EPIDEMIOLOGIST
About the role
Job ID: 58548
Job Category: Health Services
Division & Section: Public Health, Decision Support, Surv & Immunization
Work Location: Metro Hall, 55 John St. Toronto On M5V 3C6
Job Type & Duration: 1 Full-time Temporary (12 month) vacancy
Hourly Rate and Wage Grade: $50.41- $55.24
Shift Information: Monday to Friday, 7 hours per day, 35 hours a week
Affiliation: L79 Full-time
Number of Positions Open: 1
Posting Period: 24-Sep-2025 to 08-Oct-2025
Reporting to the Manager of Epidemiology and Data Analytics, the Epidemiologist provides epidemiological expertise and support to programs in Toronto Public Health, including advice and support related to the collection, analysis, interpretation and reporting of surveillance data, for assessing community health status and environmental health indicators. Epidemiologists also act as a consultant on epidemiological, statistical, and evaluative methods as they apply to environmental health.
- Develops and analyzes epidemiological and other related indicators and research strategies. Facilitates the use of epidemiological evidence by providing and integrating community health status information in program and service planning, monitoring and evaluation.
- Identifies emerging issues and trends related to environmental health and community health status and proposes appropriate responses
- Applies quality assurance methods for epidemiological analysis and reports as appropriate. Performs epidemiological analysis, interprets data, and summarizes relevant findings in reports for internal and external stakeholders. Uses appropriate computer applications and presents results in an understandable format including charts, graphs, maps, etc.
- Chairs or participates as a member of internal work groups and committees and represents the Medical Officer of Health on external work groups and committees.
- Liaises with provincial ministries, health units, research and information organizations, other City Departments, external agencies and partners to provide access to current epidemiology and community health status knowledge and for collaborative epidemiological research.
- Provides consultation, training and support to Toronto Public Health and other City staff on environmental health, community health status information, epidemiological, statistical, survey and evaluative methods.
- Responds to requests for environmental health and community health status information from staff, the public, external agencies and community organizations.
- Identifies new opportunities, technologies, and methods for environmental health surveillance, including reporting, data analysis and dissemination mechanisms.
Key Qualifications:
Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:
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Master's degree in Epidemiology.
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Considerable experience using statistical analysis software such as SAS, and/or R, and programming languages currently used to collect, analyze and report epidemiological data in Ontario.
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Experience in a public health or related agency as an epidemiologist or in similar role, preferably with expertise in environmental health and communicable disease epidemiology.
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Experience with Tableau visualization tools and the development of dashboards.
You must also have:
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Knowledge of current public health issues, epidemiological concepts, and quality assurance principles related to environmental health; experience in communicable disease considered an asset
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Knowledge and skills in epidemiological and statistical methods and applied research.
-
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to meet competing priorities.
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Ability to communicate effectively, to prepare written reports, and make oral presentations.
-
Ability to direct and work effectively with staff and to utilize positive problem-solving solutions.
-
Training in and/or experience related to quality/quality improvement.
-
Ability to work in a high-pressure environment and respond to competing priorities. Ability to work flexible hours, which may include evenings and weekends depending on operational requirements.
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Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
NOTE TO INTERNAL FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME CITY OF TORONTO EMPLOYEES:
City of Toronto employees must apply to full-time or part-time employment opportunities posted on the City's Internal Job Posting Portal.A
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity.
Accommodation
The City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request. Learn more about the City’s Hiring Policies and Accommodation Process.
About City of Toronto
The City of Toronto is committed to fostering a positive and progressive workplace culture, and strives to build a workforce that reflects the citizens it serves. We are committed to building a high performing public service, with strong and effective leaders to enable service excellence, through high engagement and healthy and safe workplaces.
Toronto is home to more than 2.9 million people whose diversity and experiences make this great city Canada’s leading economic engine and one of the world’s most diverse and livable cities. As the fourth largest city in North America, Toronto is a global leader in technology, finance, film, music, culture, and innovation, and consistently places at the top of international rankings due to investments championed by its government, residents and businesses.
Toronto Public Service consists of approximately 35,771 employees, providing programs and services to Toronto residents, businesses and visitors. Additionally, the City of Toronto has a number of agencies and corporations including the Toronto Police Service, Toronto Public Library and the Toronto Transit Commission, which make up the broader municipal organization.
There are 44 operating divisions and offices providing an extensive level of programs and services. We offer diverse career opportunities across a wide variety of professional, trade, administrative, managerial and other employment roles. The Toronto Public Service has won numerous awards for quality, innovation and efficiency in delivering citizen-focused services. We are proud to have been named one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, Canada's Best Diversity Employers, Top Family Friendly Employers and Greater Toronto's Top Employers.
Consider joining the award-winning Toronto Public Service and help us make a difference in a great City!
