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Bring your analytical expertise to this leadership opportunity
The Provincial Health Officer (PHO) is the senior public health official for British Columbia (BC), and is responsible for monitoring the health of the population of BC and providing independent advice to the ministers and public officials on public health issues. The responsibilities of the PHO are outlined in the Public Health Act.
The Population Health Surveillance and Epidemiology Branch within the OPHO is responsible for applying advanced statistical and epidemiological methods to monitor the trends in population health and health inequalities in the province. Under the direction of the Provincial Epidemiologist and Executive Director, the Director will supervise the data science team within the Branch in population health data management and analysis.
Job Requirements:
- Master’s degree or Doctorate degree in population and public health, biostatistics, health/medical informatics or other relevant fields;
- Minimum of five (5) years *related experience;
- Minimum of three (3) years experience in a supervisory/management position.
*Related experience must include:
- Experience in quantitative data analysis using large administrative health data sets, primarily in the Canadian healthcare system.
- Experience in data management, statistical analysis, and project management.
- Experience using analytical software (e.g. R, and/or Python, etc.).
- Experience in managing population health surveillance and research data analysis projects.
Preference will be given to applicants who:
- Self-identify as having Indigenous Heritage (First Nations, Métis or Inuit)
- Hold a Doctorate degree
For questions regarding this position, please contact xibiao.ye@gov.bc.ca.
About this Position:
Remote work is allowed, this position can work up to full time from their home in British Columbia subject to an approved telework agreement. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
This position is excluded from union membership.
Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.
The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.
How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.
Cover Letter: YES – A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.
Resume: YES – Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.
Questionnaire: YES – You will need to complete a standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).
Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.
Additional Information:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.
Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.
