Data Analyst, Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Description

This opportunity is currently available for internal applicants only as THERE IS A STRONG INTERNAL CANDIDATE FOR THIS POSITION.

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology in the Cumming School of Medicine is currently seeking a Full-time Regular Data Analyst.

Reporting to the Principal Investigator.

Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):

Research

• Liaise with Dr. Brennand and the research team to clarify project tasks and timelines
• Collaboratively contribute to the design of data analysis plans
• Perform advanced data cleaning, analysis, and visualization according to pre-specified plans
• Independently self-learn and troubleshoot statistical techniques
• Interpret and communicate results to the research team
• Prepare deliverables, such as methods text, tables, figures, and appendices, for project manuscripts and presentations
• Execute data handling in accordance with the proper protocols and with a high degree of integrity and reproducibility

Project Management

• Assume responsibility for the successful and timely completion of data analysis of assigned projects, from project inception to closure
• Develop operating procedures and make recommendations on workflow related to data handling

Administrative

• Maintain the electronic organization of project files, including datasets, annotated statistical code, and software outputs
• Ensure compliance with research study protocols and file management system

Qualifications / Requirements:

• MSc or PhD in Epidemiology, Health Services Research, Medical Biostatistics, or related field required
• Minimum 2 years of experience with advanced quantitative data analysis required
• Experience with analysis of longitudinal data (generalized estimating equations, survival analysis), analysis of administrative health data, and data visualization preferred
• Ability to perform detailed design, documentation, implementation, interpretation, and reporting of complex data analytics
• Committed to ongoing self-learning of new statistical techniques and staying abreast of methodologic advances
• Ability to provide analytical support to other team members and trainees through consultation
• Effective time management and organizational skills, persistence and creativity with problem-solving, and meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks under own initiative and exercise judgement with minimal supervision
• Possesses a positive attitude and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Advanced proficiency with Windows (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and at least one statistical software (Stata, SAS, R)

Application Deadline:  February 19, 2025

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.

This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Technical Job Family, Phase 2.

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