Data and Systems Analyst

OUH; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust collaborates with the Big Data Institute to build a secure, scalable platform for health data research. The Data and System Analyst will help develop and operate the TVS Secure Data Environment, linking NHS and national data for trusted analysis in a secure cloud setting.

Role emphasizes data design, semantics and usage in healthcare research, requiring collaboration with engineers, scientists and governance specialists to advance disease

Qualifications

• Masters-level qualification with a strong data science or data engineering component.
• Undergraduate degree plus relevant experience in data-related roles.
• Experience with data design, schemas and data architecture.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to development and operation of the Thames Valley and Surrey (TVS) Secure Data Environment (SDE).
• Work as part of a cross-disciplinary team to enable secure data analysis for health research.

Skills

Data representations

Technical reports

Data provenance

Data design

Workflow notations

AI technologies

Semantic web technologies

Education

Masters in data science or data engineering

Undergraduate degree with relevant experience

Job description

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.

The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call thisDelivering Compassionate Excellenceand its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

Many of our recruitment programmes useValue Based Interviewingto identify those who have the skills we seek, who share our values and who are able to deliver compassionate excellence from the outset. We know that this makes a significant difference to your job satisfaction and above all the outcomes and experience of our patients and their families. For more information about our Values and Value Based Interviewing please visit www.ouh.nhs.uk/about/vision-and-values

Job overview

Oxford University Hospitals (OUH) NHS Foundation Trust is working with the Big Data Institute within the University of Oxford to develop a secure platform for large-scale research and development . This platform will link detailed information from partner NHS organisation s , from national datasets, and from research projects and make it available for analysis by trusted us ers within a secure cloud environment. There is a particular emphasis on high-value clinical and translational research, including the development and evaluation of AI innovations in healthcare delivery .

The Data a nd System Analyst will contribute to the development and operation of this platform , the Thames Valley and Surrey (TVS) Secure Data Environment (SDE) , as a key component of the future UK health research ecosystem . They will build and communicate a deep understanding of data design , data semantics, and data usage in healthcare and health research. They will work as part of a team of engineers, scientists, managers, and governance specialists , using state-of-the-art tools and technologies . The ir work will lead to advances in our understanding of disease and to improvements in healthcare services.

Main duties of the job

Oxford University Hospitals (OUH) NHS Foundation Trust is working with the Big Data Institute within the University of Oxford to develop a secure platform for large-scale research and development . This platform will link detailed information from partner NHS organisation s , from national datasets, and from research projects and make it available for analysis by trusted us ers within a secure cloud environment. There is a particular emphasis on high-value clinical and translational research, including the development and evaluation of AI innovations in healthcare delivery .

The Data a nd System Analyst will contribute to the development and operation of this platform , the Thames Valley and Surrey (TVS) Secure Data Environment (SDE) , as a key component of the future UK health research ecosystem . They will build and communicate a deep understanding of data design , data semantics, and data usage in healthcare and health research. They will work as part of a team of engineers, scientists, managers, and governance specialists , using state-of-the-art tools and technologies . The ir work will lead to advances in our understanding of disease and to improvements in healthcare services.

Working for our organisation

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury. For more information on OUH please view OUH At a Glance by OUHospitals - Issuu

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.

We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel .

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further information on this role please refer to the attached job description and person specification.

Person specification

Qualifications

• A good, masters'-level qualification or a good undergraduate degree followed by relevant experience
• A masters'-level qualification with a strong data science or data engineering component

Experience

• Experience of working with data representations in database or programming formats
• Experience of writing papers or technical reports
• Experience of delivering data, documentation, or reports to meet strong expectations of correctness, quality, and provenance
• Good understanding of data design, schemas, and data architecture
• Experience of working with workflow or process description notations
• Experience of working with AI technologies
• Experience of metadata and/or semantic web technologies

Sexual Safety Charter : In 2023NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit tothe ten core principles

Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.

If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.

Vacancy Closures: Please note, this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications are received.

Visa and Immigration: Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is able to offer Certificates of Sponsorship for all eligible roles for a Skilled Worker Visa without exception, provided the role meets the minimum salary and skill level criteria set by the Home Office (UKVI). All eligible candidates will be considered with equal consideration at all stages of the application and recruitment process. Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers / Work in the UK - GOV.UK

COVID-19: The COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at Oxfordshire County Council Website where you can also find out more about how to access vaccination.

Probation Period: This post is subject to a 6 month probationary period. If you currently hold a contract of employment with the Oxford University Hospitals, this will not apply. This statement does not apply to Medical staff or Executive Appointments.

Referencing: When providing employment reference details please provide correct work related email addresses so references can be sought promptly when we are looking to progress your application. Your first referee will need to be your line manager, supervisor or clinical lead from your current or most recent post or place of study. Please note that if you have previously worked for the Trust we will require a reference from your last Manager, this information is essential if your offer of employment is to be confirmed.

To note: Applicants must write their own applications. If AI tools are used, the application may be rejected as this document is crucial for assessment. This does not prevent you from seeking support via AI with applications for the purposes of any disability and/or long-term health conditions.

When using AI to help write your application, it is important to personalise it, especially your supporting statement. While AI can simplify the process, it will not fully understand the job's requirements and/or be able to showcase your skills, knowledge, and experience. Write your statement to show why you are interested in the role and how you would be a valued member of the team/OUH employee.

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Employer certification / accreditation badges

Band 5 NurseandBand 2 Healthcare Support Workerrecruitment iscentralised, meaning when you apply you will be considered fora number of rolesacross the Trust. If you have any questions please email: [e-mail] .

Vacancies with our PFI partners

Domestic / catering / porteringservices at theJohn Radcliffe Hospitalare provided byMitie.

Domestic / catering / portering / maintenance engineerservices at theChurchill HospitalandNuffield Orthopaedic Centreare provided byG4S.

Maintenance engineer services at the John Radcliffe Hospital are provided by Equans.

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