Environmental Public Health Scientist

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Responsibilities will include but not be limited to: Training Provide training on environmental public health training issues associated with area of expertise in support of EHE training development courses.Contribute and present formal lectures to professional level training courses Review any training materials and provide critical review to improve training outcomes. Participate and where necessary represent EHE at multi-agency training including emergency planning, chemical incidentexercisesand other technical workshops Communication and publication Dissemination of information and knowledge gathered from participation at workshops, meetings,seminarsand conferences to colleagues The writing and editing of research papers for submission to peer reviewed journals and contract reports. Collaboration with other national and international experts to obtain relevant technical information, discuss ideas, describe work developments and progress etc. Participation in scientific meetings and conferences, presenting papers describing research activities Essential Criteria: Honours degree in a science-related discipline (or equivalent qualification), and relevant postgraduate or integratedMastersdegree in a scientific subject, or equivalent professional experience within environmental public health protection. Experience in research and development within relevant scientific disciplines (e.g., environmental hazards, public health protection), with the ability to manage risks and report outcomes effectively Communicate effectively with diverse audiences, including UKHSA staff, government representatives, and external organisations.Present complex technical information clearly to non-specialists and influence decisions through cohesive arguments. Demonstrate strong technical competence in data analysis and interpretation of complex, sometimes incomplete evidence. Apply scientific principles to assess novel situations,identifyhazards, and make informed decisions under pressure. Highly organised, self-motivated, and adaptable, with excellent time management skills to handle changing priorities. Proficient in Microsoft Office, able to build strong relationships, and willing to work irregular hours whenrequired Strong presentation skills with proven experience in developing and delivering engaging presentations to diverse audiences, including internal teams and external stakeholders. An understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships. Desirable Criteria: In-depth understanding of relevant legislation and commitment to continuing professional development Proven ability to design, deliver, and evaluate effective training programs for diverse audiences, ensuring knowledge transfer and skill development. Proven ability to contribute to strategic business planning, ensuring effective process implementation and successful delivery of organisational objectives. Selection ProcessDetails This vacancy is using SuccessProfiles andwill assess your Behaviours, Strengths, Experience and Technical skills. Stage 1: Application & Sift Success Profiles - GOV.UK You willbe requiredto complete an application form. You will be assessed onthe listed7essentialcriteria,and this will be in the form ofan: Application form(Employer/ Activity history section on the application) 1500wordsupporting statement. This should outline how you consider your skills,experienceandknowledgeprovide evidence of your suitability for the role, with reference to the essential criteria. You will receive a joint score for your application form and statement. (The application form is the kind of information you would put into your C.V please beadvisedyou will not be able to upload your CV. Please complete the application form in as much detail as possible). Please do not email us your CV. HealthjobsUK has a word limit of 1500. Longlisting: In the event ofa large number ofapplicationswewilllonglistinto 3 piles of: Meets all essential criteria Meets some essential criteria Meets no essential criteria If used, the pile(s) Meets all essential criteria willproceedto shortlisting. Shortlisting: In the event ofa large number ofapplications wemay conductan initialsift, on the lead criteria of: (one or more essential criteria or a lead behaviour if usingbehaviourstatements). Honours degree in a science-related discipline (or equivalent qualification), and relevant postgraduate or integratedMastersdegree in a scientific subject, or equivalent professional experience within environmental public health protection. Desirable criteria maybeusedin the event ofa large number ofapplications/largeamountof successful candidates. If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to interview & assessment. Feedback will not be provided at this stage. Stage 2:Interview Success profiles Success Profiles - GOV.UK You will be invited to a face to face interview at Cardiff Metropolitan University, Western Ave, Cardiff, CF5 2YB In exceptional circumstances, we may be able to offer a remote interview. Behaviours, Strengths and Technical skillswill be tested at interview. There will be a Technical Presentation. Strengths will be assessed via strength-based questions You will be asked to prepare a 10-minute presentation on an environmental public health hazard of your choice. Explaining how you would assess and manage the risks and communicate scientific advice as a category one responder. The Behaviours tested during the interview stage will be: Making Effective Decisions (Lead behaviour) Communicating and Influencing Working Together Developing Self and Others Delivering at Pace Interview dates are yet to be confirmed. Location This role is being offered as hybrid working based at our offices in Cardiff. 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 our office. Our core HQ offices are modern and newly refurbished with excellent city centre transport links and 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 pass a basic disclosure and barring security check before they can be appointed. Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is Counter-Terrorist Check. Eligibility Criteria This vacancy is open to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service as well as internal applicants. Salary Information If you are successful at interview, and are moving from another government department, NHS, or Local Authority, the relevant starting salary principles for level transfers or promotions will apply. Otherwise, roles are offered at the pay scale minimum for the grade, but in exceptional circumstances there may be flexibility if you are able to demonstrate you are already in receipt of an existing, higher salary. Pay increases are through the relevant annual pay award for the role and terms. Senior Executive Officer (SEO) £41,983- £48,128 (National)