Public Health Principal (Epidemiology & Evidence)
- West Midlands
- £600 per day
- Permanent
- Full-time
Rate: £600 per day (Umbrella, Inside IR35)Our client is seeking an experienced Public Health Principal to lead the Epidemiology & Evidence function during a pivotal period. This role is central to shaping public health intelligence, supporting statutory duties, and preparing for future inspection and assurance activity.Responsibilities:
- Lead on statutory Joint Strategic Needs Assessments, technical reports for the DPH, needs assessments, and evidence reviews
- Design and oversee robust data governance systems, including assurance of health data, audits, and evaluations
- Present and interpret complex public health data in a clear and impactful way to senior officers, elected members, clinicians, and boards
- Manage and support analysts and trainees, ensuring the delivery of high-quality outputs
- Drive forward programmes of work across health and social care datasets, enabling effective decision making and change management
- Influence strategic direction and ensure readiness for external scrutiny and inspection
- Proven experience leading public health intelligence at senior level within local government or health settings
- A strong background in epidemiology, statistics, public health practice, and health economics
- Experience of managing large datasets, budgets, and multi-disciplinary teams
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex evidence into actionable insights
- Politically astute, with experience working in sensitive environments and delivering under pressure
- A Master’s in Public Health (or equivalent Level 7 qualification) and evidence of continuous professional development