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Data Analyst

Date Posted: 11/06/2024
Req ID: 40561
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Dentistry
Department: Faculty of Dentistry
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

 

Description:

About us:
Exciting new advances and global challenges are radically reshaping the field of dentistry. Our vision at the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Toronto is to not just address and respond to these changes – but to thoughtfully and conscientiously shape the field of the future.

With our robust and comprehensive educational training programs (DDS, MSc, PhD degrees, IDAPP and other specialty programs), our emphasis on community outreach and care, and our internationally known and interdisciplinary research mission, the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Toronto continues to earn its reputation as one of the top dental schools in North America. Throughout more than 145 years of dental education -- the oldest, largest and most comprehensive training program in Canada -- we have striven to graduate the highest quality of students while providing the public the highest standards of care.

We are driving by our vision to improve health by advancing dentistry through inspired leadership, innovation, and excellence in education, research and practice.


Your opportunity:
Our mission at the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto, is to advance the field of dentistry and improve health outcomes through leadership, innovation, and excellence in education, research, and practice. We are dedicated to fostering an environment that encourages growth, learning, and the pursuit of excellence in all aspects of dental care and education.

Under the general supervision of the Director, Information & Instructional Services, you will be primarily responsible for supporting database programming and management, working along side other DatabaseAdministrators at the Faculty. You will be responsible for running data queries, performing data analysis and troubleshooting database issues.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Performing database programing for new and existing systems
  • Designing and optimizing databases, including developing and maintaining a dashboard for key performance indicators
  • Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues
  • Running queries to gather data andproduce statistical information and graphics
  • Analyzing and writing program scripts to extract, reformat and analyze data and metrics
  • Probing for information to establish needs and to determine requirements for ad-hoc data requests
  • Disseminating data reports and data quality reports
  • Serving as a resource to others by providing (non-supervisory) job-related guidance

 

Essential Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree, preferably in computer science, software engineering, statistics, or econometrics; or acceptable combination of equivalent education and experience.
  • Minimum three years related experience in database programming, data management and analysis, and relational databases.
  • Proven experience in managing and safeguarding patient records in accordance with privacy laws and organizational policies.
  • Strong technical skills and understanding of relational databases; data query tools such as JotForm, FileMaker, axiUm EHR, MiPACS, Crystal Report, SQL, Oracle, or other similar tools; advanced Microsoft Excel and Access skills, intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
  • Extensive knowledge and understanding of PHIPA and FIPPA regulations and compliance requirements.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities to address privacy-related issues and implement corrective actions.
  • Strong written and interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively with other team members
  • Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance patient health and student education
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated flexibility and initiative, ability to learn new skills.


To be successful in this role you will be:

  • Accountable
  • Diligent
  • Efficient
  • Meticulous
  • Proactive
  • Team player

 

 

Closing Date: 11/14/2024, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW 
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing 
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:  
USW Pay Band 09 -- $66,715. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $85,319. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol. 
Job Category: Information Technology (IT)
 

Lived Experience Statement
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.


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