Location
Hybrid working based at the Scientific Campus in Colindale, London Borough of Barnet. Hybrid working model with a minimum of 60% of contractual hours (approximately 3 days a week pro rata) expected on campus.

Hours
Full Time (hours not explicitly stated)

Salary
£45,353 per annum

About the Role
This role is within the surveillance section of the AMR & HCAI Division at the UK Health Security Agency. The primary function is to coordinate and develop the collation and epidemiological analysis of AMR & HCAI surveillance data-sets. Under supervision of senior scientific staff, the post holder will regularly extract, collate, validate, and analyse surveillance data to monitor trends, geographic distribution, and risk factors. The role contributes to surveillance and policy reports as well as peer-reviewed publications.
The post holder will develop and implement standardised data collection and analysis protocols, identify and resolve data quality issues, and ensure data processing complies with relevant policies and SOPs. Responsibilities include developing information and intelligence systems to support public health action, undertaking complex analyses of quantitative and qualitative datasets, interpreting epidemiological and statistical information, and communicating findings effectively to a range of stakeholders.
Additional duties include writing reports and publications, conducting literature reviews and research, assisting in teaching and training activities, managing staff if required, and participating in mandatory training. The role may also involve supporting UKHSA’s incident response activities as needed.
The post holder will report to Section Leads in the AMR & HCAI Division through the Principal or Senior Scientist coordinating the projects.

Experience
- Scientific research experience, particularly in public health
- Data management, analysis, and reporting
- Interpreting and evaluating epidemiological data
- Preparing scientific reports and presentations
- Proficiency in database software and statistical/database languages such as SQL, R, STATA, network analysis, etc.

About you
- Ability to undertake specialist and complex analyses of quantitative and qualitative datasets
- Strong communication skills to effectively present complex epidemiological and statistical information to diverse audiences
- Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders including NHS, Department of Health, and other national bodies
- Willingness to participate in professional development and mandatory training
- Capable of managing projects and staff where required

Qualifications
- Primary degree in a suitable science subject such as Computer Science, Information Technology, Biology, Physics, or Health Sciences
- Desirable: experience in communicable disease epidemiology, surveillance and prevention, and project management