Epidemiological Scientist

Job summaryCommunicable Disease Surveillance Centre (CDSC) provides field epidemiology support to the Health Protection Division of Public Health Wales. It assists the Division in protecting the population of Wales from infectious diseases and environmental hazards through public health surveillance, epidemiological support for field investigation, and applied research.This post will contribute to the development of surveillance systems, field investigations, epidemiological studies and research. The post holder will work with analysts, epidemiologists, clinicians and scientists providing epidemiology and support for the development and maintenance of public health surveillance schemes run by the Health Protection Division.Main duties of the jobThis post will contribute to the development of surveillance systems, field investigations, epidemiological studies and research. The post holder will work with analysts, epidemiologists, clinicians and scientists providing epidemiology and support for the development and maintenance of public health surveillance schemes run by the Health Protection Division.The post holder may be required to line manage and/or co-ordinate work of junior team members. They will be required to train staff, supervise or mentor junior staff and demonstrate specific tasks or work as required to others.Applicants must have a good honours degree in a scientific or numerate subject and a master's qualification in public health or epidemiology or equivalent relevant experience. We are looking for a team player with good organisational and communication skills, who can demonstrate a flexible attitude and the temperament to work under pressure.The post is primarily based at Public Health Wales' headquarters at Number 2 Capital Quarter in central Cardiff, but other bases within Public Health Wales offices could be considered upon discussion with the successful candidates.The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.About usWe are Public Health Wales - the national public health organisation in Wales. Our purpose is 'Working together for a healthier Wales'. We exist to help everyone in Wales live longer, healthier, happier lives. Together with our partners, we work to increase healthy life expectancy, improve health and well-being, and reduce inequalities for everyone in Wales, now and for future generations.Our teams work to prevent disease, protect health, and provide leadership, specialist services and public health expertise. We are the leading source of public health information, research and innovation in Wales. In a world facing complex health challenges, our work has never been so important.We are guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that values equality and diversity. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and are supportive of flexible working arrangements, including part time roles and job sharing.To find out more about working for us and the benefits we offer please visit https://phw.nhs.wales/careers/DetailsDate posted20 October 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 7Salary 50,129 to 57,365 a year Per annum ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference number028-HS031-1026Job locations2 Capital QuarterTyndall StreetCardiffCF10 4BZUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesYou will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. Job description Job responsibilitiesYou will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.Person Specification Qualifications EssentialDegree in a scientific, computing or health related subjectMasters qualification or equivalent experience acquired in public health areas such as: epidemiological methods, public health, microbiology, statistics, data scienceDesirableA qualification or demonstrable training/experience in public health, health protection or epidemiology Experience EssentialSubstantial post-graduate experience of relevant scientific workExperience of working with large and complex databasesUnderstanding of current scientific and/or epidemiological advancesExperience of training other staff groupsDesirableExperience of surveillance and epidemiologyDemonstrable experience of working within a public health setting Skills EssentialAdvanced epidemiological and statistical methodsEffective oral and written communication skills.Ability to document and communicate clearly and succinctlyAdvanced skills in statistical and database software (Stata, MS Access, R) to manage and analyse complex dataExcellent computer literacy, including advanced skills in Microsoft Office applicationsAbility to project manage, coordinate teams and problem solveProfessional judgments on methods and interpretationDesirableAbility to speak Welsh or willingness to learnRegression and time series analysisMappingAbility to manage data and analyse microbiological test data Knowledge EssentialKnowledge of epidemiological principles and their application to communicable disease surveillance and controlAn understanding of healthcare systems in WalesAwareness of policies and procedures relating to dealing with confidential data.DesirableKnowledge of Public Health WalesKnowledge and experience of the architecture and practice of large-scale data managementA knowledge of automating routine analysis through Tableau, programming, R markdown, or STATA ) Personal Attributes (Demonstrable) EssentialAbility to work to deadlines and under pressure.Flexible approach and commitment to apply skills in support of clinical/scientific prioritiesProven track record as a team playerEnthusiastic approach with excellent planning and organisational skillsNegotiation and diplomacy skills to work with a wide range of staffAbility to work on own initiative.Good time-keepingRespect confidentiality.Willingness to learn and develop skills.DesirableAbility to work in challenging or different circumstancesAbility to speak Welsh Other EssentialAbility to foster and maintain good working relationships with administrative staff, scientific staff and health professionals at all levelsCommitment to CPD within Public Health competency frameworksParodrwydd i deithioared to travelDesirableEvidence of continuing professional Development Person Specification Qualifications EssentialDegree in a scientific, computing or health related subjectMasters qualification or equivalent experience acquired in public health areas such as: epidemiological methods, public health, microbiology, statistics, data scienceDesirableA qualification or demonstrable training/experience in public health, health protection or epidemiology Experience EssentialSubstantial post-graduate experience of relevant scientific workExperience of working with large and complex databasesUnderstanding of current scientific and/or epidemiological advancesExperience of training other staff groupsDesirableExperience of surveillance and epidemiologyDemonstrable experience of working within a public health setting Skills EssentialAdvanced epidemiological and statistical methodsEffective oral and written communication skills.Ability to document and communicate clearly and succinctlyAdvanced skills in statistical and database software (Stata, MS Access, R) to manage and analyse complex dataExcellent computer literacy, including advanced skills in Microsoft Office applicationsAbility to project manage, coordinate teams and problem solveProfessional judgments on methods and interpretationDesirableAbility to speak Welsh or willingness to learnRegression and time series analysisMappingAbility to manage data and analyse microbiological test data Knowledge EssentialKnowledge of epidemiological principles and their application to communicable disease surveillance and controlAn understanding of healthcare systems in WalesAwareness of policies and procedures relating to dealing with confidential data.DesirableKnowledge of Public Health WalesKnowledge and experience of the architecture and practice of large-scale data managementA knowledge of automating routine analysis through Tableau, programming, R markdown, or STATA ) Personal Attributes (Demonstrable) EssentialAbility to work to deadlines and under pressure.Flexible approach and commitment to apply skills in support of clinical/scientific prioritiesProven track record as a team playerEnthusiastic approach with excellent planning and organisational skillsNegotiation and diplomacy skills to work with a wide range of staffAbility to work on own initiative.Good time-keepingRespect confidentiality.Willingness to learn and develop skills.DesirableAbility to work in challenging or different circumstancesAbility to speak Welsh Other EssentialAbility to foster and maintain good working relationships with administrative staff, scientific staff and health professionals at all levelsCommitment to CPD within Public Health competency frameworksParodrwydd i deithioared to travelDesirableEvidence of continuing professional DevelopmentDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).Employer detailsEmployer namePublic Health WalesAddress2 Capital QuarterTyndall StreetCardiffCF10 4BZUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer namePublic Health WalesAddress2 Capital QuarterTyndall StreetCardiffCF10 4BZUnited KingdomEmployer's website