Research Associate

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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. How we work together is reflected through our five values: integrity, inspiration, tenacity, humility and care.

• 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 (for individual contributors), 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

Want to make a difference in your career? Consider this opportunity.

The Research Associate (Analyst) is primarily responsible for conducting research and analysis activities based on project, program, and operational plans in the cancer surveillance team. As part of this role, the Research Associatewill work both independently and with other staff to advance our understanding of the population's health and burden of cancer. By working within a multi-disciplinary team and cross-functional organization, the Research Associate will have the opportunity to gain skills and experience in a variety of initiatives.

Here is what you will be doing:

• Provide study, project, program, and operational support as required, with an emphasis on data analysis and visualization (e.g., tables, graphs, and maps)

• Develops the tools, templates and processes required to execute the research and analysis activities, including for grant-funded studies

• Identifies key sources of information and data

• Defines the research scope, expected deliverables, and workplan in coordination with the Manager

• Undertakes detailed research activities, including: researching various information sources; and organizing and facilitating working sessions with key stakeholders to gather the required information and data

• Reviews the quality of the information and data collected and analyzes this information

• Drafts reports that summarize research conducted and provide recommendations on actions required, highlighting critical areas for consideration

• Contributes to the analysis, interpretation and writing of research articles for publication

• If required, assists the Manager in presenting the research and analysis to stakeholders

• Works with different stakeholders to test or monitor the recommendations and solutions stemming from the analysis

• Identifies and escalates risks to the Manager and proposes recommendations to address the issues

• Coordinates advisory groups or committees as needed, and facilitates meetings as required

Here is what you will need to be successful:

Education and Experience:

• A graduate degree (e.g., MSc, MPH) in Epidemiology, Biostatistics or a related public health field (e.g. Health Promotion)

• Strong research and analytical capabilities

• Strong written communication skills with the ability to synthesize complex information

• Experience in quantitative data analysis (using SASor R software)

• Experience using large, health administrative data sets or health survey data

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to coordinate all aspects of a research project

• Ability to work effectively in a team, but with minimal supervision

• Proficiency in SAS or R software for statistical analysis

• Demonstrated computer and data management skills with proficiency in MS Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)

• Knowledge of public health surveillance or cancer epidemiology

Employment Type: Full-time Temporary (6 month contract)

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