Epidemiologist-Epidemiological Support Scientist- Agricultural College

I am looking for an Epidemiologist (Epidemiological support scientist) for one of our government clients.

NOTE: AGRICULTURAL/FARMING KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE WITH AGRICULTURAL COLLEGE BACKGROUND. WE ARE NOT LOOKING FOR LABORATORY-BASED EXPERIENCE BUT DESK-BOUND SCIENTIFIC EXPERIENCE.

"Key competencies

Non-core

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APPLY SCIENTIFIC/TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE

Applying technical knowledge
-Demonstrates technical ability in handling quantitative data eg. cleaning, validation and results reporting.
-Should have an interest epidemiology and veterinary public health
-IT skills must include competency with MS Word and Excel.
-The ability to conduct descriptive analysis is essential and basic statistics is highly desirable

Additional desirable experience includes the design of project documents (protocols, questionnaires, data collection forms and schedules), field-based sampling work, knowledge of GB livestock industries and some familiarity with MS Access, Stata and ArcGIS.

NON-CORE

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COMMUNICATING WITH IMPACT (GSE COMPETENCY)
The post holder must be able to speak confidently in meetings with colleagues and managers; with clear and structured written and verbal communication. They must be able to explain science meaningfully to colleagues and be able to write clearly and accurately for example in project reports, scientific papers and presentations. The post holder will need to contribute effectively to meetings; offering ideas and seeking advice from colleagues. Confident communication with the farming community will be required

- Experience of scientific report writing and excellent attention to detail in reports and communications to diverse audiences is essential
- Experience of communicating with the farming industry (eg recruitment letters, results for farming press) and private veterinarians is desirable
- Experience of writing peer-reviewed scientific publications would be beneficial

CORE MAKIN
DELIVERING AT PACE
The post requires the delivery of prompt and efficient service to customers; contributing effectively to meeting expectations and alert to early signs of problems in order to negotiate any necessary changes and manage expectations.

The post holder will need

- Excellent organisational skills in order to manage the work requirements and be responsive to changing work requirements and priorities.
- The ability to proactively adapt and implement change - engaging with new approaches and identifying ways to simplify or speed up processes of their job.
- To take responsibility and accountability for quality outcomes
- Exhibit a positive attitude even when problems arise and will strive to learn from experience, sharing this knowledge with others.

Making effective decisions

The post holder will need the ability to recognise potential problems and take practical and timely decisions using sound judgement, evidence and knowledge to provide accurate, expert and professional advice.

QUALIFICATIONS

A science degree is essential

KEY TASKS AND DELIVERABLES

To contribute to profile of epidemiological research and surveillance projects in the fields of national and international veterinary public health within the Epidemiology workgroup at Weybridge. The post holder will deliver a range of tasks including: the design of project protocol documents, conducting appropriate descriptive analysis on large datasets, the production of progress & final reports for research projects, disease surveillance reports and publication of scientific findings