Lead Healthcare Scientist – NHS Ayrshire & Arran in Glasgow State, Central Province

NHS Ayrshire & Arran is currently accepting applications for the position of Lead Healthcare Scientist in the Central Province area. We are actively seeking qualified candidates for this Temporary opportunity.

We are looking for individuals who possess strong Research, Analyst, & Information Technology skills and have a minimum of Mid-Senior level in the field. Along with technical expertise, we highly value qualities such as integrity, discipline, and a strong sense of responsibility in our potential employees.

The company offers a competitive estimated salary of approximately රු. 16,000 - රු. 38,000 (per Month). Please note that the final salary offer is subject to adjustment based on the company's evaluation.

NHS Ayrshire & Arran operates within the Hospitals and Health Care industry. If you are interested in joining our esteemed organization, we encourage you to submit your application without delay.

Job Information

Company:	NHS Ayrshire & Arran
Position:	Lead Healthcare Scientist
Region:	Central Province, Glasgow State - Central Province
Education:	Confidential
Job Function:	Analyst, Information Technology, Research
Seniority Level:	Mid-Senior level
Salary:	LKR 15.800 - LKR 38.000 per Month
Job Type:	Temporary
Industry:	Hospitals and Health Care

Job Description

About The Organisation

Public Health Scotland is Scotland’s lead national agency for improving and protecting the health and wellbeing of all of Scotland’s people. Our vision is of a Scotland where everybody thrives. Our focus is on increasing healthy life expectancy and reducing premature mortality. To do this, we use data, intelligence and a place-based approach to lead and deliver Scotland’s public health priorities.

The Post

We have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Healthcare Scientist to work within the multidisciplinary Bloodborne Viruses and Sexually Transmitted Infections team in the Clinical and Protecting Health Directorate.

The postholder will play a critical leadership role managing the team and overseeing the development and implementation of work plans. They will provide direction, guidance and support to teams and work closely with the Service Manager to prioritise and allocate resources to achieve agreed deliverables. They will also collaborate with a large number of internal and external stakeholder groups.

The Candidate

Educated to Degree level in a science related subject (or equivalent), with a Postgraduate qualification in a health related discipline and together with a PhD or equivalent extensive experience in public health or health protection, you will also have excellent organisational skills.

We are looking for applicants with an enthusiastic and flexible approach. You will be able to work to a high standard with a large degree of independence, using judgement and initiative to handle day-to-day issues, while balancing your time and workload to meet deadlines. You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills and an ability to communicate confidently and professionally with staff at all levels. You will have ability to lead a team and demonstrate adaptability.

Location and working pattern:

The post will be based in Gyle Square, Edinburgh or Central Quay, Glasgow.

Please note that PHS is currently in the process of relocating from Central Quay, Glasgow to Bothwell Street, Glasgow later in 2024.

PHS operate a hybrid working model with a mixture of working at home and days in the office each week.

There will be an expectation to travel to local areas for some meetings and events.

The post is full time, 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday and we operate flexi time.

During times of public health emergency, or other urgent business need, you may be required on a temporary basis to work your normal contracted working hours over 7 days including weekends, in order to meet the needs of the service.

It is a condition of this employment that you must live and remain a resident within the UK for the post in which you will be employed with PHS.

Benefits

Our benefits package includes pension scheme, comprehensive range of work life balance policies, occupational health services, learning resource centres and discounted leisure, financial and shopping benefits. Click here to view the full range of the PHS Employee Benefits.

Further Information

For an informal discussion on the post, please contact Johanna Reilly, Service Manager on [email protected] or 01410 300 1187

Further information on PHS is available from: www.publichealthscotland.scot

Closing date for completed applications is Monday 17th June

Please note that the majority of correspondence is sent by e-mail only, so please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders).

Public Health Scotland is an equal opportunities employer and as such guarantees to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies

Application Requirements

• Relevant formal education
• Work experience in the related industry is a plus
• Ability to adapt and learn quickly

Company address

Province	Central Province
City	Glasgow State
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