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Principal Data Analyst - Improvement Analytics Unit (IAU)

The Health Foundation
London
1 week ago
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Principal Data Analyst, Improvement Analytics Unit (IAU)

Salary:Upto£65,778perannumplusexcellentbenefits.

Contract:Permanent

HoursPerweek:37.5hoursperweek, you will be required to work in-person a minimum of two days per week in linewithourhybrid working model.

OurFoundation

WeareanindependentcharitableorganisationworkingtobuildahealthierUK.Healthisourmostprecious asset.Goodhealthenablesustolivehappy,fulfillinglives,fuelsour prosperity, and helps build a stronger society. YetgoodhealthremainsoutofreachfortoomanypeopleintheUKandservicesarestrugglingto provide access to timely, high-quality care. Itdoesn'thavetobelikethis.OurmissionistohelpbuildahealthierUKby:

1.Improvingpeople'shealthandreducinginequalities

2.Supportingradicalinnovationandimprovementinhealthandcareservices

3.Providingevidenceandanalysistoimprovehealthandcarepolicy.

Weaimforexcellenceacrossourworkand willachievethisbyproducingresearchandanalysis, shapingpolicy and practice,buildingskills,knowledge, andcapacity, and actingas acatalystforchange.Everyonehasastakeandaparttoplayinimprovingourhealth.Byworkingtogether,wecanbuilda healthier UK.

Abouttherole

As a Principal Data Analyst in the Improvement Analytics Unit (IAU), you will collaborate with Senior Analytical Managers and Assistant Directors to develop and deliver an ambitious programme of work evaluating major health initiatives. You will lead IAU projects, support team members, and build relationships with key stakeholders at both local and national levels.

Initially the postholder will work predominantly within our growing technology-enabled change (TEC) evaluation programme. The TEC programme involves the causal evaluation of interventions or pathway changes in health and care enabled by innovative technology. The postholder may also work on projects on other programmes of work, including primary care and health system performance. Ideally the postholder will have experience of evaluations of new technologies or technology-enabled service change in health or care.

Managing multiple projects, you will identify, design, and take responsibility for the execution of new projects in collaboration with both internal and external stakeholders. You will lead and mentor Senior Data Analysts and Data Analysts and support their professional development. You will ensure all analyses and reports are of the highest quality and effectively communicate findings to diverse audiences. You will provide expert advice on causal analytical methods and study design, particularly relating to technology-enabled change.

Howtoapply

Our priority is to find the right individual for each opportunity. We are dedicated to building an inclusive workplace that values diversity and invite you to findout more. You can find the job descriptionforthisroleHere.Ifyouwouldliketo apply,pleasesubmityourCV,andusing no more than 900 wordsanswerthe following application questions:

1.By the time when you managed multiple projects simultaneously how did you prioritise task and ensure deadlines were met?

2.Give an example of how you have provided leadership and mentorship to a team of analysts, to ensure high quality analysis and reporting?

3.Provide an example of a project where you collaborated with both internal and external stakeholders, how did you ensure effective communication or research findings to diverse audiences including policymakers and healthcare professionals?

4.Tell us about your experience using statistical methods , including any casual inference methods?

OurcommitmenttoInclusionandDiversity

We are committed to an inclusive hiring process, where every candidate has the chance to showcase their unique skills and experience in an accessible, and supported environment, to ensure that we can make the best appointment for each job on merit.We welcome applicants from all backgrounds andencourage those from underrepresented groups in this field to apply to us. We have identified three diverse groups, in particular, we want to achieve a better balance across our organisation between men and women, increase representation of people from blackandethnicminoritybackgrounds and recruitmore people withdisabilities.

Aspartofthis commitment, we particularly welcome applications from these groups. Applytojoinourteamandlet'sworktowardsbuildingadiverseandinclusiveworkplacetogether.If you require any support through this process, please contactHelpusworktogethertomaketherecruitmentprocessand potential future employment more accessible and enjoyable for you.

Closingdate:July 2, 23:00

Interviewdate: July17 or July 22, 2025

*Interviews will take place in person


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