Public Health Researcher

Integrated Care System; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading public health organization in Wales seeks a part-time Public Health Researcher to support climate change research initiatives. This role involves identifying research priorities, coordinating bid development, and collaborating with academic and external partners. Applicants with advanced qualifications and experience in public health research are encouraged to apply, including those who can work through the medium of Welsh.

Qualifications

• Evidence of higher level study in climate change / health behaviour change or equivalent.
• Experience in securing research funding through a competitive process.
• Experience of leading a major research project.

Responsibilities

• Identify and map out research priorities and interdisciplinary opportunities.
• Coordinate development of the climate change research agenda.
• Support research bid development and governance processes.

Skills

Project management

Statistical analysis

Communication skills

Data collection methods

Research methods

Team collaboration

Education

Higher Degree with a strong research component

PhD in related field

Knowledge of core Public Health competencies at master's level

Tools

Software packages for data analysis

Job description

THIS POST IS PART TIME HOURS DUE TO THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE.

The Research and Evaluation Division of Public Health Wales is recruiting to the role of Public Health Researcher. The purpose of the role is to support the development and coordination of the climate change research-agenda across Public Health Wales and with our partners. The post holder will work to strengthen collaborations with the research community, identify and map out research priorities and interdisciplinary opportunities, and coordinate bid development and impactful research.

The Research and Evaluation Division are an experienced multi-disciplinary team, who work collaboratively across Public Health Wales and with externalacademic and partner organisations. We are keen to extend our research links with national and international partners.

Due to available funding, the role is part-time.

For further details or to arrange an informal discussion, please contact Elen de Lacy, Research, Development and Strategy Lead ([e-mail])

Main duties of the job

The post holder will have a key role in helping to identify, steer and manage climate change research-activity and collaborative partnerships with the aim of accelerating the shift towards more joined-up and impactful research, which fit with PHW priorities, as well as developing new partnerships, networks and consortia in this area.

The post holder will map, environment scan and prioritise climate change research needs and develop a comprehensive overview and analysis of research activity. The post holder will be involved in supporting the development of research bids and expertise across the sector, including supporting applicants with research governance and approvals processes for applications and awards.

This post will help to deliver the Public Health Wales approach to research and development, in support of PHWs' long-term strategy and the Research and Evaluation Strategy .

About us

We are Public Health Wales - the national public health organisation for Wales. Our purpose is 'working together for a healthier Wales'. We exist to help all people in Wales live longer, healthier lives. With our partners, we aim to increase healthy life expectancy, improve health and well-being, and reduce inequalities for everyone in Wales, now and for future generations.

Together, our teams work to prevent disease, protect health, and provide leadership, specialist services and public health expertise. We are the main source of public health information, research and innovation in Wales. Never more has public health been so important as we come through the Coronavirus pandemic, face the challenges of the cost-of-living crisis and tackle and prevent the harmful effects of climate change.

Our organisation is guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis.

To find out more about working for us and the benefits we offer please visithttps://phw.nhs.wales/careers/

For guidance on the application process, please visithttps://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/

Job responsibilities

Based within the Research and Evaluation of Public Health Wales, the post holder will work in partnership with Higher Education Institutes (HEIs) across Wales and the UK to coordinate the development and coordination of the climate change research-agendaand to strengthen collaborations with the research community. The post holder will also identify and map out research priorities and interdisciplinary opportunities, and coordinate partnerships, bid development and impactful research.

The Research and Evaluation Division are an experienced multi-disciplinary team, who work collaboratively across Public Health Wales and with externalacademic and partner organisationsand are keen to extend our research links with national and international partners. This post will help to deliver the Public Health Wales approach to research and development, in support of PHWs long-term strategy and the Research and Evaluation Strategy.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply now" to view on Trac.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

• Evidence of knowledge of core Public Health competencies at masters level or equivalent
• Higher Degree with a strong research component
• Evidence of higher level study in climate change / health behaviour change or equivalent
• PhD in related field

Experience

• Significant demonstrable experience leading to highly developed specialist knowledge in research applied to public health
• Experience of playing a leading role in a major research project
• Experience of securing research funding through a competitive process
• Experience of developing academic collaborations and partnerships
• Experience of work in public health in a specialist service or academic setting
• Experience of mixed methods research
• Experience of working with budgets/costings and governance for research projects.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes

• Knowledge of a range of research methods and approaches
• Ability to undertake complex analysis of qualitative or quantitative data
• Skills in using a range of qualitative and/or quantitative data collection methods
• Able to select and interpret a range of statistical tests
• Excellent organisational skills with an ability to prioritise own work and that of others effectively
• Ability to supervise the work of others
• Ability to communicate complex information in writing and orally, in formal and informal settings and to different audiences
• Evidence of an ongoing commitment to professional development
• Skills in the use of a range of software packages for data analysis
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, plan and manage own workload and plan work in advance to meet deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to self-motivate and motivate others
• Understanding and application of research and information governance processes, policies and procedures
• Project or programme management skills
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Experience of teaching/training

Physical requirements

• Ability to travel across Wales, including in rural communities
• Able to work flexible hours when required
• Ability to work through the medium of Welsh

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.