Advisor - Scientific Writer

Alberta Health Services; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 44,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services invites applications for a Scientific Writer within Cancer Research & Business Partnerships, Precision Analytics to translate complex epidemiologic and ML findings into clear, impactful communications for scientific, clinical, operational, and executive audiences.

You will develop manuscripts, conference abstracts, presentations, executive briefings, and other knowledge translation products, while coordinating multiple publications with investigators and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Epidemiology, Public Health, Health Services Research, Scientific Communications, Health Sciences, Statistics, Data Science, or related field.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Minimum three to five years of experience in scientific, medical, technical, or health research writing.
• Experience preparing manuscripts for peer‑reviewed publication.
• Experience conducting literature reviews, evidence syntheses, and environmental scans.
• Strong understanding of research methodology, epidemiology, biostatistics, health services research, and quantitative analysis.
• Exceptional written communication, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret, synthesize, and communicate complex scientific and technical information.
• Experience writing for diverse audiences, including scientific, clinical, operational, executive, and policy stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and reference management software.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Draft and edit scientific manuscripts, conference abstracts, and presentations.
• Prepare reports, briefing materials, and knowledge translation products.
• Support publication planning, manuscript submissions, and responses to peer-review feedback.
• Synthesize information from multiple sources and ensure accuracy for diverse audiences.
• Coordinate multiple manuscripts and dissemination activities with investigators and stakeholders.

Skills

Manuscript writing

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Editing

Project coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Microsoft Office

Education

Master's degree in Epidemiology/Public Health/Health Services Research/Scientific Communications/Health Sciences/Statistics/Data Science

Tools

Reference management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Your Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Scientific Writer to help advance cancer care in Alberta by translating complex scientific findings into clear, impactful communications that support quality improvement and innovation across the cancer care system. Situated within Cancer Research & Business Partnerships, Precision Analytics is a multidisciplinary team of epidemiologists, biostatisticians, machine learning developers, and implementation scientists dedicated to solving complex healthcare challenges with data. We partner closely with clinical and operational leaders to support evidence-informed decision-making and improvements in cancer care delivery. As a Scientific Writer, you will support investigator-led publication and knowledge translation activities arising from epidemiologic and machine learning initiatives. Working closely with investigators and subject matter experts, you will develop manuscripts, conference abstracts, presentations, executive briefings, and other communication products that share key findings with scientific, clinical, and operational audiences. This is a highly collaborative role requiring exceptional writing, editing, and project coordination skills. You will synthesize information from multiple sources, conduct literature reviews, and help ensure scientific communications are accurate, clear, and tailored to their intended audience. Success in this role requires strong critical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex concepts to diverse stakeholders. This is a temporary position that ends March 31, 2028, with the possibility of extension and a hybrid work arrangement.

Description

As a Scientific Writer with Cancer Care Alberta, you will be a key member of the Precision Analytics team, working under the guidance of the Program Lead to support investigator-led publication and knowledge translation activities arising from epidemiologic and machine learning initiatives aimed at improving cancer care delivery and patient outcomes. Working closely with principal investigators and subject matter experts, you will transform complex scientific findings into clear, concise, and impactful communications for scientific, clinical, operational, and executive audiences. Your responsibilities will include conducting literature reviews, evidence syntheses, and environmental scans; drafting and editing scientific manuscripts; supporting conference abstracts and presentations; and preparing reports, briefing materials, and other knowledge translation products. You will also support publication planning, manuscript submissions, and responses to peer-review feedback. Success in this role requires exceptional written communication skills, strong scientific literacy, and the ability to synthesize complex information for diverse audiences. The successful candidate will be highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities, and committed to maintaining high standards of scientific accuracy, editorial quality, and professional communication.

Job Details

• Transition Company: Cancer Care Alberta
• Classification: Advisor
• Union: Exempt
• Unit and Program: Precision Analytics
• Primary Location: Seventh Street Plaza
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Negotiable Location: Provincial
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 23-NOV-2026
• Date Available: 04-JAN-2027
• Temporary End Date: 31-MAR-2028
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary: $31.64
• Maximum Salary: $54.36
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Epidemiology, Public Health, Health Services Research, Scientific Communications, Health Sciences, Statistics, Data Science, or a related field.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Minimum three to five years of experience in scientific, medical, technical, or health research writing.
• Demonstrated experience preparing manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication.
• Experience conducting literature reviews, evidence syntheses, and environmental scans.
• Strong understanding of research methodology, epidemiology, biostatistics, health services research, and quantitative analysis.
• Exceptional written communication, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret, synthesize, and communicate complex scientific and technical information.
• Experience writing for diverse audiences, including scientific, clinical, operational, executive, and policy stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and reference management software.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.

Additional Required Qualifications

• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple manuscripts and dissemination activities simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in collaborative research environments where publication activities are conducted through multidisciplinary and investigator-led teams.
• Ability to work independently and as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team.
• High attention to detail and commitment to scientific accuracy, publication quality, and editorial excellence.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and consistently meet publication deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with researchers, clinicians, analysts, operational leaders, and external collaborators.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in cancer research, oncology, population health, health services research, precision medicine, or healthcare analytics.
• Familiarity with reporting standards and publication guidelines such as STROBE, CONSORT, PRISMA, RECORD, and TRIPOD.
• Experience supporting conference presentations, executive briefings, policy reports, or knowledge translation initiatives.