Senior Statistical Analyst

SENIOR STATISTICAL ANALYST

OPEN COMPETITION

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

FREDERICTON

(An alternate work location in New Brunswick may be considered)

The Department of Health is seeking an individual to join the Shared Analytics Branch as a Senior Statistical Analyst in Fredericton.

The successful candidate will be responsible for modeling complex Primary care space, discovering inefficiencies and identifying opportunities for health system improvement through the use of Statistical, algorithmic, data mining and visualization techniques.

As a Senior Statistical Analyst you will:

• Work with clients, data stewards, project/program managers, and other IT teams to turn data into critical information and knowledge that can be used to make sound organizational decisions;
• Perform data modelling and data linkages using different data sets that are maintained by organizations outside the Department of Health (i.e. Regional Health Authorities, Health Canada, Statistics Canada, Canadian Institute for Health Information, New Brunswick Health Council), while ensuring the data privacy and security guidelines are adhered to;
• Develop statistical methodology and advise on the practical application of statistical methodologies;
• Apply statistical theory and methods to provide information used to support various programs in the Department;
• Advise, participate in, and support the development of the program evaluation framework;
• Provide consultation regarding research design, data collection strategies and analysis for ongoing operation and special projects.

Who you are:

• You shine when you are able to effectively contribute fresh ideas and innovative solutions for your organization and your clients.
• You are at your best when you are challenged and thrive on getting results.
• You are recognized for your attention to detail, organization skills, and ability to prioritize deliverables.
• You have well-developed writing skills to prepare material where interpretation, analysis, assessment and creativity, requiring the knowledgeable use of terminology and precise articulation of ideas or opinions, is necessary to effectively communicate.

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related area;
• A minimum of six (6) years of related work experience.
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
• 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 ensure 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 with SQL
• Experience with PowerBI
• Experience with Statistical Packages for Social Sciences (SPSS), SAS, R
• Experience in developing workforce supply-demand models

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/Judgment
• Effective Interactive Communication
• Concern for Order
• Information Seeking
• Client Service Orientation
• Teamwork and Cooperation

Technical Competencies:

The successful candidate will possess the following technical competencies:

• Knowledge of research methodologies, principles and practices
• Written Communication
• Ability to Use Office Technology, Software and Applications

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

Salary: $78,546 to $104,494 per annum (Pay Band 6)

What can GNB offer you:

• Comprehensive benefits package which includes paid vacation, Health and Dental Plan, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability 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 March 31, 2026, indicating competition number 35-26-040. 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.

We promote a scent-reduced environment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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