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Senior Research Data Analyst

Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Research Data Analyst to join our team at University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of data collection and providing data reporting and analytics support to the directorate.

The post-holder will play a key role in the collection, management, and reporting of high-volume research data, serving a range of different purposes. They will work with relevant systems such as EDGE, Study Line, and NIHR Open Data Platform to collate and analyse data used for internal reporting as well as regional and national reporting.

The ideal candidate will have experience of relational databases, in-depth specialist knowledge of information analysis, and the use of information across the research pathway acquired through degree or equivalent experience. They will also have data management and reporting experience, and be able to develop the technical skills of others.

The role will support the unit and the running of a safe efficient service by providing reports for audit and research purposes, working closely with clinical teams to ensure the data meets the needs of the service. The post-holder will need to work independently, ensuring all aspects of the Management Information System remain fit for purpose.

We offer a salary of £47,951 to £56,863 per annum, inclusive of HCAS, and a range of benefits including flexible working arrangements.

Responsibilities:

  • Collect, manage, and report high-volume research data
  • Work with relevant systems to collate and analyse data
  • Provide reports for audit and research purposes
  • Support the unit and the running of a safe efficient service
  • Work independently to ensure the Management Information System remains fit for purpose

Requirements:

  • Diploma in Information Technology or Data Analysis or equivalent experience
  • Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
  • Ability to interrogate databases
  • In-depth knowledge of research workflows
  • Understanding of the need to maintain confidentiality and security in handling data

Desirable:

  • Educated to master's level or equivalent experience
  • Experience of relational databases
  • In-depth specialist knowledge of information analysis
  • Data management and reporting experience
  • Developing the technical skills of others

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • Microsoft Power BI
  • MS Excel
  • data visualisation

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/C9309-26-1027

Apply on University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust