Epidemiologist

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Author ahnationtalk
Date December 15, 2016
Type Full Time
Company City of Toronto
Salary $43.80 - $48.00 - Per Hour
Location Toronto, ON
Category Medical / Health
Client City of Toronto
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Epidemiologist

Job Classification Title EPIDEMIOLOGIST
Job ID # 2253268 X
Division Public Health
Section Performance & Standards – Surveillance & Epidemiology
Work Location 277 VICTORIA ST.
Job Stream Health
Job Type Permanent, Full-Time
Salary/Rate $43.80 – $48.00 / Hour
Hours of Work (bi-weekly) 70.00
Shift Information N/A
Affiliation L79 Full-time
Number of Positions Open 1
Posting Date 15-Dec-2016
Closing Date 30-Dec-2016

Job Description

Major Responsibilities:

Reports to the Manager of the Surveillance and Epidemiology Unit and provides epidemiological expertise including knowledge related to the collection, analysis, interpretation and reporting of data, for assessing population health status. Acts as a consultant on epidemiological, statistical and evaluative methods.

  • Initiates, plans, designs, organizes, implements and evaluates epidemiological research on factors that affect the health of the population in Toronto and the need for and delivery of public health services and policies.
  • Develops, analyzes, monitors and reports population health indicators. Performs epidemiological analyses, interprets results, and summarizes relevant findings. Identifies emerging issues and trends related to the health status and related determinants of various population groups. Proposes action as appropriate.
  • Develops and applies quality assurance methods and production standards for epidemiological analysis and reporting.
  • Identifies data gaps and proposes solutions.
  • Writes reports and uses appropriate data visualization techniques to present results in a meaningful and appropriate format for the audience.
  • Promotes and facilitates the use of epidemiological evidence by assisting with knowledge integration for program and service planning, monitoring and evaluation.
  • Prepares and delivers presentations on population health information and related epidemiological issues for staff, the public, and external agencies as required.
  • Provides consultation, training and support to Toronto Public Health and other City staff on research, population health status and epidemiological, statistical, survey and evaluative methods as directed.
  • Responds to requests for population health status information from staff, the public, external agencies and community organizations, and the media as directed.
  • Identifies opportunities and funding sources that support population health surveillance and assessment and prepares grant applications to support research.
  • Chairs or participates as a member of internal work groups and committees and represents the Medical Officer of Health on external work groups and committees.
  • Liaises with provincial ministries, health units, research and information organizations, other city divisions, external agencies and partners to provide access to current epidemiological and population health status knowledge and for collaborative initiatives.
  • Prepares reports for the Board of Health, City Council and its Committees, and external organizations for the signature of the Medical Officer of Health or other management staff as directed.

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

  1. Masters Degree in Epidemiology or related discipline or the approved equivalent combination of education and related extensive experience.
  2. Experience working with standard Ontario population health data (e.g. IntelliHealth, BORN Ontario, EDI, OHIP, and Census) and indicators used for surveillance and population health assessment, preferably in a public health agency or related setting.
  3. Experience working on cyrrent population health issues, the social determinants of health and health inequalities.
  4. Extensive experience using statistical software such as, SAS, SPSS, Epi-Info and familiarity using Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and other software packages and programming languages currently used to collect, analyze and report epidemiological data in Ontario.

You must also have:

  • Knowledge and skills in epidemiological and statistical methods, data analysis and interpretation, applied research, conducting literature reviews and current related best practices.
  • Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to meet competing priorities.
  • Ability to take initiative, communicate effectively, to prepare written reports, and make oral presentations.
  • Ability to work effectively with staff and to utilize positive problem solving solutions, including negotiation and motivation.
  • Sound knowledge of current public health issues, the theory and application of epidemiological concepts, trend analysis and forecasting and quality assurance principles.
  • Ability to work in a high pressure environment and respond to competing priorities.
  • Ability to work flexible hours (i.e. occasional evenings and weekends) when necessary.

Please note that all applicants are encouraged to provide a valid email address for communication purposes. Applicants may receive written correspondence regarding this job posting directly to the email address provided on their resume or to the one used to set-up their Candidate Profile if applying on TalentFlow. As an applicant, it is your responsibility to ensure that you check your email regularly.

The City of Toronto is committed to fostering a positive and progressive workforce that is representative of the citizens we serve. We will provide equitable treatment and accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the City of Toronto’s Accommodation Policy, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of the City’s hiring process.

To avoid any delays in the recruitment process, if you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, you must provide your accommodation needs in advance. You may also be required to submit adequate medical/other documentation to Human Resources to support your request for accommodation.

If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please email us at application.accommodation1@toronto.ca.

 

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