Software Jobs in Halifax, NS

Req ID: 222290
Location: Provincial Position, Flexible Within the Province
Department: PH SSP Planning & Evaluation
Type of Employment: Temporary Hourly FT long-assignment (100%) x 1
Management/Non Union Position
Posting Closing Date: 21-Aug-26

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager, Surveillance and Data Solutions, the Epidemiologist leads the development of high-quality surveillance systems for the Public Health system of Nova Scotia including Health Protection, Healthy Communities and Early Years areas of focus. They provide expert advice and leadership in epidemiology and surveillance and provide statistical and epidemiological analysis of public health and population health data to support health research, decision making, planning and policy development and administration. The Epidemiologist assists in the identification and evaluation of issues that threaten the health of Nova Scotians, and advances the epidemiological and surveillance decision support, information management and knowledge translation functions for the Public Health system.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Master’s degree in Epidemiology (e.g. MSc, MPH) and 5-7 years' related experience in a Public Health setting
• Eligible for registration with relevant health discipline/college or association, where applicable
• Thorough understanding of population health and epidemiological principles
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal, written and presentation)
• Strong analytical skills
• Demonstrated skills in advanced research methodologies and statistical analysis
• Demonstrated experience providing epidemiological advice to senior decision makers
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams
• Demonstrated problem solving skills
• Project management skills to manage multiple/conflicting deadlines and priorities
• Advanced knowledge of statistical and analytical software (specifically R and SAS or Stata); proficiency in general word processing (Word) and the development and maintenance of spreadsheets (Excel); and familiarity with presentation software
• Experience with data visualization tools/software such as Tableau, GIS (mapping) and Gephi (social network analysis) is considered an asset
• Knowledge of the Public Health system in Nova Scotia
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications. Incumbent may be required to pass a written skills test and interview.

Hours

• Long assignment, full-time position; 75 hours biweekly
• Approximately 15 months

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Scale Type: Non-Union
Band: EPI02
Hourly Rate: $47.51 - $58.20 Hourly
Annual Salary: $92,644 - $113,490

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

What you'll love about Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.