceEssential role criteria:Educated to an undergraduate degree in health, biological or scientific discipline, or able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge and skills gained through relevant work experience in epidemiology, public health intelligence, health protection, surveillance, or health data analysis.Master's degree in public health, epidemiology, statistics, health informatics, or an allied discipline, or equivalent experience demonstrating application of epidemiological and analytical methods.Knowledge of epidemiological investigationKnowledge or experience of basic statistical tests, performing descriptive epidemiology with strong analytical skills, excellent accuracy and attention to detailKnowledge of principles and practice of surveillance, including data(base) management, data transmission, data security, data quality, data analysis including descriptive statistics and graphics and data reportingExperience of using computer and database software packages for epidemiological and statistical analysisUnderstand information governance including data protection and confidentiality requirementsExcellent oral and written communication skillsProficient in a common statistical/database/mapping tool such as Stata, R, GIS, network analysis, SQL, etc.Able to maintain effective relationships with co-workers and key stakeholdersGood organisational, prioritisation and time management skills and able to work under own initiativeAn understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships, both in terms of day-to-day working practices, but also in relation to management systemsDesirable role criteria:Training or experience in validating data including automated routinesKnowledge of the health and social care environment, and an understanding of epidemiological surveillance systems, health intelligence processes, and information flows across public health, healthcare and partner agencies.Line management experience including appraising staff and managing performanceProven scientific report writing skillsSelection Process Details (Competency based)This vacancy will be assessed using a competency-based framework which will assess your qualifications,knowledgeand experience and / or skills and abilities outlined in the essential criteria.Stage 1: Application & SiftCompetency BasedYou will be required to complete an application form. You will be assessed on the listed 12 essential criteria, and this will be in the form of a:Application form (Employer/ Activity history section on the application)1250 word supporting statementThis should outline how you consider your skills, experience and knowledge provide evidence of your suitability for the role, with reference to the essential criteria. Please indicate within your personal statement your preferred job role.You will receive a joint score for your application form and statement. (Please note you will not be able to upload your CV. You must complete the application form in as much detail as possible. Please do not email us your CV).HealthjobsUK has a word limit of 1500, but your supporting statement must be no more than1250words. We will not consider any words over 1250words.Longlisting: In the event ofa large number ofapplicationswewilllonglistinto 3 piles of: Meets all essential criteria Meets some essential criteria Meets no essential criteriaIf used, the pile Meets all essential criteria willproceedto shortlisting.Shortlisting:In the event ofa large number ofapplications we will conduct an initial sift, on the lead criteria of:Knowledge of epidemiological investigationKnowledge of principles and practice of surveillance, including data(base) management, data transmission, data security, data quality, data analysis including descriptive statistics and graphics and data reportingProficient in a common statistical/database/mapping tool such as Stata, R, GIS, network analysis, SQL, etc.Desirable criteria may be used in the event of a large number of applications/large amount of successful candidates.If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to interview & assessment.Feedback will not be provided at this stage.Stage 2: InterviewCompetency BasedYou will be invited to a single face to face interview at our site in Liverpool. In exceptional circumstances, we may be able to offer a remote interview. Knowledge, experience, skills & abilities will be tested at interview.There will be a 10 to 15-minute technical assessment during the interview where you'll be asked to describe and interpret epidemiological data, assess data quality and/or review code.Interviews dates to be confirmed. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.Additional InformationSalary InformationIf you are successful at interview and are moving from another government department, NHS, or Local Authority, the relevant starting salary principles for level transfers or promotions will apply. Otherwise, roles are offered at the pay scale minimum for the grade, but in exceptional circumstances there may be flexibility if you are able to demonstrate you are already in receipt of an existing, higher salary. Pay increases are through the relevant annual pay award for the role and terms. LocationThis role is being offered as hybrid working based at our core HQ in Liverpool or one of our Supporting Hubs in Preston or Manchester. Please indicate within your personal statement your preferred location.We offer great flexible working opportunities at UKHSA and operate using a hybrid working model where business needs allow. This provides us with greater flexibility about how and where we work, to get the best from our workforce. As a hybrid worker, you will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of your contractual working hours (approximately 3 days a week pro rata, (averaged over a month)) working at our office. Our core HQ offices are modern and newly refurbished with excellent city centre transport links and benefit from co-location with other government departments such as the Department for Health and Social Care (DHSC).Security Clearance Level RequirementSuccessful candidates must pass a basic disclosure and barring security check before they can be appointed. