The Institute for Work & Health is an independent, not-for-profit research organization in Ontario whose activities strive to reduce injury, illness and disability in the Ontario workforce.

The Institute for Work & Health is committed to excellent working conditions and a cooperative, team environment for its employees. The Institute is seeking an individual for the position of:

Research Analyst - Two-year contract

CORE FUNCTIONS

The successful candidate will have training in quantitative analytic methods at the master's level in epidemiology or a quantitative health or social science discipline such as biostatistics. Candidates should have an interest in applied research in the field of work and health. The individuals will work closely with Institute scientists in a multidisciplinary research environment. This position is a two-year contract with possible extension.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• provide programming, analytical, and project coordination support for projects involving administrative and survey data sets
• responsible for data management, including extracting data from large databases, developing quantitative measures to be used for analysis, and preparing written data documentation specifications
• conduct statistical analyses, including regression modeling, as required under the supervision of the project lead
• design and create tables, charts, and graphs for research reports and presentation materials
• prepare preliminary drafts of research reports, with particular responsibility for documenting research methodology.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

A master's degree in epidemiology, biostatistics, or other quantitative health or social science disciplines is required and demonstrated proficiency in data management and statistical analysis. Experience working with large administrative data sets and Statistics Canada survey data is critical. Three to five years of experience in database management, data analysis and the specification of statistical applications would be an asset. The candidate must have strong analytic and interpretation skills, with experience in SAS and demonstrated writing skills. Experience with other statistical software packages and programming languages, demonstrated involvement with previous research publications, and an interest in teamwork are definite assets.

SALARY RANGE 

Salary will depend on qualifications and experience: typically a programmer/analyst with master's-level training will be hired at the level of research associate with a salary in the $58,000- $65,000 range plus benefits. Suitability for the position will be assessed at 3 months.

If you are interested in this position, please submit your application no later than Friday, June 25, 2010 by mail or e-mail to:

M. Cicinelli
Director, Human Resources & Corporate Services
Institute for Work & Health
481 University Avenue, Suite 800
Toronto, ON M5G 2E9
E-mail: mcicinelli@iwh.on.ca

The Institute, guided by a Board of Directors and an international Scientific Advisory Committee, conducts research in two areas: the primary prevention of work-related injury and illness and the prevention and management of work disability. The Institute also has an active knowledge transfer and exchange (KTE) program, which implements interactive strategies to transfer research findings to key decision-makers. The Institute for Work & Health operates with the support of the Ontario Workplace Safety and Insurance Board.

The Institute is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. We thank all applicants, but only those considered for the position will be contacted. For more information about our organization, visit our web site at www.iwh.on.ca.