William Tang

McGill MSc Epidemiology
Waterloo BSc Health Science
PMP Candidate

Personal Details

  • Food: Dim Sum
  • Sport: Badminton

Public Health Journey

I attended high school in Ontario, where students are required to complete 40 hours of community service to graduate. I chose to volunteer at a hospital because it was nearby. But over time, my perspective shifted. I began to see that healthcare is a team effort involving doctors, nurses, pharmacists, project managers, and researchers all working together to improve patient outcomes. I was drawn to being part of such a dynamic environment. By Grade 12, I had logged hundreds of volunteer hours. Looking back, this is how my public health journey started.

Like many students in Grade 12, I wasn’t exactly sure what I wanted to do. But I knew I wanted to continue learning about healthcare, so I enrolled in the Health Science program at the University of Waterloo. What stood out to me was the program’s co-op structure — students graduate with five four-month work terms. I figured that gaining real-world experience might help me find clarity in my career direction.

During the third year of my degree, I took an introductory epidemiology course. It was my first exposure to studying disease patterns and their causes at the population level — and I was hooked. Not long after I took the course, the COVID-19 pandemic hit. During this time, I conducted research under the supervision of an epidemiologist, applying classroom concepts to real-world questions. That experience deepened my understanding of public health and confirmed that this was the field I wanted to pursue.

Motivated by that experience, I pursued a master’s degree in Epidemiology at McGill University. There, I received rigorous training in research methods, data analysis, and study design. For my thesis, I led two studies evaluating the post-market cardiovascular safety of a diabetes medication. Beyond research, I also gained experience in project management, interdisciplinary collaboration, and translating scientific findings into meaningful insights.

Now, as a recent graduate, I’m eager to apply my training to make a meaningful impact in public health. Through my master’s experience, I’ve discovered that my strengths lie in both research and project management. I’m looking for opportunities where I can contribute to healthcare — whether through research, project management, or a combination of both. I’m open to roles across research, government, and industry, and I’m flexible with location and ready to relocate anywhere in Canada.

Expertise

Study Design and Methodology

Skilled in creating rigorous, scientifically sound studies to tackle public health challenges and inform data-driven decision-making.

Protocol Development

Experienced in developing detailed research protocols for public health projects, ensuring strategic planning, resource allocation, and efficient timelines to guide study execution.

Statistical Analysis & Data Interpretation

Proficient in applying advanced statistical methods to public health data, interpreting results, and presenting findings to drive actionable insights and policy recommendations.

Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis

Expert in conducting systematic reviews and meta-analyses to synthesize existing evidence, identify key trends, and generate evidence-based conclusions for impactful public health decisions.

Pharmacoepidemiology

Specialized in evaluating the safety, effectiveness, and utilization of medications, guiding evidence-based public health recommendations and interventions.

Project Management

Proven ability to lead and manage public health projects, ensuring efficient execution, resource coordination, and stakeholder engagement.

Real-World Evidence

Proficient in leveraging real-world data to influence policy decisions, enhance healthcare systems, and improve public health outcomes in diverse settings.

Regulatory Guidelines and Compliance

Knowledgeable in adhering to regulatory guidelines and compliance standards, ensuring that public health research and interventions meet ethical, legal, and scientific standards.

Dissemination of Research Findings

Extensive experience in translating complex research findings into clear, accessible insights for diverse stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and impact.

Education

TRAINING

  • HLTH 173: Indigenous Health
  • HLTH 230: Introduction to Health Informatics
  • HLTH 260: Social Determinants of Health
  • HLTH 280: Applied Public Health Ethics
  • HLTH 290: Introduction to Health Neuroscience
  • HLTH 340: Environmental Toxicology & Public Health
  • HLTH 341: Principles of Pathobiology
  • HLTH 350: Principles of Occupational Health
  • HLTH 370: Ecological Determinants of Health
  • HLTH 448: Advanced Social Determinants of Health
  • PPHS 602: Foundation of Population Health
  • HLTH 333: Principles of Epidemiology
  • HLTH 442: Epidemiology of Non-Communicable Diseases
  • HLTH 443: Epidemiology of Communicable Diseases
  • EPIB 601: Fundamental of Epidemiology
  • EPIB 603: Intermediate Epidemiology
  • EPIB 605: Critical Appraisal in Epidemiology
  • EPIB 631: Intermediate Pharmacoepidemiology
  • EPIB 661: Advanced Pharmacoepidemiology
  • EPIB 654: Pharmacoeconomics
  • HLTH 204: Quantitative Approaches to Health Science
  • STAT 316: Introduction to SAS
  • HLTH 344: Qualitative Methods for Health Research
  • EPIB 607: Inferential Statistics
  • EPIB 613: Introduction to R
  • EPIB 621: Data Analysis in Health Science
  • EPIB 645: Confounding Control in Epidemiology
    • Undergraduate Thesis: Latent Classification of Patients with Schizophrenia
      • Data Source: interRAI & OMHRS
    • Master’s Thesis: Sodium Glucose Co-Transporter 2 Inhibitor and the Risk of Ventricular Arrhythmia
      • Data Source: CPRD Aurum