EPIDEMIOLOGIST
About the role
Job ID: 58548
Job Category: Health Services
Division & Section: Public Health, Decision Support, Surv & Immunization
Work Location: Metro Hall, 55 John St. Toronto On M5V 3C6
Job Type & Duration: 1 Full-time Temporary (12 month) vacancy
Hourly Rate and Wage Grade: $50.41- $55.24
Shift Information: Monday to Friday, 7 hours per day, 35 hours a week
Affiliation: L79 Full-time
Number of Positions Open: 1
Posting Period: 24-Sep-2025 to 08-Oct-2025
Reporting to the Manager of Epidemiology and Data Analytics, the Epidemiologist provides epidemiological expertise and support to programs in Toronto Public Health, including advice and support related to the collection, analysis, interpretation and reporting of surveillance data, for assessing community health status and environmental health indicators. Epidemiologists also act as a consultant on epidemiological, statistical, and evaluative methods as they apply to environmental health.
- Develops and analyzes epidemiological and other related indicators and research strategies. Facilitates the use of epidemiological evidence by providing and integrating community health status information in program and service planning, monitoring and evaluation.
- Identifies emerging issues and trends related to environmental health and community health status and proposes appropriate responses
- Applies quality assurance methods for epidemiological analysis and reports as appropriate. Performs epidemiological analysis, interprets data, and summarizes relevant findings in reports for internal and external stakeholders. Uses appropriate computer applications and presents results in an understandable format including charts, graphs, maps, etc.
- Chairs or participates as a member of internal work groups and committees and represents the Medical Officer of Health on external work groups and committees.
- Liaises with provincial ministries, health units, research and information organizations, other City Departments, external agencies and partners to provide access to current epidemiology and community health status knowledge and for collaborative epidemiological research.
- Provides consultation, training and support to Toronto Public Health and other City staff on environmental health, community health status information, epidemiological, statistical, survey and evaluative methods.
- Responds to requests for environmental health and community health status information from staff, the public, external agencies and community organizations.
- Identifies new opportunities, technologies, and methods for environmental health surveillance, including reporting, data analysis and dissemination mechanisms.
Key Qualifications:
Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:
-
Master's degree in Epidemiology.
-
Considerable experience using statistical analysis software such as SAS, and/or R, and programming languages currently used to collect, analyze and report epidemiological data in Ontario.
-
Experience in a public health or related agency as an epidemiologist or in similar role, preferably with expertise in environmental health and communicable disease epidemiology.
-
Experience with Tableau visualization tools and the development of dashboards.
You must also have:
-
Knowledge of current public health issues, epidemiological concepts, and quality assurance principles related to environmental health; experience in communicable disease considered an asset
-
Knowledge and skills in epidemiological and statistical methods and applied research.
-
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to meet competing priorities.
-
Ability to communicate effectively, to prepare written reports, and make oral presentations.
-
Ability to direct and work effectively with staff and to utilize positive problem-solving solutions.
-
Training in and/or experience related to quality/quality improvement.
-
Ability to work in a high-pressure environment and respond to competing priorities. Ability to work flexible hours, which may include evenings and weekends depending on operational requirements.
-
Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
NOTE TO INTERNAL FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME CITY OF TORONTO EMPLOYEES:
City of Toronto employees must apply to full-time or part-time employment opportunities posted on the City's Internal Job Posting Portal.A
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity.
Accommodation
The City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request. Learn more about the City’s Hiring Policies and Accommodation Process.
About City of Toronto
The City of Toronto is committed to fostering a positive and progressive workplace culture, and strives to build a workforce that reflects the citizens it serves. We are committed to building a high performing public service, with strong and effective leaders to enable service excellence, through high engagement and healthy and safe workplaces.
Toronto is home to more than 2.9 million people whose diversity and experiences make this great city Canada’s leading economic engine and one of the world’s most diverse and livable cities. As the fourth largest city in North America, Toronto is a global leader in technology, finance, film, music, culture, and innovation, and consistently places at the top of international rankings due to investments championed by its government, residents and businesses.
Toronto Public Service consists of approximately 35,771 employees, providing programs and services to Toronto residents, businesses and visitors. Additionally, the City of Toronto has a number of agencies and corporations including the Toronto Police Service, Toronto Public Library and the Toronto Transit Commission, which make up the broader municipal organization.
There are 44 operating divisions and offices providing an extensive level of programs and services. We offer diverse career opportunities across a wide variety of professional, trade, administrative, managerial and other employment roles. The Toronto Public Service has won numerous awards for quality, innovation and efficiency in delivering citizen-focused services. We are proud to have been named one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, Canada's Best Diversity Employers, Top Family Friendly Employers and Greater Toronto's Top Employers.
Consider joining the award-winning Toronto Public Service and help us make a difference in a great City!