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Job description

“We are looking for a Scientist to work within the Tuberculosis (TB) Unit Surveillance team to support the collection of high-quality data from the National TB surveillance System database, conduct analysis of data and contribute to the regular dissemination of results through scientific reports and publications.

The TB Unit and National TB Surveillance is responsible for conducting, analysing and reporting national surveillance of TB disease in England and supports the devolved administrations in these functions. The unit also works with partners in NHS England to conduct and report on programmatic latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI) screening. This work underpins the delivery of the objectives of the national ‘TB Action Plan 2021-26.

We are looking for a capable, highly motivated person with experience of health data analysis using the principles of reproducible analytical pipelines and statistical analysis software packages (e.g. stata or R) to further the development of quality assurance procedures within the TB unit.“

Location

Colindale / Flexible Hybrid working

Address:
61 Colindale Ave,

London

NW9 5EQ

• Please be aware that this role can only be worked from within the UK and not overseas. Relocation expenses are not available.*

As a Scientist your main responsibilities will include:
The job holder will be required to carry out the following responsibilities, activities and duties:

• You will analyse and interpret scientific data on TB surveillance and produce surveillance or other scientific reports in collaboration with senior staff and external collaborators for a range of audiences, ranging from UKHSA decision makers, government policy-makers, the scientific and medical community to the general public.
• You will work closely with the senior scientist and principal epidemiologist in code-review and the development of reproducible analytical pipeline procedures for data analysis post database extraction.
• You will work closely with the senior scientist and data manager to support the ongoing development and exploitation of the web-based National TB Surveillance System (NTBS) by leading the management of NTBS front-end user needs including training of users and the development and monitoring of quality assurance and data protection procedures.
• You will lead on the production and exploitation of geographical analyses of TB surveillance data by utilising centrally resourced population and geographical datasets and procedures available across UKHSA by working with the relevant teams within Data and Analytics.
• You will support the Senior Scientist in the management of genomic data collected as part of TB surveillance

Working for the UKHSA

For more information on the UKHSA please visit: UK Health Security Agency - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Benefits

• Learning and development tailored to your role
• An environment with flexible working options
• A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
• A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%
• Range of health and wellbeing support

Any move to UKHSA from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility atChildcare Choices | 30 Hours Free Childcare, Tax-Free Childcare and More | Help with Costs | GOV.UK

Selection process details

STAGE 1 - APPLICATION & SIFT:
You will be required to complete an application form. This will be assessed in line with the advertised essential criteria – please do provide evidence of how you meet this.

If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to an interview.

STAGE 2 – INTERVIEW

This competition will involve an interview by video.

As part of the process, candidates will be invited to interview which will involve an in-depth discussion of your previous experience and professional competence in relation to the criteria set out in the Person Specification.

Your Statement of Suitability should outline your skills, experience, and achievements, providing evidence of your suitability for the role, with reference to the essential criteria (outlined in the person specification section).

You will also be asked to provide information within the ‘Employer/ Activity history’ section of the application form. This is equivalent to the information you would provide on a CV, setting out your career history.

Expected Timeline:
Advert close: 09:00hrs on the 23rdAugust 2023 – unfortunately, late applications will not be considered. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.

Shortlist: w/c 28th August 2023

Interviews: TBC

Please note these dates could be subject to change.