Walk-in Interview for Research and Insight Officer at General Pharmaceutical Council-on 22 Febr[...]

jobs pharmaguidelines; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A regulatory body in healthcare is seeking a Research and Insight Officer in London. The role involves designing research programs, analyzing data, and supporting policy development. Applicants should have proven experience in research and strong analytical skills. The position offers a hybrid working model and numerous benefits including flexible hours and a pension scheme.

Benefits

30 days holiday

NHS pension scheme or Standard Life pension option

Flexible working arrangements

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in research and evaluation.
• Ability to analyze large datasets.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and delivering research programs.
• Collaborate to deliver public consultations.
• Produce insightful reports and infographics.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Quantitative research methodologies

Qualitative research methodologies

Job description

Overview

Job Post: Research and Insight Officer
Employer: General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
Location: Canary Wharf, London (Hybrid working approach)
Hours: 35 hours per week, 9.00 to 17.00, Monday to Friday
Closing Date: 4 February 2024 (11.59pm)
Interview Dates: 22 February 2024

The Role

Are you passionate about engaging in valuable research, shaping policies, and influencing the safe and effective practice of over 90,000 pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in Great Britain? If so, we invite you to apply for the position of Research and Insight Officer at the General Pharmaceutical Council.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and delivery of research and evaluation programs to enhance regulatory frameworks and healthcare services.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver GPhC’s public consultations.
• Understand qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, possessing strong interpersonal, statistical, and analytical skills.
• Undertake analysis of large datasets, producing insightful reports and infographics to guide policy development.
• Support colleagues in research and evaluation activities.
• Contribute to the commissioning of reliable and robust research and evaluations, including tender specifications and proposals.
• Demonstrate an unwavering commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Requirements

• Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check as part of pre-employment due diligence.
• Proven experience in research and evaluation.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to analyze large datasets.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills.

Benefits

In return for your commitment and enthusiasm, we offer:

• 30 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with the option to buy an additional 5 days.
• Choice between NHS pension scheme or Standard Life pension provider.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Career breaks and sabbaticals.
• Private medical insurance, life assurance, season ticket loan, bike loan, and more.

About the GPhC

The General Pharmaceutical Council is a respected regulatory body ensuring standards of care for people using pharmacy services in Great Britain. We have adopted a hybrid working approach post-Covid-19, promoting a diverse and inclusive culture.

Applying for this Role

If you have the required experience and skills, please apply using our online jobs application portal via the ‘Apply’ button above. Ensure you complete the supporting statement section, explaining how you meet each role criterion. Applications without a supporting statement will not be considered.

For more details, consult the job description document’s knowledge and skills section.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community, promoting equality, valuing diversity, and being inclusive in all our work as a health professions regulator.