Research Assistant - Psychiatry - Department of Research

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Research Assistant
- Psychiatry
- Department of Research
Req

Location:

Central Zone,Abbie J. Lane Memorial Building - QEII
Department: RSH Psychiatry 891784
Type of Employment:
Casual Hourly FT long-assignment(100%) x 1
Management/Non Union Position
Posting Closing Date: 13-Aug-26

About the Opportunity
The Research Assistant supports research studies by coordinating study administration, participant scheduling and screening, data collection and management, and regulatory documentation while serving as a key point of contact for study‑related inquiries. The role also provides administrative and project support by organizing meetings and timelines, maintaining study records and databases, processing financial and ethics documentation, and ensuring accurate filing, reporting, and achieving research materials.

About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

Currently enrolled in post-secondary education in a Health Science and/or Science related field, or completed post-secondary education in a Health Science and/or Science related field required

Two years’ research related experience preferred

CCRP (Certified Clinical Research Professional) or CCRA (Certified Clinical Research Associate) an asset

TCPS2: CORE Certification considered an asset

Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint), email and internet

Proficiency with current Capital Health systems (STAR, PHS and/or LIS) an asset

Effective communication, problem solving and decision making skills

Ability to draft, format and edit office correspondence

Well developed organizational, time management and daily planning skills

Ability to work well independently as well as within a multi-disciplinary team environment

Two years related experience preferred

Previous experience in a health care/research setting is an asset

Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

Long assignment full-time position; 75 hours biweekly

Approximately 12 months

Compensation and Benefits
$23.34 - $29.17 hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

What you'll love about Nova Scotia Health
Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high‑quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work‑life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Once You've Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self‑identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2

SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self‑identify.

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