Statistical Programmer

Cancer Care Manitoba is a provincial agency which provides clinical and academic services and leadership for cancer control and the treatment of blood disorders. Our shared vision of a world free of cancer drives every member of our team. Cancer Care Manitoba is the perfect place to thrive if you're seeking a fulfilling career in an organization that is committed to its employees' well-being and professional development.

Reporting to the Program Manager, the Statistical Programmer 1 will perform basic statistical analysis work for routine statistical programming, interpretation and communicating of results and conduct quality control checks to provide insight and inform improvements within Cancer Care Manitoba (CCMB) Screening Programs (Breast Check, Cervix Check, Colon Check and Lung Check). With daily oversight and supervision from the Evaluation Coordinator, this position will enhance data collection and reporting to include information that is relevant for building clinical analysis including but not limited to.

• Gathering, manipulating, cleaning and verifying the integrity of data used for analysis within the Programs.
• Integration of data collection, including time-series data and data sets.
• Debugging critical technical issues with data and providing prompt resolutions.
• Highlight technical issues and challenges and propose creative solutions.
• Building metrics, from conception to useful data sets and data pipelines.
• Working with large data sets to extract information to be applied to CCMB operations, business processes and/or organizational change projects or initiatives.
• Creating, developing, auditing and monitoring reports, metrics, indicators and processes.

• BSc in statistics, computer or health sciences or related field from an accredited educational institution.
• Other degrees and working experiences in epidemiology, statistics or related disciplines with an emphasis on the use of statistics may be considered.
• Minimum 1 year experience writing statistical programming that cleans, manipulates and analyzes a variety of administrative and clinical health data.
• Minimum 1 year experience using statistical analysis software (R, SAS, SPSS) for management and analysis of large datasets.
• Experience working with large population databases is preferred.
• Ability to link databases and merge data from various sources.
• An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

• Working knowledge of statistical software including R and SAS.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, and Outlook).
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Strong organizational, critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication (oral and written) skills.
• Demonstrated attention to accuracy and detail.

• Active member in good standing of an associated regulatory body, as appropriate.

• Must be able to work safely in a typical computerized office environment.

• Must have satisfactory employment record.
• Must be legally able to work in Canada.
• Ability to speak French is considered an asset.

Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed and current resume, plus a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the above qualifications and the above competition number.

This position is subject to a Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search, an Adult Abuse Registry Check and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.

Cancer Care Manitoba is committed to developing inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment processes and work environment. If you are contacted by Cancer Care Manitoba regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if accommodation measures must be taken to enable you to apply and be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

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