Epidemiologist I

CancerCare Manitoba is a provincial agency which provides clinical and academic services and leadership for cancer control and the treatment of blood disorders. Our shared vision of a world free of cancer drives every member of our team. CancerCare Manitoba is the perfect place to thrive if you're seeking a fulfilling career in an organization that is committed to its employees' well-being and professional development.

Competition # 374-24-715566702

Posting End Date: October 23, 2024

City: Winnipeg

Work Location: MacCharles

Department: Epidemiology

Union: Non-Union

Hiring Status: Term

Reason for Term: Maternity/ Parental Leave

Anticipated Start and End Date: February 10, 2025 – February 10, 2026 (may expire with two week's notice)

FTE: 1.0

Anticipated Shift: Days

Daily Hours Worked: 7.50

Annual Base Hours: 1950

Salary: $35.337 /$36.920 /$38.501 /$40.083 /$41.665 /$43.246 /$44.831 /$46.832 /$48.412

Job Summary

The Epidemiologist 1 provides technical specialization in a narrow but complex area of epidemiology, health services research, biostatistics, data analysis, and public health or has a breadth of capabilities across several of these related areas. This position will ensure the completion of various cancer- related research, surveillance, and operational quality improvement initiatives. The role will develop and refine study design and data analysis plans, ensuring the completion of appropriate analyses, and present data informatively (via graphs and tables) with clear written interpretation. This position may be given ad hoc responsibilities as requested by their supervisor which can include short-term back- up for specific positions and others as deemed appropriate by their supervisor. The Epidemiologist 1 are often project leaders for small projects with moderate complexity.

Qualifications

Education

• Post graduate degree such as Masters of Science (MSc) or Masters in Public Health (MPH) in epidemiology, biostatistics, or other health statistics-oriented field or a Medical degree (MD) with post-graduate training in epidemiology or biostatistics from an accredited educational institution.
• Other degrees and working experience in epidemiology, biostatistics, or another field with an emphasis on the use of statistics in health is considered an asset.
  
  

Experience

• 2 years of experience managing research and surveillance projects, or quality improvement initiatives.
• 2 years of experience in consultation, negotiation, and collaborator/stakeholder engagement.
• 2 years of experience conducting statistical analysis.
• 2 years of experience working with large administrative and clinical databases.
• 2 years of experience using statistical analysis software (such as R, SAS, and/or STATA).
• 2 years of experience teaching and mentoring junior staff.
• 5 years of research work experience.
  
  

An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Skills And Abilities

• Experience with advanced statistical programming in programs such as; R, SAS, and/or STATA.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to work on several projects simultaneously.
• Ability to problem solve and think critically.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated attention to accuracy and detail.
• Ability to teach or mentor both technical and non-technical staff.
• Knowledge in the application of different types of study design.
• Capable of self-directed and team-based learning.
• Familiarity with clinical and administrative data and its application to cancer-related research, surveillance and/or quality improvement projects.
  
  

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Must be able to work safely in a typical computerized office environment with frequent meetings at multiple sites throughout the organization, and able to lift and carry items.
  
  

Other

• Must have satisfactory employment record.
• Must be legally able to work in Canada.
• Ability to speak French is considered an asset.
  
  

Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed and current resume, plus a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the above qualifications and the above competition number.

This position is subject to a Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search, an Adult Abuse Registry Check and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.

CancerCare Manitoba is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment processes and work environment. If you are contacted by CancerCare Manitoba regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if accommodation measures must be taken to enable you to apply and be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

We thank all that apply and advise that only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.