Deputy Chief Scientific Adviser
Listed on 2026-11-01
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IT/Tech
Business Systems & Technology Analysis, Data Science Manager, Data Analyst
Closing Date: 23:55 on Sunday 15th November 2026
Justice Digital, Data & Science (JDDS) is at the heart of transforming how justice is delivered. We design, build and run digital services, platforms, technology and data capabilities that support colleagues, courts, prisons, probation, legal aid and wider justice services every day. Working in partnership across the Ministry of Justice and its agencies, JDDS act as a capable, 4 OFFICIAL knowledgeable and confident partners to the department, bringing coherence to technology, trusted data, intelligence to decision-making, and disciplined delivery to execution under system pressure.
The MoJ Science Office sits alongside the Data Directorate and serves as the department’s centre of expertise for science, research and development (R&D), futures, and emerging technology. The team ensures that decision-making across the justice system is informed by robust evidence, scientific thinking and forward-looking insight.
The Science Office works across policy, operational, and service transformation communities to address complex challenges through research, innovation and strategic partnerships. Its portfolio spans science advice, behavioural science, futures and emerging technology.
The Deputy Chief Scientific Adviser (dCSA) supports the Chief Scientific Adviser (CSA) in providing strategic scientific advice across the Ministry of Justice, ensuring that policy, operational delivery and investment decisions are underpinned by robust evidence.
The postholder leads the Science Office and is responsible for the delivery of the department’s research, development and innovation portfolio, ensuring that science and technology are effectively embedded across MoJ priorities.
We encourage applications from people from all backgrounds and aim to have a workforce that represents the wider society that we serve. We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice. We champion diversity, inclusion and wellbeing and aim to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and a sense of belonging.
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