Data Scientist

Government of Nova Scotia

The Government of Nova Scotia's Department of Health and Wellness is at the forefront of optimizing health care delivery through analytics and data-driven strategies. Their team is determined to leverage technology and data to improve health care efficiency, collaborating with entities like Nova Scotia Health. The role involves leading analytics efforts, driving strategic improvements, and expanding data capabilities within the department, directly influencing health services for all Nova Scotians.

In this role you can expect to have the responsibilities:

• Lead data-driven projects, utilizing complex analytics techniques.
• Communicate analytic results to internal and external stakeholders.
• Utilize advanced analytics to inform investment and strategic planning.
• Develop tools and services to innovate using structured and unstructured data.
• Act as a subject matter expert on data science and analytics technologies.
• Design computational approaches for health data statistical analysis.
• Apply data visualization for effective communication of analysis results.
• Collaborate on applied research initiatives tied to the provincial health system.

This role comes with the following benefits:

• Defined Benefit Pension Plan.
• Health, Dental, and Life Insurance.
• General illness and Disability coverage.
• Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs.

This role requires you to have:

• Master's or Ph.D. in computer science, mathematics, or statistics.
• 5+ years of experience in a relevant domain with project leadership.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience in collecting, organizing, and manipulating large data sets.
• Competence in statistical and quantitative analysis and programming.

You would benefit from having:

• Knowledge of health systems, policy, health economics, or population health.

The role is TERM with an anticipated end date of July 1, 2026. The Government of Nova Scotia values diversity and aims for a workforce representative of the community. They encourage applications from diverse groups and adhere to the principles of employment equity.