Job Description

Details

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Reference number

427742

Salary

40,661 - 50,472
per annum, pro rata
A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
GBP

Job grade

Senior Executive Officer

Contract type

Permanent

Type of role

Science

Other

Working pattern

Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time

Number of jobs available

1

Contents

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Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information

Location

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Birmingham, Leeds, Liverpool, London- Canary Wharf (Core HQs)

About the job

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Job summary

We pride ourselves as being an employer of choice, where Everyone Matters promoting equality of opportunity to actively encourage applications from everyone, including groups currently underrepresented in our workforce.


UKHSA ethos is to be an inclusive organisation for all our staff and stakeholders. To create, nurture and sustain an inclusive culture, where differences drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our workforce and wider communities. We do this through celebrating and protecting differences by removing barriers and promoting equity and equality of opportunity for all.


As a Senior Evidence Reviewer within the Science Evidence Review team, your core role will be to produce evidence synthesis products such as rapid reviews and evidence gap maps, involving screening of studies, data extraction, critical appraisal, evidence synthesis and report drafting. You will work across a range of review topics, using software such as Endnote, EPPI-Reviewer and Microsoft Teams. Timeframes for completing reviews will vary from several days to several months.

Job description

As a Senior Evidence Reviewer your will be supporting the use of evidence to inform public health policy, advice and research within UKHSA. Your core role will be to produce evidence synthesis products such as rapid reviews and evidence gap maps through working as part of the Science Evidence Review team.


You will work on evidence synthesis products using systematic and rapid review methodologies, involving screening of studies, data extraction, critical appraisal, evidence synthesis and report drafting. You will work across a range of review topics, using software such as Endnote, EPPI-Reviewer and Microsoft Teams. Timeframes for completing reviews will vary from several days to several months.


You will also work on the development of processes and tools required to conduct rapid reviews, including methodological development (for instance, related to critical appraisal or certainty of evidence) and technological development (such as use of artificial intelligence to support the review process).


You will work matrix style with internal colleagues, both nationally and locally, and may work with external partners. You will also support others wishing to produce or commission evidence reviews and may support the delivery of training and capacity building.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Work with colleagues to develop answerable review questions and review protocols Use appropriate tools to undertake rapid reviews including development of the protocol, screening, data extraction, critical appraisal, evidence synthesis and write up Draft manuscripts and prepare reports for publication Ensure that full and accurate documentation is kept and be responsible for the accuracy and security of all data related to projects which the post holder manages or is involved in Quality assure the work of other team members and colleagues Contribute to the ongoing development of rapid review methods, procedures and standards, including training activities and working groups Make decisions in relation to the work of the evidence review team and actively contribute to collaborative decision-making in relation to methods and outputs Support the commissioning of systematic or rapid reviews, through development of review specifications and oversight of commissioned work Support the development and delivery of capacity building for evidence synthesis and utilisation within UKHSA Prepare papers for presentation at local, regional or national meetings, workshops and/or conferences

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Plan, prioritise and organise own work and resources to meet agreed objective and deadlines. Be committed to UKHSA values and policies, including the Equal Opportunities Policy. Any other duties as specified by the Evidence Review Lead

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

The above is only an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. You will carry out any other duties as may reasonably be required by the Directorate. The job description and person specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of the organisation.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Identify, discuss and action own professional performance and development needs with your line manager through appraisal and individual development plan. To participate in all mandatory training as required, i.e. fire safety, information governance and all other mandatory training. Undergo a programme of on-going development and education, including the annual appraisal process, to build on existing knowledge and develop skills to meet the behaviours and competencies required to undertake the role.

KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

The post holder will develop working relationships and communicate regularly with a wide range of individuals, clinical and non-clinical, internal and external to UKHSA. This will include:

Internal

UKHSA Knowledge & Library Services Research Support and Governance teams All Hazards Public Health Response Evidence Review team Evaluation and Epidemiological Science Division Behavioural Science and Insights Unit Radiation, Chemicals, Climate and Environmental Hazards Directorate Chief Data Officer Group Communications team Relevant committees and working groups

External

Staff in partner organisations such as other government departments, local authorities and universities as necessary

Person specification

Essential Criteria

First degree (or equivalent qualification) in a science subject Post-graduate degree or equivalent experience in public health, epidemiology or related field Knowledge of review methodologies, including systematic and rapid reviews Experience of conducting systematic or rapid reviews in public health or relevant field Experience in critical appraisal or risk of bias assessments Experience of writing reports and manuscripts Experience of presenting and interpreting public health evidence in a usable way Good oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills Comprehensive skills in the use spreadsheets and reference management software Ability to work effectively as part of a team and to maintain relationships with colleagues Ability to work to instruction and independently, to use initiative, and to make informed decisions in the absence of required information Demonstrated capabilities to manage own workload and to work to tight and often changing timescales Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Desirable Criteria:

Experience of working within a policy or practice environment Experience of conducting evidence gap maps

Benefits

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Alongside your salary of 40,661, UK Health Security Agency contributes 11,779 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.Learning and development tailored to your role An environment with flexible working options A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%

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Selection process details

This vacancy will be assessed using a competency-based framework which will assess your qualifications, knowledge and experience and/or skills and abilities outlined in the essential criteria.

