Senior Data Quality Analyst

Canadian Blood Services; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A national health organization is seeking a Temporary Full-Time Senior Data Quality Analyst in Toronto. This role will involve ensuring the security and usability of data across operations through collaboration with stakeholders and technical teams. Candidates should have 5-7 years of experience in data quality, proficiency in SQL, and be comfortable working in a hybrid model.

Benefits

Percentage in lieu of benefits and vacation

Annual performance award up to 8%

Defined benefit pension plan

Employee discounts and wellness program

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in data quality roles.
• Proficiency in SQL with experience in data manipulation.
• Understanding of data governance and enterprise data management.

Responsibilities

• Query relational databases to validate and assess data quality.
• Implement data health checks and manage validation processes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to apply business rules to data.

Skills

SQL

Python

R

JavaScript

Data quality principles

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Advanced degree in computer science or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Purview

Microsoft Fabric

Azure Data Services

Job description

Please note this role will work in a hybrid environment. The successful candidate must be located near a Canadian Blood Services site and will be working a mixture of on-site and off-site work based on the parameters for our operations to meet the needs of our donors, our staff and our communities. Currently, employees are expected to have an in-person presence for at least 40% of their work time. This requirement may vary depending upon circumstances.

Overview

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Temporary Full-Time Senior Data Quality Analyst to join our Data and Analytics Centre of Excellence within the Digital Solutions Technology division. This role supports enterprise data governance by ensuring data is secure, private, accurate, available, and usable across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Query relational databases (SQL / MySQL) to discover, validate, and assess the quality of key data assets.
• Implement and manage data health checks and validation processes on assets catalogued in Microsoft Purview.
• Evaluate column-level attributes and metadata to identify quality gaps and inconsistencies.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders and technical teams to understand business rules and how they apply to data preprocessing and transformation.
• Support the development of data quality dashboards or reports as needed.
• Ensure alignment between data cataloguing efforts and practical data quality use cases to support BI and reporting needs.
• Contribute to the refinement of data lineage tracking and metadata enrichment.
• Collaborate with domain experts to integrate data quality assessments and reporting into decision-making.
• Develop strong working relationships with stakeholders and leadership to shape and socialize data quality initiatives.
• Enhance the reputation of the Centre of Excellence through active engagement and presentation of projects to internal and external audiences.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of an advanced degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., computer science, information technology, computer engineering) or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• 5-7 years of experience in data quality with a track record in data discovery, validation, and quality analysis.
• Proficiency in SQL and experience with Python, R, or JavaScript for data manipulation and preparation.
• Strong experience in SQL or MySQL for data discovery, validation, and analysis.
• Familiarity with enterprise data cataloguing tools, ideally Microsoft Purview.
• Ability to work with relational databases and manage structured data assets.
• Understanding of data quality principles (profiling, validation, cleansing, monitoring).
• Experience or familiarity with Microsoft Fabric, Azure Data Services, or related cloud platforms.
• Experience in data governance, BI, or enterprise data management settings.
• Ability to understand business processes, preprocessing logic, and data transformation rules related to data quality.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; ability to convey complex data insights to non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience translating stakeholder requirements into technical solutions.

What we offer you

• Percentage in lieu of benefits and vacation.
• Annual performance award up to 8%.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources.

What you can expect

• This role will work in a hybrid environment with requirements to be onsite at Canadian Blood Services location 40% of the time.
• You may be required to travel a couple of times per year for this role, and as required.

Application deadline: 2025-11-09

Application requirements:

• Your up-to-date resume.
• Job-specific cover letter.
• We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.

Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the .

Together, we can make all the difference in the lives of others. Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.

If you are looking for a rewarding experience with a values- and mission-driven team, join Canada’s Lifeline and make a meaningful difference.

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.

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