Public Health Research Officer

NHS; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Health Wales is seeking a Public Health Research Officer to join the Research and Evaluation Division. The role contributes to the development of the WHO Europe Assessment Toolkit for Equity in Digital Health and supports evidence synthesis, literature reviews, data collection, and analysis within a multidisciplinary team.

You will work under supervision from a Senior Public Health Researcher and collaborate with partners to advance equitable digital health policy and practice, delivering

Job description

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Welcome to Public Health Wales, the national public health organisation for Wales

Our vision is Working to achieve a healthier future for Wales

Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English. To support our all Wales service, we particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers.

Important Note for vacancies offered on a fixed-term or secondment basis.

Job overview

THIS POST IS FIXED TERM UNTIL 31-03-2027 DUE TO FUNDING

Individuals who hold permanent (substantive) employment within the NHS may only be appointed via secondment. Approval for a secondment must be obtained from your current line manager prior to submitting an application

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Research and Evaluation Division in Public Health Wales as a Public Health Research Officer. The role sits within the WHO Collaborating Centre for Digital Health Equity, where you will contribute to the development of the WHO Europe Assessment Toolkit for Equity in Digital Health.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, with day-to-day management from a Senior Public Health Researcher and professional guidance and oversight from the Public Health Evaluation Lead (Digital Health). You will contribute to evidence synthesis and project activities that inform the design and implementation of the assessment toolkit. This will include literature reviews, data collection and analysis, stakeholder engagement, and the production of reports and presentations. You will also support collaboration with a range of partners, helping to advance equitable digital health policy and practice.

Main duties of the job

This is an opportunity for someone with experience of contributing to applied public health, health services or policy-related research projects and evidence reviews, who is organised, proactive and able to communicate research and evidence clearly. You will work autonomously on defined activities, with access to advice and guidance when required, while contributing to a collaborative and dynamic project environment.

Educated to degree level in health, social, geographical or science related subject, or an equivalent level of experience.

• Experience of undertaking research, including evidence reviews, with the ability to identify, appraise, synthesise and summarise evidence.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate research methods, data and evidence clearly.
• Strong organisational