Methodologist, Cancer Control Research - Vancouver, Canada - BC Cancer

BC Cancer

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Vancouver, Canada

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Description

BC Cancer
Vancouver, BC

The Methodologist, Cancer Control Research reports to the Principal Investigator of Cancer Control Research projects.

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, the Methodologist Cancer Control Research is responsible for the design, conduct, analysis, and interpretation of population-based epidemiologic, clinical, and health services research for cancer control.

What you'll do

Consistent with PHSA and BCCA policy and professional standards of practice, and under the direction of the Principal Investigator, carries out epidemiologic, clinical, methodologic, and health service research activities in collaboration with health care professionals and other relevant stakeholders within the BCCA and as external partners.

Develop new cancer control research projects with a population, clinical, or health services perspective, by researching current knowledge, designing research plans, addressing data issues, and identifying statistical approaches.

Document the design, results, and interpretation of epidemiologic, clinical, and health service research studies in scientific manuscripts and research reports for dissemination to researchers and internal and external partners.

Prepare abstracts, posters and oral presentations for submission to scientific conferences.
Contribute analytic data to knowledge transfer activities.
Develop research grant proposals and reports to funding agencies.

What you bring

Qualifications:

A level of education, training, and experience equivalent to a Masters' Degree in Epidemiology, Public or Population Health, Statistics, Biostatistics, or related discipline.

A minimum of one to two (1-2) years recent related experience in a population health or academic research environment.

You have:

Knowledge of study design, data collection and analysis.

Demonstrated ability to perform advanced data manipulation, analysis and information presentation through the use of database spreadsheet and statistical software.

Working knowledge of cancer control and health systems.
Excellent communication skills including the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to collaborate and work within a team while working independently.

Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills including the ability to comprehend complex issues and related data/information and present information in concise and meaningful ways.

Demonstrated organizational skills to generate work plans to meet project deadlines within timeline, scope and budget.
Ability to handle multiple concurrent tasks.

What's in it for you

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families.

Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future.

That's why we're focused on your care too - offering health, wellness, development programs to support you - at work and at home.

Join one of BC's largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations - offering vast opportunities for growth and development.

Access to more than 2,000 in-house training programs.
Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan.
Flexible work options including flex-time, work locations and job sharing (eligibility will vary)
12 annual statutory holidays with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.

Perks include onsite fitness classes and discounts to 350 BC-wide recreational programs, travel, technology, car and bike sharing, and more.

Job Type:
Temporary, Full-Time (Until June 1st, 2025)
accordingly for part time roles.

Location: 601 W Broadway Vancouver, BC V5Z 4C2
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Hours of Work:
Monday to Friday; ; ;

Requisition Number: 165596E

As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.

What we do

BC Cancer provides comprehensive cancer control for the people of British Columbia.

BC Cancer is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province.

Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include:
Respect people - Be compassionate - Dare to innovate - Cultivate partnerships - Serve with purpose.

Learn more about PHSA and our programs:

PHSA and BC Cancer are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming