Public Health Practitioner Epidemiology

Derbyshire County Council
Matlock · posted 30 September 2026
Applications
Closes 18 Oct
Salary
£45,899 – £49,507 a year
Job type
permanent
Location
Matlock, Derbyshire

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Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Public Health Knowledge and Intelligence Team at Derbyshire County Council. You will play a key role in improving population health and reducing health inequalities across Derbyshire. We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic professional with excellent communication skills and expertise in applying epidemiological and statistical methods. You will help shape public health priorities and decision-making by providing evidence on population health needs, trends and inequalities.

Main duties of the job

The post is focused on epidemiology, statistical methods and economic evaluation. You will lead and contribute to significant epidemiological, research and evaluation workstreams, provide technical guidance and support to colleagues, and work collaboratively with partners to improve outcomes for the people of Derbyshire.

About us

You will join a supportive and experienced team with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality public health evidence and insight that inform decision-making across the local system. Our work includes health needs assessments, health equity audits, health impact assessments, evaluation and research. You will analyse and interpret complex data, critically appraise evidence, and translate findings into clear, actionable insights that influence policy, strategy and service development.

Job responsibilities

For details about the role, please go directly to the Derbyshire County Council website

The job number isJOB/26/02956

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Degree or equivalent qualification with significant numerical or statistical content

Desirable

  • Postgraduate qualification in public health, epidemiology, statistics or related subject.

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