Job Description

FULL-TIME EPIDEMIOLOGIST This is a fully in-person role based out of our Sault Ste. Marie office.
$79,716 - $96,733

Position Summary The Epidemiologist conducts population health assessment and surveillance for Algoma Public Health (APH) through the development, use, and reporting of health and health equity indicators, and the systematic collection, collation, analysis, and dissemination of data to internal and external stakeholders for public health action. As part of the Foundations and Strategic Support Team, the Epidemiologist builds organizational capacity in public health sciences, including the use of data and evidence to inform and evaluate public health interventions toward the goal of improving population health and health equity.

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills for this position include (but not limited to):

• Master's degree in epidemiology or related discipline and/or combined relevant experience.
• Experience working in a public health setting an asset.
• Ability to conceptualize and manage major epidemiological projects with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of major population health data sources in the Canadian and Ontario context.
• Advanced ability to manage data and information in compliance with principles, best practices and legislation pertaining to privacy and research ethics.
• Experience in health data analysis including advanced methods in biostatistics and epidemiology.
• Ability to use and learn statistical software and related platforms such as R and MS Excel- intermediate.
• Knowledge of geospatial analysis and experience with GIS applications an asset.
• Knowledge of and experience in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies.
• Ability to prepare and deliver high quality knowledge products, including written reports and presentations for diverse audiences and purposes.
• Demonstrated skills related to knowledge translation, consultation, facilitation, and capacity building among diverse audiences.
• The ability to communicate (verbally & in writing) in French and/or any other language(s) will be considered an asset.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Must be reliable and have a good attendance record.
• Ability to work outside regular business hours, including weekends and evenings, as required.
• Requires a valid “G” Ontario Driver’s License and use of a reliable vehicle.
• As a condition of hire, you are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID‐19 vaccine series, per our COVID‐19 Immunization policy. Should you be the successful candidate, you will be required to comply with our COVID‐19 Immunization policy that is in effect.
• A current Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) with satisfactory clearance is a condition of employment, at own expense.

Please visit for more information. All qualified applicants are invited to forward their résumé and cover letter to recruitment@algomapublichealth.com. We would like to thank all candidates for responding; however, only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. Application Deadline: Posting will remain active until position is filled.

Algoma Public Health believes in and is committed to promoting diversity in our workforce and ensuring accessible employment practices, in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. We will work with you to meet your needs.

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