Environmental Epidemiologist - Research Affiliate Program

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The Population Studies Division of the Environmental Health Science and Research Bureau, Health Canada applies epidemiological and biostatistical methods to generate knowledge of the potential adverse health effects of environmental chemical exposures. The Division conducts research that contributes to evidence-based decisions on key areas such as exposure assessment, vulnerable populations and health impacts. In addition to conducting research, scientists and professionals support the development of policies, standards, and guidelines for health protection, and contribute to the analysis of current and emerging risks to health.
This position will focus on researching the effects of prenatal exposure to environmental chemicals on the health of pregnant women and their infants.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Education

The Student must be currently enrolled in a Masters or Doctoral program at a recognized Canadian post-secondary institution in epidemiology. Students not currently enrolled in an epidemiology program but with sufficient* graduate-level epidemiology training may be considered.

Be recognized as having full-time student status by the post-secondary academic institution at which you are currently enrolled.

* Sufficient means at least 4 graduate level courses in epidemiology/biostatistics.

Degree equivalency

Experience

Experience conducting statistical analysis of research data using SAS or R (e.g., multivariate logistic and linear regression modelling).
Experience in analysing, reviewing and interpreting scientific data, literature and/or information.
Experience in writing and summarizing scientific data and information.
Experience in reproductive or environmental epidemiology.

In the context of student recruitment in the Federal Public Service, the experience can be acquired through the studies, work experience, or volunteer activities.

If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)

Experience in data management, including merging large datasets, data cleaning, and creating derived variables.
Experience in conducting literature searches and critically reviewing papers published in the epidemiologic literature.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge

Knowledge of principles of epidemiology and biostatistics

Abilities

Ability to communicate effectively orally.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing.*

* Written communication will be assessed throughout the candidates applications.

Respectful of diversity

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

Knowledge of perinatal epidemiology and / or common pregnancy complications.
Knowledge of several environmental chemicals, sources and routes of exposure, and known health effects.

Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Well organized*
Teamwork

* Well organized will be assessed throughout the answers in the applications.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - Reliability Status security clearance - NOTE: Each student hired through the Research Affiliate Program (RAP) must meet the security requirements of the position as a condition of employment, and therefore will be asked by the hiring organization to complete security-relevant documents.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Successful completion of both a RAP work assignment and your educational program may lead to a temporary or permanent federal public service position for which you meet the merit criteria and conditions of employment.

Preference

Preference will be given to Canadian citizens.

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.