Compensation Pay Range: $35.04-$43.00 Ottawa is built on un-ceded Algonquin Anishinaabe territory. The peoples of the Algonquin Anishinabek Nation have lived on this territory for millennia and we honour them and this land. Their culture and presence have nurtured and continue to nurture this land. CHEO also honours all First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples and their valuable past and present contributions to this land. CHEO is one of the few stand-alone, global leaders in pediatric health and is home to more than 6,500 staff, clinicians, scientists and researchers, as well as volunteers – all of whom work together to help children and youth achieve their best lives. Within its own walls and through partnerships with community providers, CHEO has transformed from a 20th century acute care hospital into a 21st century integrated child and youth health system. Ranked in the top 1% of Canadian hospitals for the digitization of its clinical infrastructure, CHEO combines excellence in clinical care, research, and education to advance seamless care that’s provided where, when, and how it is needed. CHEO’s Research Institute is dedicated to world‑class clinical, translational, and basic science research covering a wide range of children’s health concerns. CHEO has been named Canada’s best health-care employer by Forbes in 2024, 2025 and 2026 and is ranked second among Canadian hospitals on its list of Canada’s Best Employers for multiple consecutive years. For the 14th consecutive year in a row, the editors of Canada's Top 100 Employers has recognized CHEO as a top employer in the National Capital Region. Every year CHEO helps more than 500,000 children and youth from Eastern Ontario, western Quebec, Nunavut and Northern Ontario. POSITION SUMMARY The Data Analyst is responsible for data extraction from the BORN Ontario Information System and preparation/presentation of those data in different formats (tables, graphs, reports, slides). The analyst: provides ongoing support to BORN data requestors; develops, creates, and maintains project and analysis related documentation; supports the improvement of analysis processes; and participates in ongoing professional development RESPONSIBILITIES Collaborate with BORN team members, aggregate and record-level data requestors and researchers (as required) to clarify data elements needed for data requests and research. Write analysis queries and programs to perform data processing tasks, perform data extraction and conduct analyses. Test written programs and verify data analyses against other data reports from the BORN Information System. Interact with other project team members to ensure that data is complete, accurate, and in compliance with regulatory requirements. Assist or develop systems for organizing data to analyze, identify and report trends. Prepare data output formats as requested. Maintain records of analysis activities, and prepare periodic and ad hoc reports, as required.



Match/link/aggregate data from multiple sources and experience working with administrative datasets (e.G. CIHI) or other perinatal data (Canadian Perinatal Surveillance System, provincial perinatal programs). Make decisions about appropriate statistical tests as required and run statistical analyses. Perform database edits. Execute data validation programs and resolve data discrepancies. Ensure compliance with BORN and institutional privacy guidelines. Develop, implement, and maintain security procedures for users and system administrators to ensure the protection of confidential hospital and patient data. Ensure accurate and detailed documentation concerning how and why analysis decisions are made throughout the course of a research project. Perform work in accordance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and all CHEO and CHEO Research Institute corporate/departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety. Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor. QUALIFICATIONS Criminal Record Check (Essential) University Degree in epidemiology or statistics or equivalent (i.E., university degree with a concentration of courses in statistics) (Essential) Proficient with common data management software and statistical analysis packages such as SAS (mandatory), R or other statistical software and programming languages (Essential) Experience with relational databases (Essential) Minimum 3 years experience working in an analysis position (Essential) Experience with calculation of basic epidemiologic measures (i.E., rates, risks, rate/risk ratios, 95% confidence intervals) (Essential) Clinical health research experience (maternal-child preferred) (Preferred) Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office, especially Excel) (Essential) Excellent attention to detail (Essential) Knowledge of ethics and regulatory requirements of research involving human subjects (Essential) Ability to prioritize with good time management skills (Essential) Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken. Ability to read, write, speak and understand English required (Essential) Experience with GIS analysis or other geo-spatial software (Preferred) Bilingualism - French and English (Preferred) EMPLOYER INFORMATION Please note you will be represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). Please note that this position will be based out of Ottawa. Please note that location may be subject to change at any time at the discretion of the employer.



All OPSEU members shall be granted an interview upon passing the pre-screening. Effective March 29, 2021, CHEO will conduct a more comprehensive pre-screening and evaluation process. This process may include more varied and multidimensional testing such as a written test, practical exam, or other assessment. All candidates who meet the essential and preferred qualifications may be tested. Bilingualism (French/English) will be validated by a language proficiency assessment conducted by a third party provider. Candidates will be required to meet the minimum linguistic profile prior to the date of hire. Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. CHEO values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work workplace, starting with the hiring process and welcome interest from all qualified applicants. We thank all those who apply, however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted. CHEO is much more than a hospital. Our commitment to outstanding care and continued development impacts every part of a child and youth's health and well-being. We play a crucial role in building a healthy future for our community. Working at CHEO means a rewarding career. A career at CHEO provides a: market-competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package unique culture that fosters dedication, communication, respect and teamwork place where your opinions will be respected, contributions valued and your initiatives rewarded family-friendly environment that supports you and your own family, as well as the children, youth and families we serve chance to grow — personally and professionally — through our comprehensive orientation program and on-the-job learning support for continued education and learning potential for a relocation reimbursement benefit truly unique work environment. We are redefining what it means to be a hospital. Exceptional and integrated care is what families, children and youth deserve. We are committed to partnering with them and the community to provide this care – where, when and how it’s needed. CHEO continues to be selected by local, national and international competitions showcasing employers who lead their sector in offering exceptional workplaces for their employees. For the eleventh time, CHEO has been recognized as one of the National Capital Region’s Top Employers. We are among a select group of organizations at the forefront of their respective industries who offer exceptional places to work. We were given this honour based on our outstanding: workplace atmosphere benefits employee communications training and skills development community involvement #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Analyst, Platform & Enablement (Ottawa)
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