Geographic Information Systems Analyst, Community Health and Epidemiology

Geographic Information Systems Analyst, Community Health and Epidemiology

The Department of Community Health and Epidemiology is a dynamic, cohesive academic department comprising 18 core faculty, 34 associates and adjuncts, and 23 medical faculty in the Division of Public Health and Preventive Medicine. We have active MSc and PhD graduate programs and make a vital contribution to the undergraduate education of medical and health sciences students, and postgraduate education with the Public Health and Preventative Medicine Residency Program.

Primary Purpose:
Applications are invited for a full-time research position starting February 1st 2025 in the Built Environment and Active Populations (BEAP) Lab in the Department of Community Health and Epidemiology at the University of Saskatchewan. The position is a one-year appointment with the potential for renewal.

The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Dr. Daniel Fuller (University of Saskatchewan) and Dr. Nancy Ross (Queen's University) on projects related to their research program, including:

1. Calculating spatial metrics for urban form in Canada including Can-ALE, Urban Sprawl, and Gentrification for the 2021 census year.
2. Conducting comparative research to examine changes in urban form metrics over time in Canada.
3. Using longitudinal data (e.g., Canadian Census Health and Environment Cohorts (CanCHECs)) to examine longitudinal associations between urban form metrics and health outcomes.

Nature of Work:
The successful candidate is expected to be involved in, or responsible for, the following:

• Conducting novel independent research.
• Presentation of research results in the form of publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Assisting their faculty supervisor in guiding graduate students' research.
• Collaborating with team members to initiate new projects.

Education:
MSc or Ph.D. in Public Health, Geography, Urban Planning, Computer Science, or related field.

Experience:
Candidates will gain knowledge in the fields of GIS, public health, and spatial data science.

Skills:
A strong research record, ability to work independently, strong interpersonal skills, excellent writing, and good oral communication skills.

Required data analysis experience:

• GIS data
• Spatial statistics

Required programming experience:

• R, SQL, or Python
• ArcGIS or QGIS

Inquiries regarding this position can be directed to Daniel Fuller at daniel.fuller@usask.ca.

Department:
Community Health and Epidemiology
Status:
Term with the possibility of extension
Employment Group:
Research Positions - Non-union
Shift:
Monday to Friday, 8:
00-4:
30
Full Time Equivalent (FTE):
1
Salary:
The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Posted Date:
12/24/2024
Closing Date:
1/6/2025
Number of Openings:
1
Work Location:
May be eligible for hybrid work under the terms of USask's Alternative Workspace Guidelines.

The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and is proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin:
Indigenous Truth policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan's main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.