Junior Epidemiologist - Infection Control

 Req ID: 193895
Location: Provincial Zone, Bethune Building - QEII 
Department: QISR Infection Prev & Control-CNS
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1 
Management/Non Union Position
Posting Closing Date: 6-Jan-25

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.

Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.

About the Opportunity

Working closely with Epidemiologist reporting to the Director, the Junior Epidemiologist supports the development of high-quality surveillance systems for IPAC by providing statistical and epidemiological analysis of data to support research, decision making, planning and policy development and administration.  The Junior Epidemiologist assists in the investigation of outbreaks/clusters, uses epidemiologic tools to evaluate interventions and quality improvement initiatives, and contributes to translation of data into institutional best practice and policy and the conduct of applied epidemiological research. This work is used to inform all aspects of a comprehensive and provincially integrated Infection Control Program to achieve the best outcomes in health care program and service delivery.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Master’s degree in Epidemiology (e.g., MSc, MPH) required
• 3 years related experience, preferably in a healthcare setting required
• Eligible for registration with relevant health discipline/college or association, where applicable 
• Thorough understanding of healthcare-associated infections and epidemiological principles 
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated skills in research methodologies and statistical analysis
• Demonstrated problem solving skills 
• Experience managing their time to address competing priorities and tight timelines
• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills (verbal, written, presentation) 
• Knowledge of statistical and analytical software such as SPSS, R, SAS, Stata, Epi Info; proficiency in general word processing (Word) and the development and maintenance of spreadsheets (Excel); and familiarity with presentation software
• Experience with tools such as REDCap, GIS mapping and social network analysis is considered an asset
• Knowledge of hospital epidemiology
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Permanent, Full-Time position, 75 hrs bi-weekly

Compensation and Benefits

$37.61 - $47.01 Hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. 

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.