Senior Research Associate (Epidemiologist)

Ontario Health | Santé Ontario; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization in Ontario is seeking a Senior Research Associate (Epidemiologist) to enhance population health through data analysis and reporting. This role involves developing analytical plans, performing data analysis, and providing expert insights. The ideal candidate will have a graduate degree in Epidemiology or Biostatistics and relevant experience. Ontario Health offers competitive benefits, including a hybrid working model and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Fully paid medical, dental, and vision coverage

Health care spending or wellness spending account

Premium defined benefit pension plan

Three personal days and two float days annually

Three weeks’ vacation to start

Career development opportunities

Collaborative, values-based team culture

Wellness program

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in population health.
• Experience with large administrative or survey data sets.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and analysis of health indicators.
• Perform data analysis using SAS and verify data quality.
• Draft reports and present analyses to stakeholders.

Skills

Epidemiology

Biostatistics

Data Analysis

Report Writing

Presentation Skills

Education

Graduate degree (e.g., MSc, MPH)

Tools

SAS

R

MS Office

Job description

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At Ontario Health, we are committed to developing a strong organizational culture that connects and inspires all team members across the province. Our vision is that together, we will be a leader in health and wellness for all. Our mission is to connect the health system to drive improved and equitable health outcomes, experiences, and value. Our core values include integrity, inspiration, tenacity, humility, and care.

What Ontario Health offers:

• Fully paid medical, dental, and vision coverage from your first day
• A health care spending or wellness spending account
• A premium defined benefit pension plan
• Three personal days and two float days annually
• Three weeks’ vacation to start, increasing to four weeks after two years
• Career development opportunities
• A collaborative, values-based team culture
• A wellness program
• A hybrid working model
• Participation in Communities of Inclusion

The Population Health and Prevention Unit is seeking a Senior Research Associate (SRA) to lead development and analysis of population health and chronic disease prevention indicators, review complex data, and develop reports and dashboards. The SRA will produce high-quality epidemiological analyses to support quality improvement, performance measurement, and evidence-based decision-making, aiming to improve patient outcomes and health system equity.

Responsibilities include:

1. Develop analytical plans, review literature, and identify data sources.
2. Perform data analysis using SAS, verify data quality, interpret findings, and document methods.
3. Provide expert insights into population health data.
4. Draft reports with findings and recommendations.
5. Present analyses to stakeholders.
6. Enhance analytic tools and processes.
7. Identify operational risks and suggest solutions.
8. Coordinate advisory groups and facilitate meetings.

Qualifications:

• Graduate degree (e.g., MSc, MPH) in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, or related field.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in SAS, R, or similar software.
• Experience with large administrative or survey data sets.
• Knowledge of indicator development is preferred.
• Strong report writing and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office.

Additional Details:

Location: GTA, Ontario (hybrid; subject to change)

Employment Type: Permanent Full-time

Application Deadline: May 30, 2025

Ontario residents only. Ontario Health encourages applications from diverse communities and offers accommodations during the recruitment process.