Pharmacy Services Data Analyst

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Data Analyst to join the Central Prescribing Team to take forward new initiatives and developments in prescribing analysis. Prescribing data analysis is a key tool to monitor prescribing patterns and support both clinicians and managers to achieve the best outcomes from the available resources.

This post will require excellent communication and data analysis skills, working within a specialist Data Analyst Team and be part of a wider multidisciplinary team. The postholder will be expected to support Pharmacy Services in meeting targets and delivering prescribing analysis reports to a range of stakeholders.

Key to the role is exceptional problem-solving, data analysis skills and the ability to work independently. The postholder must be proficient with databases, data wrangling, in the use of standard data analysis software (and other software packages) and be able to demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication, planning and organisation skills.

Informal contact: Andrew Morgan -

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: This post may close early due to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.

Due to the volume of applications that we receive, we will not be able to provide shortlisting feedback.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde- NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.

Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or other third-party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work, reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience, and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process.

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Information Technology
• Hospitals and Health Care