Epidemiologist, Immunization Programs Specialist

2 weeks ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada PHSA Full time
Job Title: Epidemiologist, Immunization Programs

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Epidemiologist to join our team at the BC Centre for Disease Control. As an Epidemiologist, you will play a critical role in analyzing disease burden, vaccine effectiveness, and risk assessment to inform immunization program recommendations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain surveillance initiatives, including performing functions such as getting an accurate reporting case definition, defining additional information required beyond that for routine reporting, and making sure the information gets to critical stakeholders.
  • Ensure timely and effective communication of reports by continuous improvement of surveillance systems, holding a constant focus on turn-around times from various sources, and alerting all stakeholders and those who need the information to respond appropriately to threats.
  • Critically analyze communicable disease and environmental hazard data utilizing comprehensive multi-layered understanding of epidemiology, public health, and direct and indirect healthcare and societal impacts by identifying and responding to deviations from expected reporting patterns and clusters of disease/hazards, preparing, or collaborating in the preparation of reports, identifying and providing supporting rationale for appropriate interventions.
  • Provide consultation services to regional health authorities, other provincial partners, national partners, special interest groups, healthcare professionals, and the public including responding to inquiries, identifying and making recommendations for addressing risk factors, developing education materials, and making presentations.
  • Evaluate existing programs and research relevant to the prevention and control of communicable diseases and environmental hazards by conducting literature reviews, designing and implementing studies, collecting and analyzing data, and writing reports.
  • Assist with budget preparation, briefing note development, and justification of program expenditures; represent Epidemiology Services and BCCDC on various internal and external working groups, including national and provincial committees; partner with other agencies to ensure multi-disciplinary input and collaboration in development of public health initiatives; and provide input to the development of policies and provincial guidelines.
  • Contribute eighty percent of activities toward program-specific goals and twenty percent on centre-wide initiatives. Collaborate and provide coverage across program areas. Participate in quality improvement activities (including imPROVE) and ensure compliance with accreditation standards.
  • Provide mentorship and work direction to surveillance analysts, field epidemiologists, and supervise students including community medicine residents and others; oversee specific projects and provide input into performance evaluations.

What We Offer:

As a valued member of our team, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits package, including a municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources. You will also have the opportunity to participate in professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San'yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.

About Us:

The BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) is dedicated to preventing and controlling communicable diseases and promoting environmental health for the province of BC. We are part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA), which plans, manages, and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective healthcare for people throughout the province.

How to Apply:

If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for public health, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, through our website.



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