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Please see below details for a permanent band 7 post as Public Health Analyst/Epidemiologist based at Hull Teaching PCT. The closing date is 1st June.
ORGANISATION* HULL TEACHING PRIMARY CARE TRUST
DEPARTMENT* Public Health Directorate
JOB TITLE* Public Health Analyst/Epidemiologist
BAND: Band 7
SALARY: £28,313 - £37,326 per annum
REF NO: WH525
LOCATION*: The Maltings, Silvester Street, Hull
WORKING OPTION*: Up to full time, 37.5 hours per week
DESCRIPTION*:
Hull Teaching PCT is fully engaged in the drive to bring about a clinically led, patient-centred and locally accountable NHS. It is vitally important that decision makers have access to the best information and knowledge in order to make decisions that will impact on the health of the population of Hull.
Applications are invited for the post of Public Health Analyst/Epidemiologist, to contribute to the development of local and regional public health policy, working in a team with other Public Health professionals.
This is an opportunity to contribute to the development of effective and evidence based public health activity across Hull by participation in the production of statistical and epidemiological analysis, Health Needs Assessments, Health Impact Assessments Inequalities Analyses and other projects. In addition, this post gives an opportunity to work jointly with the Yorkshire and Humber Public Health Observatory at the University of York on a number of interesting projects.
The post offers security and career development potential within the NHS and the satisfaction of an interesting, challenging and varied program of work. The successful applicant would be able to live and work within an area which combines easy access to the cosmopolitan areas of Hull, Leeds, York and Sheffield with an enviable range of entertainment, music, dining and leisure choices.
We are seeking a self-reliant and highly numerate graduate or equivalent in Statistics, Mathematics, Epidemiology or Health/Social Sciences with competency in the production and interpretation of statistical output using a range of computer programs, combined with good communication skills. An understanding of the NHS and the ability to operate as part of a team and independently will enable you to enjoy the variety which this post offers.
The post is Hull-based within our modern offices, with no-charge car parking.
For informal enquiries please contact Andrew Taylor, Assistant Director of Public Health Sciences on (01482) 344803. Alternatively, if you require a different method of communication, please email [log in to unmask] for further information on this post.
The PCT is positive about employing people with disabilities. If you require your application in a different format please contact Human Resources as soon as possible.
The PCT is committed to improving working lives and encourages flexible working.
Please note: if you do not hear any more within 4 weeks of the closing date then unfortunately your application will not have proved appropriate for short-listing.
We are unable to accept CVs unless they accompany a fully completed application form.
CONTACT INFORMATION
On-line applications can be made by visiting www.jobs.nhs.uk <http://www.jobs.nhs.uk/> where details of the vacancy are shown. This is our preferred method of application.
Alternatively, for an application package please telephone 01482 303604, quoting job reference number HT454 or email [log in to unmask]
CLOSING DATE*: Sunday 1 June 2008
Robert Sheikh Iddenden
Epidemiologist/Statistician
Public Health Sciences
Hull Public Health Directorate
Hull Teaching Primary Care Trust
The Maltings
Silvester Square
Silvester Street
Hull
HU1 3HA
Telephone: 01482 344802
Fax: 01482 344705
Email: [log in to unmask]
