Portfolio Analyst

Company Description

The National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) is funded by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC). We work in partnership with the NHS, universities, local government, other research funders, patients and the public.

The NIHR funds, enables and delivers world-leading health and social care research that improves people's health and wellbeing and promotes economic growth. We are also a major funder of applied health research in low and middle income countries. 

Job Description

We are seeking a proactive and inquisitive individual to join as a Portfolio Analyst. Reporting to the Senior Infrastructure Analyst, the role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, learning and applying new skills to develop analytical reports, processes, and products to a variety of stakeholders. The role offers an exciting opportunity to play a key part in data-driven decision-making, collaborating across multiple business areas to deliver meaningful insights that drive impact.

Qualifications

Required Criteria 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification.
• Proficiency in using scripting languages such as Python or Matlab to complete analysis and provide solutions.
• Minimum of one year of experience in roles that utilise analytical and problem-solving skills such as a data analyst, engineer or researcher. 
• Experience completing or reviewing traceable analyses of varied datasets and presenting findings clearly to audiences with varying levels of data expertise.
• Demonstrable experience of mapping processes, identifying and implementing improvements.
• Drafting standard operating procedures (SOPs), guidelines and work instructions in line with guidelines on document control.
• Experience presenting analysis as written reports, slides, and as presentations.

Desired Criteria 

• Previous experience or a strong interest in clinical research.
• Proficiency in Alteryx, including building complex workflows, utilising macros, and integrating APIs.
• Familiar with working with unstructured data using natural language processing (NLP) techniques such as text classification, clustering, and named entity recognition (NER), as well as integrating Large Language Models (LLMs) programmatically via APIs (Google Gemini).
• Knowledge of relational databases.
• Fluency in accessing data through third party application programming interfaces (such as APIs).
• Knowledge of Business Intelligence/Data Visualisation software (Qlik preferable).
• Knowledge of Google Cloud and Google AI Studio.
• Ability to develop requirements, and subsequently design and validate a solution that meets the requirements.
• Knowledge of health categorisation of research data, such as UKCRC HRCS coding and providing traceable analysis.

Behaviours and Competencies

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Adaptable, pragmatic, and collaborative approach to work.
• The willingness to learn new skills, software, and data programmes, with an aptitude in applying these skills to offer novel solutions to problems.
• Excellent written communication skills, with a proven ability to produce accurate, clear and engaging reports tailored to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work on multiple projects and initiatives in parallel, working with senior team members to prioritise workload, definition of deliverables and management of timelines.
• Ability to adapt communication to meet the needs of the audience. 
• Commitment to continuous improvement of working practices and processes to deliver operational excellence.
• Task driven with meticulous record keeping.
• Interest in life sciences, science advancement, and the development of new health and care innovations for the benefit of patients and the public.
• Development of productive and collaborative working relationships with colleagues from across the NIHR, DHSC and wider research system demonstrating capacity to influence a wide range of stakeholders.
• Demonstrate and operate in line with LGC’s core value behaviours: Passion, Curiosity, Integrity, Brilliance, and Respect. 

Additional Information

Salary & Benefits
£40,300 per year 
Bonus - subject to company performance
25 days annual leave, plus public holidays (UK)
Enhanced contributory pension scheme
Life Insurance
Benenden Healthcare
Season Ticket Loan

NB: This is a permanent, full time position, working 37.5 hours per week. 
This is an office based, hybrid role, with an expectation for all employees to attend our offices a minimum of 4 days a month, usually worked as 1 day per week, and may increase, subject to team requirements. 

Application
If you are excited about the prospect of joining our team and believe you possess the relevant skills and background, we invite you to apply. Please submit your CV along with a 'Statement of Suitability' that showcases your key skills and experiences in relation to the 'Required Criteria' outlined in the job description. Additionally, share your enthusiasm for working with NIHR. 

Closing date for applications is 5pm on the 14th July, with interviews to be held remotely from the 21st July. 

Our Commitment to Equality and Diversity
LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.