Stage 1: Application & Sift

Competency-based


You will be required to complete an application form. You will be assessed on the listed 13 essential criteria, and this will be in the form of a:

Application form ('Employer/ Activity history' section on the application) 1000 word supporting statement.

This should outline how your skills, experience and knowledge provide evidence of your suitability for the role, with reference to the essential criteria.


The Application form and supporting statement will be marked together.


Longlisting: In the event of a large number of applications we will longlist into 3 piles of:

Meets all essential criteria Meets some essential criteria Meets no essential criteria

If longlisting is used the pile 'meets all essential criteria' will proceed to shortlisting.


Shortlisting: In the event of a large number of applications we will shortlist on the lead criteria of:

Experience of conducting systematic or rapid reviews in public health or relevant field Experience in critical appraisal or risk of bias assessment

Desirable criteria may be used in the event of a large number of applications/large amount of successful candidates.


If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to interview & assessment.


Please do not exceed 1000 words. We will not consider any words over and above this number.


Feedback will not be provided at this stage.

Stage 2: Interview

Competency based


You will be invited to a single remote interview.


Knowledge, experience, skills & abilities will be tested at interview.


There will be a Technical assessment with the following details:


Thirty minutes before the start of the interview, you will be sent a scientific paper to review and a Microsoft word document with 3 questions about the paper. You will be asked to send back your written answers prior to the start of the interview when your responses will be discussed and follow-up questions may be asked. No preparation is required for the test and no further detail about the test will be provided in advance.


Interviews dates to be confirmed.


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Selection Process

Please note you will not be able to upload your CV. You must complete the application form in as much detail as possible. Please do not email us your CV.

Eligibility Criteria

External- open to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service (including by definition internal applicants).

Location

This role is being offered as hybrid working based at any of our Core HQ's. We offer great flexible working opportunities at UKHSA and operate using a hybrid working model where business needs allow. This provides us with greater flexibility about how and where we work, to get the best from our workforce. As a hybrid worker, you will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of your contractual working hours (approximately 3 days a week pro rata, (averaged over a month) working at one of UKHSA's core HQ's (Birmingham, Leeds, Liverpool and London).


Our core HQ offices are modern and newly refurbished with excellent city centre transport link and benefit from benefit from co-location with other government departments such as the Department for Health and Social Care (DHSC).

Security Clearance Level Requirement

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is Basic Personnel Security Standard.

Future location

UKHSA is investing in a new state-of-the-art National Biosecurity Centre in Harlow, Essex, which will eventually bring together teams currently based at Canary Wharf, Colindale and Porton Down. For more details, please see: Huge biosecurity centre investment to boost pandemic protection - GOV.UK

The new facilities will start becoming operational in the mid-2030s, with full completion by 2038. Staff will move in phases as facilities become available. If you're appointed to a role currently based at Canary Wharf, Colindale or Porton Down, please note that we'll continue investing in these sites for the next decade. As we get closer to the transition, we'll provide full information about relocation support available to staff.

Reasonable Adjustments

The Civil Service is committed to making sure that our selection methods are fair to everyone. To help you during the recruitment process, we will consider any reasonable adjustments that could help you. An adjustment is a change to the recruitment process or an adjustment at work. This is separate to the Disability Confident Scheme. If you need an adjustment to be made at any point during the recruitment process you should contact the recruitment team in confidence as soon as possible to discuss your needs.

You can find out more information about reasonable adjustments across the Civil Service here: Reasonable Adjustments , Civil Service Careers

International Police check

If you have spent more than 6 months abroad over the last 3 years you may need an International Police Check. This would not necessarily have to be in a single block, and it could be time accrued over that period.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.

Link below:

Artificial intelligence and recruitment , Civil Service Careers

Internal Fraud check

If successful for this role as one aspect of pre-employment screening, applicant's personal details - name, national insurance number and date of birth - will be checked against the Cabinet Office Internal Fraud Hub and anyone included on the database will be refused employment unless they can show exceptional circumstances. Currently this is only for External candidates to the Civil Service.

Careers website

Please visit our careers site for more information UKHSA Hub , Civil Service Careers



Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.

Nationality requirements

This job is broadly open to the following groups:


UK nationals nationals of the Republic of Ireland nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020 Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service
Further information on nationality requirements

Working for the Civil Service

The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.



We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles .
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy .

Apply and further information

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Contact point for applicants

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Job contact :

Name : Lisa Tweedie Email : lisa.tweedie@ukhsa.gov.uk
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Recruitment team

Email : recruitment@ukhsa.gov.uk

Further information

The law requires that selection for appointment to the Civil Service is on merit on the basis of fair and open competition as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's Recruitment Principles. If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles, and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance, you should contact UKHSA Public Accountability Unit via email: Complaints@ukhsa.gov.uk If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: Visit the Civil Service Commission website: https://civilservicecommission.independent.gov.uk


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