BIOSTATISTICIAN

OPEN COMPETITION

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

TEMPORARY OPPORTUNITY (1 YEAR)

FREDERICTON

The Department of Health is seeking an individual to join the Epidemiology and Surveillance Branch as a Biostatistician in Fredericton, reporting to the Director of Epidemiology and Surveillance, and supporting the New Brunswick Cancer Network (NBCN).

The NBCN is a division of the Department of Health, responsible for the development and implementation of evidence-based provincial strategies for all elements of cancer care and reporting on progress that has been made toward achieving these goals. The Biostatistician will be responsible for supporting NBCN's Cancer System performance Initiative.

As the Biostatistician you will:

• Use bio-statistical, epidemiological, and algorithmic techniques to work with the NBCN on the scoping and planning for the shared pan-Canadian cancer system measurement priorities, which may include various projects and plans for the implementation of the Pan-Canadian Cancer Data Strategy;
• Plan and coordinate support for pan-Canadian and international cancer care benchmarking projects and various New Brunswick and Canadian Cancer System Performance reports;
• Support the development of cancer care indicators and associated appropriate contextual information;
• Collaborate and develop working relationships with key stakeholders to understand the current data collection capabilities;
• In alignment with the NBCN's mandate, design and establish workflows and processes such as the identification of appropriate data sources, data collection, data linkages, high-quality data validation, and data sharing agreements;
• Use various statistical and data management software to prepare large and varied administrative datasets of cancer/health system data and provide accurate statistical analysis and interpretation of complex cancer care data, including development of models and/or algorithms;
• Attend NBCN's and CPAC's regular partner status calls and complete other related tasks such as quarterly status workplan and budget reporting;
• Communicate results in a clear and concise manner;
• Support day to day NBCN cancer data and analytic needs as needed.

Who you are:

• You are recognized for your self-motivation and ability to work independently.
• You are at your best when you are challenged and thrive on getting results.
• You are recognized for your attention to detail, organization skills, ability to prioritize deliverables and management of multiple initiatives at one time.

Essential Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or Economics
• Minimum of five (5) years of related experience working with large health related databases, OR
• Bachelor degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics or Economics
• Minimum of six (6) years of related experience working with large health related databases
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
• Must be proficient in the use of statistical software such as SAS, Stata, SPSS, or R.
• Written and spoken competence in English is required. Please state your language capability on your application.

Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please ensue that preferred language for assessment is identified on your resume.

In the event that this competition poses difficulties in recruiting a qualified candidate, a covering off appointment at a lower level may be made. In that case, candidates with less than the required related years of experience may also be considered.

Asset Qualifications: Preference may be given to candidates that possess one or more of the following asset qualifications:

• Experience working with cancer data and surveillance
• Experience with indicator development and performance measurement in a health care setting
• Experience writing reports and developing presentations
• Knowledge of epidemiological and statistical methodologies for program performance measurement

Candidates may be required to demonstrate on their application one or more of the asset qualifications, in addition to the essential qualifications, in order to be given further consideration.

Behavioural Competencies: The successful candidate will possess the following behavioural competencies: Check out our competencies here!

• Analytical Thinking/Judgement
• Effective Interactive Communication
• Teamwork and Cooperation
• Results Orientation

Technical Competencies: The successful candidate will possess the following technical competencies:

• Planning and Organizing Skills
• Ability to Use Office Technology, Software and Applications
• Specialized Subject Matter Expertise and Knowledge
• Presentation Skills

Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.

Salary: $2,991 to $3,979 bi-weekly (Pay Band 6)

What can GNB offer you:

• Comprehensive benefits package which includes paid vacation, Health and Dental Plan, Life Insurance, and the New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan.
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.
• Career growth, development and continuous learning opportunities.

How to apply:

We encourage applicants to apply on-line at https://www.ere.gnb.ca/competition.aspx?lang=E&t=Y or by mail at the following address by October 5, 2025, indicating competition number 35-25-263. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Health Human Resources
4th floor, 520 King Street
Fredericton, NB E3B 5G8
Telephone: (506) 453-4331
E-Mail: [email protected]

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

Candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment.

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