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is Baseline Personnel Security Standard.Eligibility CriteriaOpen to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service (including internal applicants). Job description Job responsibilitiesSpecific duties of the role may vary depending on the site and teams/functions. Outbreak support and epidemiological investigationWhere appropriate, undertake specific steps of an epidemiological study under direction, including designing questionnaires (e.g. Snap Survey), outbreak databases, descriptive epidemiology, outbreak reports, investigating exceedances and interviewing cases and controlsUndertake complex analytical tasks using statistical, database and mapping software to support analysis, including producing tables, graphs, maps and advanced queriesSurveillance and data analysisMaintain and improve infectious disease surveillance databases, test new systems, validate data quality through automated routines and audit, and update Standard Operating ProceduresApply and interpret basic statistical tests, analyse surveillance data, produce reports using tools such as Stata, R, ArcGIS, network analysis and SQL, respond to data requests and support surveillance through data quality assurance and database improvementsUndertake complex analytical tasks including advanced querying, data validation and pivot tables.ResearchSupport research through contributions to scientific papers, projects and study databases, analysing and interpreting findings, creating automated reports, importing and exporting data, presenting work internally and externally, and sharing findings at meetings and conferences.Management and LeadershipAct as a role model, participate in meetings, resolve issues, lead specific topic areas, support policy and protocol development, contribute to quality improvement and governance initiatives, and support or lead projects as agreed with the line managerMaintain up-to-date knowledge of epidemiology, surveillance and public health interventions, contribute to supervision and training, support teaching programmes and ensure data transfer, extraction, storage and reporting meet governance and quality standardsPersonal & Professional DevelopmentIdentify and address development needs through appraisal and training plans, attend internal and external training events, and complete all mandatory training, including safeguarding, fire safety and information governanceEssential role criteria:Educated to an undergraduate degree in health, biological or scientific discipline, or able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge and skills gained through relevant work experience in epidemiology, public health intelligence, health protection, surveillance, or health data analysis.Master's degree in public health, epidemiology, statistics, health informatics, or an allied discipline, or equivalent experience demonstrating application of epidemiological and analytical methods.Knowledge of epidemiological investigationKnowledge or experience of basic statistical tests, performing descriptive epidemiology with strong analytical skills, excellent accuracy and attention to detailKnowledge of principles and practice of surveillance, including data(base) management, data transmission, data security, data quality, data analysis including descriptive statistics and graphics and data reportingExperience of using computer and database software packages for epidemiological and statistical analysisUnderstand information governance including data protection and confidentiality requirementsExcellent oral and written communication skillsProficient in a common statistical/database/mapping tool such as Stata, R, GIS, network analysis, SQL, etc.Able to maintain effective relationships with co-workers and key stakeholdersGood organisational, prioritisation and time management skills and able to work under own initiativeAn understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships, both in terms of day-to-day working practices, but also in relation to management systemsDesirable role criteria:Training or experience in validating data including automated routinesKnowledge of the health and social care environment, and an understanding of epidemiological surveillance systems, health intelligence processes, and information flows across public health, healthcare and partner agencies.Line management experience including appraising staff and managing performanceProven scientific report writing skillsSelection Process Details (Competency based)This vacancy will be assessed using a competency-based framework which will assess your qualifications,knowledgeand experience and / or skills and abilities outlined in the essential criteria.Stage 1: Application & SiftCompetency BasedYou