Data Science Analyst

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development opportunities

Staff support

Employee assistance programme

Gym membership discount

Onsite fitness classes

Car schemes

Job summary

The University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for a Band 5 Data Science Analyst within our Data Science team. The role involves applying data science techniques and working collaboratively to deliver high quality analyses that support clinical and corporate decisions.

You will lead governance within the team, develop indicators, and communicate complex information to stakeholders. The closing date is 4 November 2026 with interviews on 16 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Evidence of data analysis delivery to support clinical or corporate decisions.
• Experience communicating complex information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to manage projects and deliver outputs on time.
• Understanding of governance of Data Science within a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate, timely data analyses to support the Trust's needs.
• Develop quantitative and qualitative indicators for clinical and corporate divisions.
• Lead information governance and promote effective reporting within BI.

Skills

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

SQL

Power BI

Python

Job description

This is an opportunity to apply for a position within the Data Science team. The successful candidate will be recruited at Band 5 where they will use Data Science techniques and tools, whilst applying them and working collaboratively within the Data Science team.

They will demonstrate effective communication and demonstrate the application of excellent project management, stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills. Alongside this, the candidate will demonstrate the leadership and skills required facilitate the governance of Data Science throughout the team and deliver high quality and accurate outputs.

Responsible for the delivery of accurate, timely, value-added analysis to meet the requirements of a data driven Trust.

Proactively developing both quantitative and qualitative indicators to support the requirements of the clinical and corporate divisions.

To be the information lead for a designated area and provide expert support to underpin project work and decision making for the needs of a modern NHS. To promote the effective use of information and reports managed by the Data Science team and wider Business Intelligence department.

Closing date of applications: 4th November 2026

Interview date: 16th November 2026

As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together

Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.

In Return We Will Offer

• Development opportunities, including both professional and leadership development
• On-going support through every step of the way from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
• A variety of other staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes

Key Facts About Our Trust

• We see on average 4810 OP appointments per day.
• We are the 4thbusiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England – an average of 2077 per week.
• An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day – 3rd largest in the country.
• Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
• Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
• We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
• We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Tobias Rey Job title: Data Science Analyst Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 07585928180