Public Health Researcher (Gambling Prevention)

NHS; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health agency in Wales is seeking a Public Health Researcher to support the gambling prevention research agenda. The role involves coordinating research efforts, collaborating with various partners, and aiding in developing impactful research bids. Ideal candidates should possess a higher degree in a relevant field and demonstrate significant experience in public health research. This permanent position offers a full-time commitment and is located in Cardiff.

Qualifications

• Masters level knowledge of core Public Health competencies.
• PhD in a related field is desirable.
• Significant experience in public health research is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and develop gambling prevention research agenda.
• Strengthen collaborations with research communities.
• Support the development of research bids and applications.

Skills

Research methods

Qualitative analysis

Quantitative analysis

Statistical software proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Higher Degree with strong research component

Evidence of higher level study in gambling prevention / health behaviour change

Tools

Statistical software

Data analysis tools

Job description

Job summary

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 gambling prevention 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, research procurement 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.

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 gambling prevention 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 prioritisegambling prevention 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 agency in Wales. Our purpose is 'Working together for a healthier Wales'. We exist to help everyone in Wales live longer, healthier, happier lives. Together with our partners, we work to increase healthy life expectancy, improve health and well-being, and reduce inequalities for everyone in Wales, now and for future generations.

Our teams work to prevent disease, protect health, and provide leadership, specialist services and public health expertise. We are the leading source of public health information, research and innovation in Wales. In a world facing complex health challenges, our work has never been so important.

We are guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that values equality and diversity. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and are supportive of flexible working arrangements, including part time roles and job sharing.

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/

Details Date posted

01 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£48,527 to £55,532 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

028-AC188-0825

Job locations

Capital Quarter 2

Tyndall Street

Cardiff

CF10 4BZ

Job description 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 external academic and partner organisations and 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.

Job description 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 external academic and partner organisations and 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 Essential

• 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 gambling prevention / health behaviour change or equivalent

Desirable

• PhD in related field

Experience Essential

• 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

Desirable

• 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 Essential

• 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
• Attention to detail
• 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

Desirable

• Project or programme management skills
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Experience of teaching/training

Physical requirements Essential

• Ability to travel across Wales, including in rural communities

Desirable

• Able to work flexible hours when required
• Ability to work through the medium of Welsh

Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential

• 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 gambling prevention / health behaviour change or equivalent

Desirable

• PhD in related field

Experience Essential

• 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

Desirable

• 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 Essential

• 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
• Attention to detail
• 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

Desirable

• Project or programme management skills
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Experience of teaching/training

Physical requirements Essential

• Ability to travel across Wales, including in rural communities

Desirable

• 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details Employer name

Public Health Wales

Address

Capital Quarter 2

Tyndall Street

Cardiff

CF10 4BZ

Employer's website

https://phw.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Public Health Wales

Address

Capital Quarter 2

Tyndall Street

Cardiff

CF10 4BZ

Employer's website

https://phw.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)