Data Analyst
Job summary
We are looking for an ambitious, self-motivated data specialist with strong SQL, data handling and analytical skills to help manage and develop two large longitudinal databases: the established UK National Neonatal Research Database (NNRD) and the newly established International Neonatal Research Database.
The successful candidate will join Professor Modi's Neonatal Research Group based at the Chelsea and Westminster campus of Imperial College London. This is a multi-professional group of around 20 staff and students. The post holder will work closely with senior clinicians, other analysts, and the Senior Data Analyst. They will take a supportive role in data curation, managing and developing the databases. They will also contribute to research conducted by the Group.
Main duties of the job
- Assisting with maintaining the UK National Neonatal Research Database (NNRD) and the International Neonatal Research Database
- Managing the Group data servers (Linux)
- Managing online PowerBI tools
Liaison as required with the IT departments of Chelsea & Westminster Hospital and Imperial College London
Liaison as required with the Imperial Clinical Trials Unit on research projects involving electronic data
- Working closely with neonatal medicine research group staff and students
Providing data management support for research studies using the NNRD and other databases
- Contributing to the wider work of the Neonatal Research Group
- Conducting data queries
- Preparation of datasets ready for statistical analysis
- Production of data models for data dictionaries
- Contribution to the intellectual life of the department
- Contribution to the preparation of manuscripts for publication
- Active participation in meetings
- To comply with confidentiality agreements and the Data Protection Act
- Timely execution of work
About us
Our Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5m, providing full clinical services including maternity, A&E and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health care. The CQC rates us Good in safety, effectiveness, care and responsiveness, and Outstanding in leadership and resource use.
We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Mid.
We are delivering sustainable healthcare through our Green Plan. In line with Greener NHS ambitions, we aim for net zero carbon emissions by 2045. Achieving this requires collective effort. We encourage staff to reduce their impact on carbon, waste and pollution wherever possible. Every action counts to create a healthier, more sustainable future.
We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities, valuing the perspectives they bring.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Purpose of the Post
We are looking for an ambitious, self-motivated data specialist with strong SQL, data handling and analytical skills to help manage and develop two large longitudinal databases: the established UK National Neonatal Research Database; NNRD and the newly established International Neonatal Research Database.
The successful candidate will join Professor Modis Neonatal Research Group based at the Chelsea and Westminster campus of Imperial College London. This is a multi-professional group of around 20 staff and students. The post holder will work closely with senior clinicians, other analysts, and the Senior Data Analyst. They will take a supportive role in data curation, managing and developing the databases. They will also contribute to research conducted by the Group.
Professor Modi and her group established the NNRD in 2007. This holds operational clinical information captured in the course of clinical care, as a national resource to support health services evaluations and research.Data in the NNRD comprise the Neonatal Data Set (an approved NHS information standard) and includes demographic details, and daily records of interventions and treatments throughout the neonatal in-patient stay, information on diagnoses and outcomes, and follow-up health status at age two-years. All neonatal units in England, Wales and Scotland submit data to the NNRD through their data entry supplier.
The appointee will also be responsible for developing and curating interactive PowerBI visualisation tools. There is ample opportunity for additional involvement in the wider areas of work of the Group, commensurate with the interests and career aspirations of the successful candidate.
Further details of the Neonatal Data Analysis Unit and of the National Neonatal Research Database at https://www.imperial.ac.uk/neonatal-data-analysis-unit/
This is a full-time position, but part-time applicants will be considered if they match the person specification. The post is subject to probationary review after 3 months. S/he will be expected to play a full and active role in the academic life of the Neonatal Research Group.
Key working relationships in this post will include: the Neonatal Research Group staff and students; Imperial Clinical Trials Unit; Chelsea & Westminster NHS Foundation Trust Information Technology Department; Imperial College London Information Technology Department and international collaborators.
Key Working Relationships (internal):
- Members of the Neonatal Medicine Research Group
- Imperial College London Information Technology Department
- Imperial Clinical Trials Unit Research Manager
- Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
- Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
- Other Departments within Imperial College and Chelsea and Westminster
Key Working Relationships (external):
- Health Data Research UK Team
- National and international stakeholders
Roles and responsibilities
- Assisting with maintaining the UK National Neonatal Research Database (NNRD) and the International Neonatal Research Database
- Managing the Group data servers (Linux)
- Managing online PowerBI tools
Liaison as required with the IT departments of Chelsea & Westminster Hospital and Imperial College London
Liaison as required with the Imperial Clinical Trials Unit on research projects involving electronic data
- Working closely with neonatal medicine research group staff and students
Providing data management support for research studies using the NNRD and other databases
- Contributing to the wider work of the Neonatal Research Group
- Conducting data queries
- Preparation of datasets ready for statistical analysis
- Production of data models for data dictionaries
- Contribution to the intellectual life of the department
- Contribution to the preparation of manuscripts for publication
- Active participation in meetings
- To comply with confidentiality agreements and the Data Protection Act
- Timely execution of work
Other Duties
Attend relevant meetings
Undertake any necessary training and/or development
Other duties commensurate with the grade of the post as directed by line manager
Observe and comply with all organisational policies and regulations, including policies and procedures on Confidentiality, Conflict of Interest, Data Protection, Equal Opportunities, Financial Regulations, Health and Safety, Information Technology, Private Engagements and Register of Interests, and Smoking
Undertake specific safety responsibilities relevant to individual roles, as set out by the organisation
Person Specification
Exp & Qualifications
- Qualifications
- Data Management Experience
- Health Service Experience
Sklls & Knowledge
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to prioritise and manage own work load
- Familiarity with patient confidentiality issues (inc GDPR)
- EDC systems (OpenClinica, RedCap, Open Data Kit)
- Cloud technologies such as Azure
- Basic statistical techniques to analyse observational data
Personal Qualities
- Works well under pressure
- Enthusiastic and self-motivated
- Excellent attention to detail
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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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.
Employer details
Employer name
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
369 Fulham Road
London
SW10 9NH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.chelwest.nhs.uk/