Research & Data Management – Senior Data Analyst

Research & Data Management – Senior Data Analyst
The Chiefs of Ontario (COO) are seeking a highly motivated individual to develop a First Nations research and surveillance system, address questions from First Nations leadership and communities in Ontario and inform other sectors within the Chiefs of Ontario on data issues and protection. The Senior Data Analyst will be a member of the Research and Data Management team and report directly to the Director of Research and Data Management.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Establish regional processes for ongoing monitoring of First Nations health and wellness in Ontario (including development and implementation of meaningful metrics related to health and wellness)

Develop processes to support community-level surveillance

Write and develop policies, processes and protocols related to research

Monitor and improve the quality of research within the Chiefs of Ontario

Ensure First Nations data managed by COO and/or its partners aligns with OCAP® principles

Serve as team member and/or co-investigator in studies that may be led by others, develop contacts within partner and government agencies and build COO’s reputation as a competent and reliable partner, represent COO in external networks and projects

Write successful proposals for funding, design effective studies, be an integral part of research teams as requested/needed

Analyze data, facilitate interpretation of data analyses, prepare reports and publications as needed

Ability to translate research and data into accessible language and formats

Member of the Ontario First Nations Data Governance Committee

QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree in epidemiology, public health, biological science or medicine, in analytical science or medicine, plus at least 5 years’ experience in data analysis, leading projects and performing research.

Desire to advance First Nations data sovereignty

Broad technical expertise in surveillance, epidemiology, and data management

Expertise in data analysis (quantitative and qualitative expertise preferred) and knowledge translation

Track record of publications and/or grant funding

Experience at both leading and managing research initiatives

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to self-direct and be an effective team member

Driven towards constant improvement and lifelong learning

Ability to translate research into useful policy and recommendations

BENEFITS

Hybrid Work Arrangement

Two (2) Weeks Paid Time Off for December Holiday Break

Two (2) Weeks of Paid Vacation per Year, Progressively Increasing After Years of Service

Ten (10) Days of Paid Sick Leave per Year

Five (5) Days of Personal Time per Year

100% Employer Paid Group Insurance, Including Extended Health Coverage, Dental, Short-/Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance

Duration: ASAP – March 31, 2027, on a full-time contract basis based on work performance and funding. COO offers an attractive benefit package and retirement savings plan, extended Christmas Holiday break, and competitive salaries.

Send letter of application, resume and include two professional references marked confidential to:

Successful candidate must be eligible to work in Canada.

Interviews will be held on Microsoft Teams. While we appreciate all applications, only those candidates short-listed for an interview will be contacted.

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