Senior Nutrition Specialist

2 weeks ago


Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Department of Health and Social Care Full time

Job Title: Senior Nutrition Specialist

Salary: £32,188 - £41,410 per annum

About Us

The Department of Health and Social Care is a UK government department responsible for providing leadership on health and social care issues. We are committed to improving the lives of people across the country, with a focus on enabling everyone to live more independent, healthier lives for longer.

Job Description

This role will support the delivery of key projects within the Nutrition Evidence, Surveys and Translation (NEST) division, which works closely with other government departments and external stakeholders to provide scientific advice on diet, nutrition and obesity.

You will be working on a range of initiatives, including dietary surveys, nutrient databases, and policy development. This will involve collaboration with colleagues across NEST, as well as external partners, to ensure that our work is informed by the latest evidence and best practice.

Your specific responsibilities will include:

  • Supporting the day-to-day delivery of dietary surveys, including contract management and data quality governance;
  • Maintaining and updating the nutrient databank underpinning the National Diet and Nutrition Survey;
  • Generating and interpreting data on food composition, food consumption and nutrient intakes for internal and external stakeholders;
  • Providing scientific secretariat support to project boards and engaging with cross-government colleagues to ensure standards are met.
Required Skills and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • An undergraduate or postgraduate degree in human nutrition or a closely related subject;
  • Relevant postgraduate experience;
  • Demonstrable understanding of the dietary aspects of public health;
  • Familiarity with dietary surveys;
  • Numeracy and analytical skills, including an ability to understand and interpret food composition data and how it impacts diet.
Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, you will also benefit from:

  • A comprehensive pension scheme;
  • Limited non-contractual hybrid working options;
  • A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity;
  • Ongoing learning and development opportunities.


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