Description
We’re recruiting for a Deputy Chief Scientific Adviser and Science Office Deputy Director to be part of our warm and collaborative team at Justice Digital, Data & Science. Justice Digital, Data & Science (JDDS) is at the heart of transforming how justice is delivered. We design, build and run digital services, platforms, technology and data capabilities that support colleagues, courts, prisons, probation, legal aid and wider justice services every day. The Deputy Chief Scientific Adviser (dCSA) supports the Chief Scientific Adviser (CSA) in providing strategic scientific advice across the Ministry of Justice, ensuring that policy, operational delivery and investment decisions are underpinned by robust evidence. The postholder leads the Science Office and is responsible for the delivery of the department’s research, development and innovation portfolio, ensuring that science and technology are effectively embedded across MoJ priorities.
Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic scientific advice across the Ministry of Justice
- Lead the Science Office and deliver the department’s research, development and innovation portfolio
- Ensure science and technology are effectively embedded across MoJ priorities
Requirements:
- Strong understanding of scientific principles and their application to policy and operational delivery
- Experience of leading a team and providing strategic advice
Benefits:
- Salary of £86,000 - £117,800 per year
- Access to learning and development
- A working environment that supports a range of flexible working options to enhance your work life balance
- A working culture which encourages inclusion and diversity
- A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
- Annual Leave
- Public Holidays
- Season Ticket Advance