Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Junior Data Analyst (XN04)

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Job summary

Are you a university student and passionate about data in healthcare? Do you want to be at the forefront of innovation in medical technology? Look no further!

Join the National Pathology Imaging Co-operative (NPIC) as a Junior Data Analyst and embark on an exhilarating journey with a unique collaboration between the NHS, academia, and industry leaders.

What We're Looking For

Someone with the desire to pursue a career in Computer Science, IT or a similar field.

A passion for technology and its application in healthcare.

Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.

Experience of working in a helpdesk setting and providing support to customers.

Basic knowledge of system administration and network management is a plus.

What We Offer

Mentorship and professional development opportunities from leading experts in the field.

A collaborative and innovative work environment that promotes learning and growth.

The chance to make a real difference in patient care and medical research.

If you're ready to kickstart your career and be part of something extraordinary, we want to hear from you!

Join NPIC and be a part of the digital revolution in pathology. Your future in tech and healthcare starts here!

Expected Shortlisting Date

09/09/2024

Planned Interview Date

16/09/2024

Main duties of the job

Your Role as a Junior Data Analyst

As a Junior Data Analyst at NPIC, you'll play a crucial role in supporting our mission. You'll be part of the Data and Analytics team, working with Pathology data and contributing to projects that have a tangible impact on healthcare.

Key Responsibilities:

Monitor and implement routine reporting

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including healthcare professionals, researchers, and tech experts.

Carry out ad hoc data extracts and data analysis

Participate in training sessions and workshops

Improve data quality issues within routinely collected data

About us

The National Pathology Imaging Co-operative (NPIC) programme, a £100m+ initiative supported by central funding from NHS England, Innovate UK and the Office for Life Sciences. NPIC has the ambition to provide a national platform to support pathology services.

The ambitions of the programme include:

1) Driving clinical use of digital pathology nationally and providing a platform to support this;

2) Designing, building and maintaining a platform for the development of artificial intelligence and the evaluation of the AI lifecycle

3) Providing a platform for further research & innovation and maximising the platform to facilitate this.

This programme is underpinned by Information Technology and the delivery of a range of digital solutions. The Trusts commitment to this programme includes the implementation of a number of internally developed and externally procured Digital solutions.

Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any questions.

Date posted

23 August 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£26,530 to £29,114 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

18 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9298-DRI-0167

Job locations

St. James's University Hospital

Beckett Street

Leeds

LS9 7TF

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will assist by providing data extracts and reports on a routine and/or ad hoc basis and monitoring interfaces. The post holder will also provide on-going support to system users.

The post holder will work closely with NPIC customers and colleagues internally. The post holder will be expected to work with customers and colleagues internally to uncover their data needs.

The post holder will be expected to arrange and plan her/his own work on a day-to-day basis within the overall demands and priorities of the department.

The post holder is office based with the flexibility to work from home but may be required to visit customer sites depends upon service needs.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will assist by providing data extracts and reports on a routine and/or ad hoc basis and monitoring interfaces. The post holder will also provide on-going support to system users.

The post holder will work closely with NPIC customers and colleagues internally. The post holder will be expected to work with customers and colleagues internally to uncover their data needs.

The post holder will be expected to arrange and plan her/his own work on a day-to-day basis within the overall demands and priorities of the department.

The post holder is office based with the flexibility to work from home but may be required to visit customer sites depends upon service needs.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Expertise in data analysis and reporting gained in a work environment.
Proficient in use of SQL as a query tool.
Ability to manipulate spreadsheets.
Knowledge of Web content management.
Proficient in Microsoft desktop packages.
Experience of supporting users of IT systems

Desirable

Experience of Web technologies.
An understanding of change management.
An aptitude for programming.
Experience of working on data related projects.
Knowledge of ITIL.
Experience of working with Information management systems.
Experience of working in a healthcare environment.
Experience of working within an Acute Trust.

Skills & behaviours

Essential

Strong attention to detail.
Self-motivated and flexible.
Good interpersonal skills.
Professional attitude.
Team worker.
Committed to Trust objectives.

Other Criteria

Essential

Good organisational skills.
Good communicator (written and verbal).
Facilitation skills.
Ability to work on own initiative and to deadlines.
Ability to work with staff at all levels.
Work with multi-disciplinary teams.
Problem solver

Qualifications

Essential

Good standard of education to a minimum of A Level standard.

Desirable

HND or Degree in a computer related discipline

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Expertise in data analysis and reporting gained in a work environment.
Proficient in use of SQL as a query tool.
Ability to manipulate spreadsheets.
Knowledge of Web content management.
Proficient in Microsoft desktop packages.
Experience of supporting users of IT systems

Desirable

Experience of Web technologies.
An understanding of change management.
An aptitude for programming.
Experience of working on data related projects.
Knowledge of ITIL.
Experience of working with Information management systems.
Experience of working in a healthcare environment.
Experience of working within an Acute Trust.

Skills & behaviours

Essential

Strong attention to detail.
Self-motivated and flexible.
Good interpersonal skills.
Professional attitude.
Team worker.
Committed to Trust objectives.

Other Criteria

Essential

Good organisational skills.
Good communicator (written and verbal).
Facilitation skills.
Ability to work on own initiative and to deadlines.
Ability to work with staff at all levels.
Work with multi-disciplinary teams.
Problem solver

Qualifications

Essential

Good standard of education to a minimum of A Level standard.

Desirable

HND or Degree in a computer related discipline

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

St. James's University Hospital

Beckett Street

Leeds

LS9 7TF

Employer's website

https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

St. James's University Hospital

Beckett Street

Leeds

LS9 7TF

Employer's website

https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)