Research Officer and Data Scientist

Research Officer and Data Scientist at Swansea University / Prifysgol Abertawe

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About The University

Swansea University is a research‑led university that has been making a difference since 1920. The University community thrives on exploration and discovery and offers the right balance of excellent teaching and research, matched by an enviable quality of life. Our stunning waterfront campuses and multicultural community make us a desirable workplace for colleagues from around the world. Our reward and benefits, and ways of working enable those who join us to have enriching careers, matched by an excellent work‑life balance.

This is a Fixed Term position until 31st December 2028 working full‑time. The Population Data Science group at Swansea University supports world‑leading research to develop cutting‑edge analytical tools and methodologies to address the most pressing health research challenges. Home to Researchers & Data Scientists who focus on a range of projects and programmes that seek to improve services and people’s lives through population data science research. This multidisciplinary team works in a fast‑moving, agile environment and is committed to demonstrating the value of data science to a range of technical and non‑technical audiences.

Our group works as part of multidisciplinary collaborations involving members of the public, researchers, policymakers, and service leads across a range of organisations, including Welsh Government, academia, public health, health and social care, and third‑sector organisations in Wales and the UK. Utilizing the Secure Anonymised Information Linkage (SAIL) Databanks, rich anonymised population‑scale, individual‑level, linked data sources are used to answer important population‑level questions that inform policy and evaluate national programmes and projects. The role will also involve using data from across the UK. The Research Officer & Data Scientist will be part of the Cancer Data Driven (CD3) Programme.

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• Use SAIL Databanks to answer population‑level questions that inform policy and evaluate national programmes.
  
• Develop cutting‑edge analytical tools and methodologies to address health research challenges.
  
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including the public, policymakers, and service leads.
  
• Present findings to technical and non‑technical audiences.
  

The University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity in all its practices and activities. We aim to establish an inclusive environment and welcome diverse applications from the following protected characteristics: age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic and national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation. As an inclusive and welcoming workplace, we value people for their skills regardless of their background. Applications are welcome in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than those submitted in English.

The Welsh language level required for this role is Level 1 – A little. The role holder will be able to pronounce Welsh words, answer the phone in Welsh (good morning/afternoon) and use very basic everyday words and phrases (thank you, please etc.). Level 1 can be reached by completing a 1‑hour course. Applicants for a role where Welsh skills are essential are expected to present their application in Welsh and will be interviewed in Welsh, if shortlisted.

Applications for this role will take the format of a CV submission and cover letter.

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• Entry level
  

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• Full‑time
  

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• Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
  

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• Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories