Head of Clinical Data Science Role with Sponsorship in Cambridge | Drive Innovation, Apply Now

Location
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Type
Permanent | Full-time

Salary (£)
£74,290 to £85,601 a year

About Cambridge University Hospitals
At Cambridge University Hospitals, they’re entering a bold new phase. As a world-renowned centre of research and patient care, they’re building something unique—a purpose-driven innovation hub where data, healthcare, and technology collide. Their new Clinical Data Science and Engineering Unit will harness rich clinical data to power research, create digital tools, and shape tomorrow’s treatments. It’s a space where enterprise-level systems meet human-first design, backed by investment and the freedom to build big ideas.

Job details

Benefits

• Supportive work environment that values autonomy and encourages new ideas
• Visa sponsorship available for Skilled Worker applicants
• Work at the forefront of healthcare innovation with industry leaders and researchers
• High-impact role shaping digital health strategy across a major NHS trust
• Flexible working options to fit around your life and goals

Requirements

• Master’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Information Systems, or similar
• Extensive experience in enterprise data architecture and cloud platforms
• Skilled in tools like Python, R, SQL, Power BI, Azure, Snowflake
• Solid track record in leading data integration and AI/ML projects
• Comfortable translating clinical needs into scalable digital solutions
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Confident working across teams, from clinicians to commercial partners
• Agile mindset with a knack for managing competing demands
• Proven ability to build, lead, and motivate multidisciplinary teams
• NHS or health-tech experience is a bonus

Salary Details

Offered under NHS Band 8D, this role pays £74,290 to £85,601 annually, depending on experience. Additional benefits include NHS pension and access to internal training schemes.

About the Role

Here’s your chance to lead the creation of something that doesn’t yet exist. The Head of Clinical Data Science and Data Engineering will build and shape a brand-new unit within the Trust. You’ll have the freedom and authority to design a technical vision and bring it to life, driving everything from predictive models to scalable data pipelines.

Roughly half your time will focus on leading and mentoring a talented team. The other half? Deep, hands-on technical work using cutting-edge tools. You’ll bridge the gap between data science and real clinical outcomes—building solutions that don’t just crunch numbers but genuinely change lives.

This role suits someone who thrives in ambiguity, enjoys building from the ground up, and knows how to align data strategy with human needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the creation and scaling of the Clinical Data Science and Engineering Unit
• Develop robust, future-proof data architectures to support innovation
• Partner with clinicians, researchers, and developers to identify data-driven opportunities
• Translate organisational needs into actionable analytics and AI projects
• Supervise a multidisciplinary team of analysts and engineers
• Ensure solutions align with governance, privacy, and security requirements
• Contribute to strategic planning and secure funding for digital growth
• Guide internal policy on deploying data tools and machine learning applications
• Present complex technical content to senior leaders to influence decisions
• Help embed a culture of safe experimentation and responsible AI

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure and Barring Service check to review any prior convictions.

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Cambridge University Hospitals is committed to fairness and inclusion. They welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and ensure equal access to all roles across the Trust.

Employer Details

• Company Name: Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
• Contact: Recruitment team via NHS Jobs

Reference Number
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How To Apply
Feel like this could be your next big move? Apply now and help lead the future of data in healthcare.