Data Scientist
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- Corporate Professionals
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- COV00052240 Requisition #
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- Aug 23, 2025 Post Date
- Classification: Lead
- Union: COV OUT OF SCOPE
- Unit and Program: Corporate
- Primary Location: Grey Nuns Community Hospital
- Location Details: Eligible to work hybrid (on/off site) within Alberta
- Employee Class: Regular Full Time
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 15-SEP-2025
- Date Available: 06-OCT-2025
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 10
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
- Minimum Hourly Salary: $36.25
- Maximum Hourly Salary: $54.37
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Master’s degree in a relevant field such as Data Science, Computer Science, Healthcare Informatics, Statistics, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, or a related quantitative discipline.
Additional Required Qualifications:
3 - 5 years of practical experience in data science, preferably in a healthcare or medical research setting. Strong analytical skills with proficiency in advanced analytics, data mining, data visualization, and optimization. Proficiency in programming languages such as SQL, Python and/or R. Strong technical skills including statistical software packages including Anaconda and Tableau. Knowledge and experience in statistical and data mining techniques, e.g. GLM/Regression, Random Forest, Boosting, Trees. Continuous learning mindset with a commitment to staying updated with advancements in data science and healthcare analytics. Excellent oral and written communication skills to communicate ideas, methods, and key findings clearly and succinctly. Ability to work independently and take responsibility for your own work and time. Ability to liaise with a range of health professionals and scientific and industry specialists to provide context to health data and specifics on salient health informatics topics. Problem-solving skills to identify and find solutions to day-to-day practical and technical problems. Experience creating and giving presentations to a varied group of internal and external stakeholders. Knowledge of applicable regulatory considerations as it relates to but is not limited to: the utilization and access of health information from a research, operational and legislative perspective (Health Information Act, ITIA, POPA).
Preferred Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Epidemiology, Health Sciences or applicable discipline preferred. 5 - 10 years of analytics experience within the Alberta Health Care system. Training/experience in AI or Machine Learning Competencies and eHealth technologies. Familiarity with Connect Care or a similar clinical information system. Project Management or Research Experience. Familiarity with Alberta Health data and/or Canadian Institute for Health Information data.
Hiring Requirements
Please submit your resume to apply. We will review only the information provided in your resume during the screening process.
The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:
Security Screening: As a condition of employment, all employees are required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and to disclose of previous convictions, record suspensions or pardons received for charges of sexual assault or other sexual offences to Covenant Health prior to commencement of any work, including training or orientation shifts.
Be the Difference
Covenant Health invites you to be the difference in people's lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith-based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person-centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.