Clinical Epidemiologist
2 days ago
Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
NL Health Services
Full time
Job Title: Clinical EpidemiologistWe are seeking a highly skilled Clinical Epidemiologist to join our team at NL Health Services. As a key member of our Public Health Team, you will be responsible for conducting surveillance, investigation, and evaluation of diseases, health determinants, injuries, and conditions.
Key Responsibilities:- Plan and carry out surveillance, investigation, and evaluation of diseases, health determinants, injuries, and conditions.
- Apply administrative and population-based data to improve the health status of the population and respond to public health emergencies and disease outbreaks.
- Use quantitative and qualitative techniques to collect, analyze, and report data, and track population and public health trends and developments.
- Provide expert technical advice and support to the PH Leadership team to assist with planning and implementation of programs and policies.
- Support and provide input on initiatives within the PH Department, and contribute to provincial, national, and international initiatives.
- Master's degree in Clinical Epidemiology or Epidemiology in a Public Health related discipline.
- Minimum of three years of experience in health care/public health research within the last five years.
- Experience with data sets and analyzing data.
- Experience with research software and Microsoft software.
- Experience with public health surveillance data collection, analysis, and reporting.
- Significant clinical knowledge of healthcare systems.
- Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in process improvement and change management methodologies.
- Proven management and leadership abilities, and excellent communication, interpersonal, and teambuilding skills.
- A dynamic and supportive work environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- A competitive salary and benefits package.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you are a motivated and experienced Clinical Epidemiologist looking for a new challenge, please submit your application.