Epidemiologist
Location: Toronto-661 University
Department: Outbreak Response & Support
This posting is to fill a current vacancy.
The Epidemiologist provides specialized epidemiological and analytic subject matter expertise to the, the Communicable Disease Control (CDC) portfolio, Operations and Response (OR) in alignment with the strategic priorities of Public Health Ontario. This position will be supporting the Outbreak Response and Support (ORS) team on surveillance activities related to the CDC-OR department.
Key Responsibilities-
- Provides specialized epidemiological subject matter expertise related to communicable diseases (including COVID-19).
- Designs and coordinates surveillance data-extraction and analysis processes to provide timely information to PHO and its key stakeholders.
- Develops analytic code and performs complex manipulation of large datasets, using R
- Prepares data to enable and support decision-making processes for PHO and its stakeholders; responds to requests from stakeholders.
- Provides expertise to support the programs and services, epidemiologic research, population health assessment and surveillance activities of PHO geared at generating scientific and technical knowledge for evidence-based communication, decision making, planning and implementation of public health policies and programs.
- Identifies appropriate data sources and monitors current local, provincial, national and international trends in epidemiologic activity and reports in a timely manner.
- Liaises as necessary with stakeholders and resources in various health sector, research and regulatory institutions, and builds strong working relationships between these and PHO.
- Liaises with government, public health, research and academic institutions to contribute to, and keep appraised of best practices in surveillance methodology, information and reporting tools.
- Prepares scientific and technical publications to communicate trends, investigative findings and research initiatives to internal audience and the broader public health community as appropriate.
Presents findings, initiatives and relevant PHO activities at local, regional, national and international forums as appropriate.
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Knowledge and Skills-
- Knowledge of and skills in communicable disease surveillance, statistics, disease control and public health and working with infectious and non-infectious diseases data sources, running surveillance systems, procuring data, preparing reports and editing reports with scientific rigour.
- Skills in managing and manipulating large databases that include personal health information, conducting data linkage, writing analytic code and analyzing data using statistical software packages (R or SAS essential).
- Experience informing public health policy and practice, having contributed to the introduction and implementation of new initiatives.
- Knowledge and understanding of relevant regulations and regulatory trends in epidemiology, public health and surveillance.
- Knowledge of infectious disease epidemiology.
- Knowledge of PHO's mandate, relevant legislation such as HPPA and PHIPPA and the Ontario Public Health Standards.
- Ability to critically evaluate and synthesize relevant sources of information.
- Organizational and project management skills to prioritize effectively and meet competing deadlines
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and data management skills.
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Education and Experience-
- Masters' degree in epidemiology, public health or related field.
- At least 2 years of experience conducting epidemiological analysis in a public health or related setting.
Experience with communicable disease data sources (e.g. iPHIS) is preferred.
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Attributes and Competencies-
- Communications and interpersonal skills to work with diverse stakeholder groups, building public health, research, academic, institutional, government, and professional networks.
- Oral communication skills to discuss detailed data needs in response to enquiries regarding health data and related information systems from management and staff.
- Writing and editing skills to prepare and review PHO reports, manuscripts, briefing notes, letters, manuscripts, and position papers.
- Identifies challenges with existing data and ensures caveats are effectively communicated so as to frame in the proper context of evidence evaluation.
- Sound judgment and ability to handle matters of a confidential/sensitive nature.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Duration: Contract (Fixed Term), 18 month(s)
Hours of Work: Full time, 36.25 hours per week
Compensation Group:Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario
Compensation Range :$82,078.00 - $115,553.00
Posting Date: 07-2-2026
Closing Date: 07-17-2026
Please note: applications will be received no later than 11:59pm on the date preceding the closing date as indicated on the Job Requisition.
Note: Internal candidates will be considered first.
While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted. Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment recruitment purposes only, and not for any other purpose.
PHO is committed to ensuring equity in employment. Our goal is to create a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to ensure our services and communications are accessible to all individuals. Any candidate who requires a job posting in an alternative format may email a request to [email protected]. Once an applicant has been selected for an interview, they can inform PHO about any accommodations they may require at any stage of the interview process.