will be required to complete an application form. You will be assessed on the listed 12 essential criteria, and this will be in the form of a:Application form (Employer/ Activity history section on the application)1250 word supporting statementThis should outline how you consider your skills, experience and knowledge provide evidence of your suitability for the role, with reference to the essential criteria. Please indicate within your personal statement your preferred job role.You will receive a joint score for your application form and statement. (Please note you will not be able to upload your CV. You must complete the application form in as much detail as possible. Please do not email us your CV).HealthjobsUK has a word limit of 1500, but your supporting statement must be no more than1250words. We will not consider any words over 1250words.Longlisting: In the event ofa large number ofapplicationswewilllonglistinto 3 piles of: Meets all essential criteria Meets some essential criteria Meets no essential criteriaIf used, the pile Meets all essential criteria willproceedto shortlisting.Shortlisting:In the event ofa large number ofapplications we will conduct an initial sift, on the lead criteria of:Knowledge of epidemiological investigationKnowledge of principles and practice of surveillance, including data(base) management, data transmission, data security, data quality, data analysis including descriptive statistics and graphics and data reportingProficient in a common statistical/database/mapping tool such as Stata, R, GIS, network analysis, SQL, etc.Desirable criteria may be used in the event of a large number of applications/large amount of successful candidates.If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to interview & assessment.Feedback will not be provided at this stage.Stage 2: InterviewCompetency BasedYou will be invited to a single face to face interview at our site in Liverpool. In exceptional circumstances, we may be able to offer a remote interview. Knowledge, experience, skills & abilities will be tested at interview.There will be a 10 to 15-minute technical assessment during the interview where you'll be asked to describe and interpret epidemiological data, assess data quality and/or review code.Interviews dates to be confirmed. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.Additional InformationSalary InformationIf you are successful at interview and are moving from another government department, NHS, or Local Authority, the relevant starting salary principles for level transfers or promotions will apply. Otherwise, roles are offered at the pay scale minimum for the grade, but in exceptional circumstances there may be flexibility if you are able to demonstrate you are already in receipt of an existing, higher salary. Pay increases are through the relevant annual pay award for the role and terms. LocationThis role is being offered as hybrid working based at our core HQ in Liverpool or one of our Supporting Hubs in Preston or Manchester. Please indicate within your personal statement your preferred location.We offer great flexible working opportunities at UKHSA and operate using a hybrid working model where business needs allow. This provides us with greater flexibility about how and where we work, to get the best from our workforce. As a hybrid worker, you will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of your contractual working hours (approximately 3 days a week pro rata, (averaged over a month)) working at our office. Our core HQ offices are modern and newly refurbished with excellent city centre transport links and benefit from co-location with other government departments such as the Department for Health and Social Care (DHSC).Security Clearance Level RequirementSuccessful candidates must pass a basic disclosure and barring security check before they can be appointed. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is Baseline Personnel Security Standard.Eligibility CriteriaOpen to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service (including internal applicants).Person Specification Application form and supporting statement EssentialApplication form and supporting statement Essential Criteria EssentialQuestion on knowledge, experience, and skills Presentation EssentialThere will be a 10 to 15-minute technical assessment during the interview where you'll be asked to describe and interpret epidemiological data, assess data quality and/or review code. Person Specification Application form and supporting statement EssentialApplication form and supporting statement Essential Criteria EssentialQuestion on knowledge, experience, and skills Presentation EssentialThere will be a 10 to 15-minute technical assessment during the interview where you'll be asked to describe and interpret epidemiological data, assess data quality and/or review code.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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 CheckThis 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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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 detailsEmployer nameUK Health Security AgencyAddressCore HQ or Supporting HubsLiverpool, Preston, ManchesterL3 1DSUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameUK Health Security AgencyAddressCore HQ or Supporting HubsLiverpool, Preston, ManchesterL3 1DSUnited KingdomEmployer's website

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