Epidemiologist - Public Health - Jobs in Dartmouth, NS

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Req ID: 143504Company: Nova Scotia HealthLocation: Provincial Zone, Public Health Services - BurnsideDepartment: PH SSP Planning & EvaluationType of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100% FTE) x 1 position(s)Status: MGMT/NON-Union Management/Non Union PositionPosting Closing Date: 14-Nov-22Nova 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 theres 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 an Nova Scotia Health role means youll 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.ResponsibilitiesReporting to the Manager, Public Health Foundations, the Epidemiologist leads the development of high quality surveillance systems for communicable and non-communicable diseases for the Public Health system of Nova Scotia. The Epidemiologist provides expert advice and leadership in epidemiology and surveillance and provides statistical and epidemiological analysis of public health and population health data to support health research, decision making, planning and policy development and administration. The Epidemiologist assists in the identification and evaluation of issues that threaten the health of Nova Scotians, and advances the epidemiological and surveillance decision support, information management and knowledge translation functions for the Public Health system.Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Epidemiology (e.g. MSc, MPH) and 5-7 years related experience in a Public Health setting
• Eligible for registration with relevant health discipline/college or association, where applicable
• Thorough understanding of population health and epidemiological principles
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal, written and presentation)
• Strong analytical skills
• Demonstrated skills in advanced research methodologies and statistical analysis
• Demonstrated experience providing epidemiological advice to senior decision makers
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams
• Demonstrated problem solving skills
• Project management skills to manage multiple/conflicting deadlines and priorities
• Advanced knowledge of statistical and analytical software such as SAS, Stata, SPSS, Epi Info; proficiency in general word processing (Word) and the development and maintenance of spreadsheets (Excel); and familiarity with presentation software
• Experience with tools such as GIS mapping and social network analysis is considered an asset
• Knowledge of the Public Health system in Nova Scotia
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
• Successful Applicants are required to provide a criminal record check (including Vulnerable Sector Search) to People Services before starting employment and assume any associated costs as a condition of employment

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants will be screened on the above qualifications. Applicants must clearly demonstrate how they meet the knowledge and competencies in their cover letter and resume. Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application. Applicants will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or missing information.Hours of WorkPermanent, Full-time position; 75 hours bi-weekly.Location is flexible across the province.Salary Information$40.27 - $50.34 hourlyOnce Youve AppliedThank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.This is a Management/Non Union bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.As per the COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Protocol in High-Risk Settings, Nova Scotia Health requires all team members to be fully vaccinated by November 30th, 2021.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.Follow Us!https://www.facebook.com/NovaScotiaHealthAuthority/https://www.instagram.com/novascotiahealthauthorityhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/nsha/https://twitter.com/healthnsQuick Apply

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