Analyst – J0926-0467

Job Description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develop and execute a data set creation plan and analysis plan for the project team’s assigned projects.
• Develop SAS programs to extract and merge data from existing ICES databases according to data set creation plans to create study cohorts following analytic standards and guidelines.
• Carry out statistical analysis on developed study cohorts according to specifications of project analysis plans.
• Prepare and review (with Lead as required) analytic output (e.g., tables and reports) along with liaising with PI /Research Coordinator, ensuring check points are being done as part of process.
• Work effectively and efficiently according to ICES policies, procedures, standards, workflow processes, documents and requirements (e.g., complete program and project; documentation according to ICES standards and guidelines).
• Assist with preparing study cohorts for students or faculty.
• Contribute to the writing of reports (technical reports/working papers/ICES publications/web-based summaries), abstracts, poster presentations, peer-reviewed publications and other relevant deliverables, in collaboration with the PI.
• Interface with internal and external stakeholders in support of the project such as expert panels, committees and team meetings.
• Facilitate the uptake of knowledge by local decision-makers across Ontario through the presentation of findings, education sessions, and one-on-one interactions as required.
• Contribute to or support the development of a body of knowledge in support of ICES such as updating dataset, and documentation.
• Contribute to other committees or activities within ICES Queen’s or ICES in support of ICES business plan as required.
• Upholds Queen’s and ICES’ reputation by following through on promises and brand expectations.
• Undertake other duties as required in support of the unit.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Master’s degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Public Health Sciences or other related discipline, with a solid background in quantitative skills/statistics.
• Experience with SAS (including SQL and macro writing) programming skills are required.
• Consideration will be given to an equivalent combination of education and experience.

SPECIAL SKILLS:
• Proficient in the use of MS Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, Internet Explorer), as well as the ability to work with computerized databases.
• An understanding of concepts of health services research, how to use administrative data in this research, and have an appreciation for good quality data.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a research team.
• Interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written) in order to interact with both staff and clients at all levels.
• Good organization skills including ability to organize multiple projects and tasks simultaneously; with a high attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Effective time management skills in order to handle a broad range of responsibilities and frequent interruptions.

Please apply on our website - click here!