Job summary Component Development is an internationally recognised laboratory performing a wide range of research and development projects to improve the quality and safety of blood components for transfusion. The development and implementation of new blood components is one of NHSBTs strategic objectives. Currently these projects include developing universal components and a dried plasma component. You will play a vital part in supporting these large translational programmes as the lead statistician within Component Development as well as supporting the wider Component Development team to deliver a wide range of other development projects. The outcome of these projects is likely to be translated into routine practice across NHSBT. Main duties of the job In this role you will be the subject matter expert and provide expertise/training and advice on all relevant statistical work to the CD team. Your responsibilities include: Responsible for co-ordinating, planning and reporting results of statistical analyses of complex data on transfusion medicine to the CD team, SMTs, transformational projects and other interested parties within the clinical services directorate as well as outside the organisation as appropriate. Being a core member of the transformational projects teams as the primary statistical point of contact, helping to guide and develop project strategy and plans based on statistical findings associated with all areas of blood components. Evaluating and generating innovative ideas, supporting, and contributing to the development of strategy and improved service delivery. Maintaining a thorough working knowledge of statistical practices used in association with blood component collection, manufacture, distribution, and use. Managing statistical research projects as required in line with the business plan. Providing expert advice on statistical data and methodology. You will be required to travel and spend time away from base, which will involve working irregular hours and overnight stays when required, with prior notice. About us It takes all types of people to deliver the kind of service that saves and improves lives. At NHS Blood and Transplant, youll join a team of more than 6,000 people who are making a genuine difference to communities, families, friends, relatives and more across the UK. We play a unique and special role in the NHS by helping people do something extraordinary- donate blood, blood products, organs, tissues, or stem cells to save someone in need. Our three core values are what set us apart. They guide and inspire everything we do. By being caring, expertly meeting the needs of our patients and our people, and accepting nothing less than the best quality, we can do extraordinary work and help our people to do something extraordinary in their career, too. Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever. You will join us on our journey to create an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with, and we positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Date posted 17 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year Contract Fixed term Duration 2 years Working pattern Full-time Reference number 005769 Job locations NHSBT Long Road Cambridge CB2 0PT NHSBT 500 North Bristol Park Filton BS34 7QH Job description Job responsibilities Please view the attached recruitment profile which is a summary of the detailed Job Description and Person Specification for the full personal attributes we require for the role. You will need to demonstrate these throughout the recruitment process. Job description Job responsibilities Please view the attached recruitment profile which is a summary of the detailed Job Description and Person Specification for the full personal attributes we require for the role. You will need to demonstrate these throughout the recruitment process. Person Specification Qualifications Essential MSc in a statistical subject, or demonstrable experience in statistical equivalent to formal MSc qualification in statistics. Member of Professional Body, e.g. Royal Statistical Society (which must be maintained in the role). Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD). Experience Essential Substantial experience in the application of statistics. Experience of supporting a team, including advising, mentorship and supervising individuals in their analyses/projects. Developed scientific and technical knowledge and understanding of the blood component supply chain, and well informed regarding new developments. Experience of leading on a statistical project or a programme of statistical work. Use of univariate and multifactorial survival analysis and advanced modelling techniques. Use of software for statistical analysis, such as SAS, Stata or R. Managing workloads and resources to meet deadlines. Experience of working with information technology using Microsoft Office packages (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams and PowerPoint) Person Specification Qualifications Essential MSc in a statistical subject, or demonstrable experience in statistical equivalent to formal MSc qualification in statistics. Member of Professional Body, e.g. Royal Statistical Society (which must be maintained in the role). Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD). Experience Essential Substantial experience in the application of statistics. Experience of supporting a team, including advising, mentorship and supervising individuals in their analyses/projects. Developed scientific and technical knowledge and understanding of the blood component supply chain, and well informed regarding new developments. Experience of leading on a statistical project or a programme of statistical work. Use of univariate and multifactorial survival analysis and advanced modelling techniques. Use of software for statistical analysis, such as SAS, Stata or R. Managing workloads and resources to meet deadlines. Experience of working with information technology using Microsoft Office packages (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams and PowerPoint) Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name NHS Blood and Transplant Address NHSBT Long Road Cambridge CB2 0PT Employer's website https://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)