$35.04-$43.00
Job Description:
The Data Analyst is responsible for data extraction from the BORN Ontario Information System and preparation/presentation of those data in different formats (tables, graphs, reports, slides). The analyst: provides ongoing support to BORN data requestors; develops, creates, and maintains project and analysis related documentation; supports the improvement of analysis processes; and participates in ongoing professional development
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Collaborate with BORN team members, aggregate and record-level data requestors and researchers (as required) to clarify data elements needed for data requests and research.
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Write analysis queries and programs to perform data processing tasks, perform data extraction and conduct analyses.
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Test written programs and verify data analyses against other data reports from the BORN Information System.
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Interact with other project team members to ensure that data is complete, accurate, and in compliance with regulatory requirements.
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Assist or develop systems for organizing data to analyze, identify and report trends.
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Prepare data output formats as requested.
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Maintain records of analysis activities, and prepare periodic and ad hoc reports, as required.
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Match/link/aggregate data from multiple sources and experience working with administrative datasets (e.g. CIHI) or other perinatal data (Canadian Perinatal Surveillance System, provincial perinatal programs).
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Make decisions about appropriate statistical tests as required and run statistical analyses.
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Perform database edits.
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Execute data validation programs and resolve data discrepancies.
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Ensure compliance with BORN and institutional privacy guidelines. Develop, implement, and maintain security procedures for users and system administrators to ensure the protection of confidential hospital and patient data.
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Ensure accurate and detailed documentation concerning how and why analysis decisions are made throughout the course of a research project.
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Perform work in accordance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and all CHEO and CHEO Research Institute corporate/departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.
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Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
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Criminal Record Check (Essential)
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University Degree in epidemiology or statistics or equivalent (i.e., university degree with a concentration of courses in statistics) (Essential)
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Proficient with common data management software and statistical analysis packages such as SAS (mandatory), R or other statistical software and programming languages (Essential)
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Experience with relational databases (Essential)
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Minimum 3 years experience working in an analysis position (Essential)
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Experience with calculation of basic epidemiologic measures (i.e., rates, risks, rate/risk ratios, 95% confidence intervals) (Essential)
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Clinical health research experience (maternal-child preferred) (Preferred)
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Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office, especially Excel) (Essential)
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Excellent attention to detail (Essential)
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Knowledge of ethics and regulatory requirements of research involving human subjects (Essential)
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Ability to prioritize with good time management skills (Essential)
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Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken. Ability to read, write, speak and understand English required (Essential)
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Experience with GIS analysis or other geo-spatial software (Preferred)
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Bilingualism - French and English (Preferred)
- Timeline may be extended or shortened based on operational needs.
- Please note you will be represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). Please note that this position will be based out of Ottawa. Please note that location may be subject to change at any time at the discretion of the employer. All OPSEU members shall be granted an interview upon passing the pre-screening. Pre-screening might include testing.
Effective March 29, 2021, CHEO will conduct a more comprehensive pre-screening and evaluation process. This process may include more varied and multidimensional testing such as a written test, practical exam, or other assessment. All candidates who meet the essential and preferred qualifications may be tested.
Bilingualism (French/English) will be validated by a language proficiency assessment conducted by a third party provider. Candidates will be required to meet the minimum linguistic profile prior to the date of hire.
Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
Please note you will be represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU).
CHEO values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process and welcome interest from all qualified applicants.
Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
We thank all those who apply, however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.
