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Public Health Research Assistant
4 months ago
Job summary
THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 8 MONTHS DUE TO FUNDING.
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THE SECONDMENT POSITION, YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM YOUR CURRENT LINE MANAGER PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR THIS POST.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Specialist Projects team in the Policy and International Health Directorate of Public Health Wales, a World Health Organization Collaborating Centre on Investment for Health and Well-being. The team develops public health knowledge through quantitative and qualitative research including population surveys, systematic reviews, evidencesyntheses and evaluations. As a Public Health Research Officer, you will provide research support across a range of projects examining complex public health challenges in Wales and internationally. A key part of the role will include literature review, evidence synthesis, policy review and case study development on social isolation,loneliness and social connection.
Main duties of the job
Experience of conducting literature reviews, including using search strategies, selecting studies, and extracting and synthesising study findings. Able to critically appraise study information and data sources. Able to convert health data into information with minimal supervision, including data collection, data quality audit, analysis and synthesis, and reporting through to dissemination. Knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research methods. Experience of quantitative data analysis using various software packages, including Excel and SPSS. Excellent verbal and written communication skills The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
We are Public Health Wales - the national public health organisation for Wales. Our purpose is 'working together for a healthier Wales'. We exist to help all people in Wales live longer, healthier lives. With our partners, we aim to increase healthy life expectancy, improve health and well-being, and reduce inequalities for everyone in Wales, now and for future generations.
Together, our teams work to prevent disease, protect health, and provide leadership, specialist services and public health expertise. We are the main source of public health information, research and innovation in Wales. Never more has public health been so important as we come through the Coronavirus pandemic, face the challenges of the cost-of-living crisis and tackle and prevent the harmful effects of climate change.
Our organisation is guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about the vacancy please see the job description and personal specification attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Educated to degree level in health, social, geographical, numerate or science related subject.
Experience
Essential
Experience of undertaking research in a health-related field Experience of undertaking literature reviews and evidence synthesis Experience of communicating information to others through writing short summary reports, or verbal updates. A proven track- record in delivering outputs within agreed deadlines. Management of information stored electronically.
Skills
Essential
Excellent written and verbal communication skills particularly in relation to data and evidence. Skills in communicating complex technical methodology and research outcomes to non-specialist audiences Experience in managing data, data cleansing and quality assurance Competence in the use of analytical software for quantitative analysis SPSS Competence in using Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint.
Knowledge
Essential
Clear understanding of current and ongoing issues affecting public health. Research methodology applied to public health Principles of research ethics and governance