Job Description
We are supporting a public-sector organisation with the appointment of a detail-driven Scientific Officer to join a specialist team working at the intersection of data quality, regulatory systems, and science-led decision making. This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected organisation with a strong local reputation as an employer of choice, offering a supportive team culture, clear structure, and the chance to contribute to important, science-led work with real-world impact.
This role would suit someone who enjoys working with complex datasets, takes pride in accuracy, and is comfortable operating within structured systems and processes. While a scientific background is highly desirable, the day-to-day focus is very much on data review, validation, and integrity, rather than laboratory-based work.
Contract: Temporary assignment until 31st March 2026
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week
Key Responsibilities
- Reviewing, cleaning, and comparing data held within bespoke regulatory systems
- Accurately inputting and maintaining high-quality datasets
- Ensuring consistency, traceability, and data integrity across records
- Supporting the wider team with data-related activities as required
- Working methodically within defined processes and compliance frameworks
Skills & Experience
- Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
- Confidence working with data and structured information
- Well organised, with the ability to manage priorities effectively
- Comfortable working independently as well as part of a wider team
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word)
Ideal Background (but not essential)
- A degree or background in a scientific or life-sciences discipline
- Experience in a data-focused, regulatory, analytical, or compliance environment
- Familiarity with working in public-sector or highly regulated settings
Working Pattern
- Full-time office attendance initially during training
- Transitioning to a hybrid pattern (three days on site) once established