Job Advert
About the Organisation:
Public Health Scotland is a new organisation, set up to improve the lives of people in Scotland, to reduce health inequalities that persist in many of our communities. It’s an exciting time to join the organisation, with PHS at the forefront of Scotland’s efforts to tackle Coronavirus and its implications across society.
The Post:
In a data driven world, nothing is more critical than finding out exactly what is going on around you. Help us tell that story through the power of data.
We have some amazing opportunities for you to join our Data Management team who work on diverse topic areas such as vaccinations, surveillance, drug and alcohol use, hospital activity, waiting times, primary care and health and social care. As part of these roles you will deliver high quality data management services to contribute and influence the future shape of health and care services.
As one of our Information Managers, you will:
- Lead and manage multiple teams engaged in the production, development, and promotion of a range of data management services
- Provide expert advice and guidance on data management matters to both internal and external customers
- Engage with stakeholders to modernise existing data collection systems and contribute to the development of new information sources
- Lead projects involving data management to support the delivery of PHS’s business plan and strategic objectives
Location and Working Pattern:
Edinburgh or Glasgow, with current work from home arrangements and plans for ‘hybrid’ working
Monday to Friday – 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.
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
Further information:
For an informal discussion on the post, please contact Lindsay Mathie, Information Consultant on lindsay.mathie@phs.scot, or Jane Goodall, Service Manager, on jane.goodall@phs.scot
Further information on PHS is available from: www.publichealthscotland.scot
Closing date for completed applications is 24th October 2022
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