Legal Advisor – Population Data Science

☞ Swansea University

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Update day: 13-05-2024

Location: Swansea Wales

Category: Legal / Contracts

Industry: Higher Education

Position: Mid-Senior level

Job type: Full-time

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The Population Data Science department is a cutting edge research centre specialising in secure linked data analysis of health and other administrative data sources. We are looking for a talented individual with a legal background to join to our team to help foster new and innovative research projects. We are looking for someone who has a passion for innovation and developing technology and who enjoys the challenge of problem solving in a positive team environment.This role is a new role and the post holder will help the department develop its legal capacity and equip us with the skills we need to grow our services. We are looking for an individual who can work with the Head of Legislation and Due Diligence undertaking research and ensuring legality of operations and managing the needs of external stakeholders. The post holder will play an important role delivering legal and associated compliance work that underpins the operation of the department including developing data sharing documents and delivering training on data protection.Main Duties of the Job (full details in Job Description):
  • To act as a deputy to the Head of Legislation and Due Diligence attending meetings where necessary at both departmental and university level on her behalf
  • To assist the Head of Legislation and Due Diligence to offer a research and legal advice service to the Population Data Science Department in response to queries by colleagues.
  • To help with drafting contracts and offering advice on legal matters within Population Data Science for research related matters
  • To manage targeted research and development of key departmental audit documents such as DPIA’s, GDPR compliance records and information asset registers
  • To horizon scan developments in information law and practice to allow the department to maintain its position as a leader in its field
  • To work with colleagues in the health service and ensure a seamless legal service for data contributors who wish to engage with Population Data Science
The PersonYou will need to have a law degree. A postgraduate qualification or a higher degree in law would be beneficial. A background in data protection law or legal compliance within the academic, public or health sector is also desirable. Experience of drafting or negotiating contracts/legal documents or data sharing agreements is also essential along with the ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders. Experience in delivering training in data protection or another area of law would be an advantage.The University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity in all of its practices and activities. We aim to establish an inclusive environment and welcome diverse applications from the following protected characteristics: age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic and national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation.Please note this job is also being advertised to a pool of colleagues internally as part of our University commitment to employee redeployment. Should this post be filled from this route then you will receive an email confirming this. If you do not receive an email, please assume that your application is still in process.How To ApplyApplicants are asked to provide a completed online application providing evidence against the essential criteria in the recruitment documentation. Applicants should also attach to the application a copy of their Curriculum Vitae;Further information relating to the work of Population Data Science can be found at;https://popdatasci.swan.ac.uk/https://saildatabank.com/https://serp.ac.uk/serp-uk/
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Deadline: 27-06-2024

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