Information Analyst

Information Analyst

About the Organisation:

Public Health Scotland launched 1st April 2020 as a national health board, employing around 1200 people, and with an annual budget of around £101 million. Public Health Scotland wants to see a Scotland where everybody thrives, a Scotland where life expectancy improves and the difference in life expectancy between our poorest and wealthiest areas gets smaller. To do this, we use data, intelligence and a place-based approach to lead and deliver Scotland’s public health priorities.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do:

Public Health Scotland encourages applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the population of Scotland that we serve. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued. Public Health Scotland is an equal opportunities employer who guarantees to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies.

The Post:
Are you curious about data and motivated by the opportunity to make a real difference to people’s lives? If so, this role offers the chance to use your analytical skills for meaningful public benefit.

As an Information Analyst, you will play a key role in using data to address Scotland’s public health challenges and support informed decision‑making across the health and care system. You will work with a wide range of stakeholders and contribute to insights that help shape policy, improve services and reduce health inequalities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Analysing and interpreting complex datasets to generate meaningful insight
• Applying analytical tools and techniques to support evidence‑based decision‑making
• Presenting complex information clearly using effective data visualisation methods
• Communicating insights in a customer‑focused and accessible way
• Producing and presenting statistical information for a wide audience, including NHS Boards, the Scottish Government, partner organisations and the general public

To find out more about working with us, visit: Careers at Public Health Scotland

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Recruitment Timeline:

• In-person assessment – week commencing 11^th May 2026
• In-person interviews – week commencing 25^th May 2026
• Anticipated start date July/August 2026

Location and Working Pattern:

The post is based at either Gyle Square, Edinburgh or Bothwell Street, Glasgow

PHS currently operates a hybrid working model, with a mixture of working at home and in the office each week.

We hold multiples vacancies, some of which are in teams that are outposted supporting local initiatives (e.g. NHS Lothian). If you are successful, you will be allocated to a team based on business requirements.

This post is available on a full‑time basis (36 hours per week), with part‑time hours considered. PHS is a flexible employer, and we are happy to discuss requests for alternative working patterns

During times of public health emergency, or other urgent business need, you may be required on a temporary basis to work your normal contracted working hours over 7 days including weekends, in order to meet the needs of the service.

It is a condition of this employment that you have the right to work in the UK and must live and remain a resident within the UK for the post in which you will be employed with PHS.

Benefits:
Our benefits package includes pension scheme, comprehensive range of work life balance policies, occupational health services, learning resource centres and discounted leisure, financial and shopping benefits. Click here to view the full range of the PHS Employee Benefits.

Inclusion:

Public Health Scotland (PHS) is a national NHS board committed to being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming employer. We support a range of flexible working options to help colleagues balance work and personal responsibilities. As an Established Carer Positive employer, we are committed to supporting staff with caring responsibilities and fostering a flexible, understanding workplace culture.

We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support colleagues to grow and thrive. Staff are also welcome to join our active equality networks.

As an equal opportunities and Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum shortlisting criteria, and we are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive recruitment experience.

PHS is working towards becoming a trauma informed organisation and recognises that trauma may affect people in different ways, including during the recruitment process.

If you need reasonable adjustments or support, please contact the Recruitment Team on nss.wfrs@nhs.scot

Further Information:

For further information about the post, please contact phs.analystrecruitment@phs.scot.

Closing date for completed applications is 24^th April 2026.

Further information on PHS is available from: www.publichealthscotland.scot

Please note that the majority of correspondence is sent by e-mail only, so please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders).

Public Health Scotland is an equal opportunities employer and as such guarantees to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies