Data Scientist
NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board
Bristol, BS1 6AGView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
15 November 2026
26 days leftJob description
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the NHS as a Data Scientist based in Bristol. The ICB's Data Science team was one of the earliest teams set...
Applicants need not have experience in managing others, and experience within the NHS or wider health field is not required. Of most importance is a good grasp of applied modelling approaches underpinned by degree-level qualification(s) in a quantitative discipline.
Experience of coding in statistical languages, especially in 'R', is strongly desirable. The role-holder should have an open and inquisitive mind and be prepared to think innovatively and creatively.
Production and deployment of advanced statistical, analytical, and models-based solutions for defined workstreams that support system priorities.
Work under direction to support colleagues where specialist modelling and analytical input is required.
Advise on innovative opportunities and support strategic commissioning leads to maximise the use of quantitative techniques and approaches.
Communicate complex information and analysis, concisely conveying results and insights from sophisticated quantitative methods to a wide range of non-technical internal and external stakeholders.
Participate in external networks, including national and regional Population Health Management groups and learned societies such as the Operational Research Society, to share best practice and keep up to date with the latest approaches.
Contribute to growth and seasonality components in the setting of activity plans between the ICB and acute providers as part of the annual planning cycle, and in support of ad hoc modelling requirements in relation to acute or other provider contracts throughout the year.
Support the training and development in quantitative approaches and visualisation methods within the Data and Analytics team.
We are committed to creating an inclusive organisation that promotes and values diversity. We know from experience that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger, more creative workplace that helps us to deliver the best services. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of our community; from people of all ages, disabled people, all genders, people from ethnic minority groups, LGBTQ+ people, people with diverse gender identity and expression, people from all religions and beliefs and other diverse characteristics, and we have processes in place to ensure that all applications are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process.
Knowledge, Training and Experience
Essential
- Educated to degree level in a relevant subject or equivalent level of qualification or significant experience of working at a similar level in specialist area.
- Post-graduate degree in management studies or equivalent.
- Significant experience of successfully operating in a politically sensitive environment.
- Evidence of continued professional development.
- Demonstrated experience of coordinating projects in complex and challenging environments.
- Experience of managing risks and reporting.
- Experience of drafting briefing papers and correspondence at SMT level.
- Demonstrates good overall digital literacy, with the ability to confidently use computers and digital systems required for day-to-day work.
Desirable
- Understanding of the public sector.
- Demonstrated experience in a healthcare environment.
- Comprehensive knowledge of project principals, techniques and tools, such as Prince 2 Foundation and Microsoft Project.
Communication Skills
Essential
- Ability to prepare and produce concise yet insightful communications for dissemination to senior stakeholders and a broad range of stakeholders as required.
- Experience of creating and giving presentations to a varied group of internal and external stakeholders.
Analytical
Essential
- Ability to analyse very complex issues where material is conflicting and drawn from multiple sources.
- Demonstrated capability to act upon incomplete information, using experience to make inferences and decision making.
- Numerate and able to understand complex financial issues combined with deep analytical skills.
- Experience of setting up and implementing internal processes and procedures.
- Knowledge of Financial Systems e.g. monitoring budget management, processing invoices and procurement.
Planning Skills
Essential
- Demonstrated capability to plan over short, medium and long-term timeframes and adjust plans and resource requirements accordingly.
- Experience of setting up and implementing internal processes and procedures.
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
20 October 2026
Last checked
20 October 2026
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