Research Assistant - Hematology

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Halifax; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health authority in Nova Scotia is seeking a Research Assistant to support clinical trials and research initiatives. The candidate will be involved in administrative support, data management, and study coordination. This position offers the chance to work in a dynamic healthcare environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Benefits package including health and dental coverage

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• Completed or currently enrolled in a relevant post-secondary education.
• Two years of research-related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of hematological disorders is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist with study administration and data management in research.
• Complete case report forms and process submissions to Research Ethics Board.
• Collect, summarize and analyze study data through databases and spreadsheets.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Data Entry

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Education

Post-secondary education in Health Science or Science-related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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Req ID: 204335
Location: Central Zone, Centre for Clinical Research - QEII
Department: RSH Hematology 890440
Type of Employment: Casual Hourly FT long-assignment ( 100% ) x 1
Management/Non Union P osition
Posting Closing Date: 9-Jun-25

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.

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About the Opportunity

The Research Assistant contributes to a particular research study or division by assisting with study administration, by providing general administrative support and by maintaining study data.

40% Study/Clinical Trial Administration
• Completes Case Report Forms in conjunction with PI, Manager and/or Coordinator
• Processes & submits forms to Research Ethics Board (REB)
• Prepares specimens for shipment
• Contacts study subjects to book diagnostic/clinical tests, assessments & appointments
• Administers, scores & records results for study tests
• Assists with subject screening by accessing patient charts

30% Administrative Support
• Acts as point of contact by providing information/direction when answering, screening & referring inquiries
• Replies to correspondence & composes/edits letters, documents, etc
• Orders & maintains supplies
• Attends, records & distributes minutes for meetings
• Faxes, photocopies, books rooms, catering & meetings, etc
• Coordinates incoming/outgoing mail & arranges for courier services
• Processes invoices & financial payments
• Acquires signatures for regulatory documents

25% Data management
• Collects data related to study
• Develops/maintains filing systems for subject & study documentation
• Files study documents, test results, etc
• Develops/maintains methods of tracking information through databases & spreadsheets
• Enters, summarizes & analyses data using database/spreadsheets
• Archives documentation related to study, develops/maintains method of retrieval from storage

5% Performs other related duties as required

About You

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

• Completed or currently enrolled in post-secondary education in a Health Science and/or Science related field required
• Two years’ research related experience preferred
• Medical Terminology course preferred
• Knowledge of hematological disorders is an asset
• CCRP (Certified Clinical Research Professional) or CCRA (Certified Clinical Research Associate) an asset
• TCPS2: CORE Certification considered an asset
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods certification an asset
• Experience in data collection and data entry is an asset
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint), email and internet
• Proficiency with current NSHealth 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
• 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 / 75 Hours Bi-Weekly
• July 2025 to July 2026, approximately 12 months

Compensation and Benefits

$22.78 - $28.48 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.

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, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

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