HDRC Data Scientist Manager

Lambeth; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in South London is seeking a Data Scientist Manager to oversee data projects aimed at supporting health and decision-making in the community. The role requires leadership in data initiatives, collaboration with various stakeholders, and a commitment to addressing health inequalities. Candidates should have a strong background in data analysis and project management to drive evidence-based actions. This position offers a hybrid working model and a full-time contract, encouraging an innovative approach to public health data integration.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in data science and data management.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams.
• Experience in leading data projects and initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the data workstream for evidence-based decision making.
• Support data science projects across local government and health system.
• Engage with external research partners for data initiatives.

Skills

Data analysis

Epidemiology

Decision support

Project management

Education

Degree in Data Science, Statistics, or related field

Tools

Statistical software

Data visualization tools

Job description

HDRC Data Scientist Manager : REF :

Hybrid Working

PO : £, pa rising in annual increments to £,pa inc LW.

Month Secondment Opportunity / Fixed Term Contract and Full Time

About Us

Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over , residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community.

It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our

With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment.

Please have a look at our dedicated

About the Team

This is an integrated post which sits across the public health intelligence team, Lambeth HDRC and Lambeth Together partnership. This post will be line managed by the head of health intelligence, which sits within the public health team. Lambeth Council is one of local authorities to have been awarded funding by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR). This significant investment enables local authorities to set up pioneering Health Determinants Research Collaborations (HDRCs) between local staff, the community, and researchers to work together to address knowledge gaps in local areas. The HDRC is a new element of research infrastructure funding from the NIHR’s Public Health Programme based in local government. The purpose is to enable local authorities to become more research-active, undertake new research and use existing evidence to inform our decision making, and undertake evaluation activities. There will be a central focus on health inequalities and actions to tackle issues faced by disadvantaged groups and areas .

About the Role

The Data Scientist Manager will lead thedata workstream that seeks to support whole-system linked data across local government, NHS partners, higher education institutes and other local agencies ( police) for epidemiology, modelling, decision support and evaluation; and demonstrate the power of data science and connected data for evidence-based decision making within the Council and with partners. They will work with analyst and other colleagues across the council and local health and care system to support the development of data science projects to extract meaningful responses to solve real-world problems. The post holder will take an active role in the data analysis community of practice across the council and in working with external research partners.

How to Apply

To be considered for interview, your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence how you meet the shortlisting criteria on the personal specification marked “A” for application :

We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement.

Recruitment Timelines

Advert close date : pm on January .

Shortlisting : January

Interviews : Week Commencing January .

We reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive sufficient applications.