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Nova Scotia Health Authority

Junior Epidemiolgist

Halifax

FULL TIME

November 14, 2024

Req ID: 189757
Location: Provincial Zone, Home Work Site FT (5 days/week)
Department: CANC Cancer Care Registry & Analytics
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1
Management/Non Union Position
Posting Closing Date: 28-Nov-24
Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.
Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.

About the Opportunity

Working closely with fellows Epidemiologists and reporting to the Manager of the Cancer Registry & Analytics, the Junior Epidemiologist helps support the development of a high-quality cancer surveillance system for the Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program (NSH CCP). The Junior Epidemiologist conducts routine data queries and analysis, produces descriptive cancer statistics, and is responsible for the development of cancer control quality and system performance indicators. The Junior Epidemiologist also assists the creation of knowledge products such as annual reports and infographics to encourage knowledge exchange with patients, health care providers and the public. Through their responsibilities, the Junior Epidemiologist supports research related activities and operational cancer care decision making and planning for the NSH CCP.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

Master of Science in Epidemiology or equivalent (Thesis-based degree preferred)
One-year related experience in epidemiology preferred
Thorough understanding of population health and epidemiological principles
Demonstrated skills in research methodologies, statistical analysis, and record linkage
Knowledge of statistical and analytical software such as SAS, R, and Python
Knowledge of Arc Pro, Tableau and Canva software, a strong asset
Strong analytical skills
Excellent writing, content creation and communication skills
Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Power Point)
Knowledge of Health Care system and the Cancer Care Program in Nova Scotia
Demonstrated interpersonal and leadership skills
Knowledge of principles of ICD coding
Competency in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

Permanent Full-time Position; 75 hours bi-weekly

Compensation and Benefits

$37.61 - $47.01 Hourly
(current salary is subject to review)

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

Once You've Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

We regret to inform you that this job opportunity is no longer available as it has expired

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