Research Assistant - Psychiatry - Department of Research

Nova Scotia Health; Halifax; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health is seeking a Research Assistant to support Psychiatry research by coordinating study administration, scheduling participants, screening, and data collection. The role acts as a key contact for study inquiries and ensures regulatory documentation is current.

You will assist with meetings, timelines, and filing of study materials, while supporting budget and ethics submissions. A health/science background and MS Office proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 required.
• Enrolled in post-secondary education in health/science or completed degree preferred.
• Two years of research-related experience preferred.
• Experience in health care/research setting is an asset.
• CCRP/CCRA or TCPS2 CORE certification are assets.
• Proficiency with MS Office and email/internet.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate study administration and participant scheduling and screening.
• Manage data collection and study documentation.
• Maintain regulatory documentation and filing systems.
• Support meetings and timelines, and ensure accurate study records.
• Assist with financial and ethics documentation as needed.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Grade 12

Post-secondary enrolment in Health/Science

Bachelor degree in Health/Science (preferred)

Tools

Capital Health systems (STAR)

PHS

LIS

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Research Assistant - Psychiatry - Department of Research

Req ID: 228478
Location: CentralZone,Bayers Road Centre
Department: RSH Psychiatry 891784
Type of Employment: CasualHourly FT long-assignment(100%) x 1
Management/Non UnionPosition
Posting Closing Date: 17-Nov-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

• Grade 12 required
• Currently enrolled in post-secondary education in a Health Science and/or Science related field required, or completed Bachelor Degree in a Health Science and/or Science related field preferred
• Two years' research related experience preferred
• Previous experience in a health care/research setting is an asset
• 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
• 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

Pay Scale Type: Non-Union
Band: RSH505
Hourly Rate: $23.81 - $29.76
Annual Salary: $46,424 - $58,030
Successful candidates may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and travel insurance; long-term disability and life insurance coverage; and a defined benefit pension plan. Additional wellness, development and employee support programs may also be available.

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.

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.