Research Student Aide - Geriatrics

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Research Student Aide to support a project aimed at improving care for frail older adults. This role involves assisting with study administration and developing educational materials under the guidance of experienced professionals. Ideal candidates will be current post-secondary students in health-related fields, equipped with strong organizational skills and a knack for data entry. Join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing healthcare services while enjoying a flexible work-life balance in the beautiful Atlantic region.

Qualifications

• Current post-secondary students in health professions or related fields.
• Experience with medical literature interpretation and critical appraisal.

Responsibilities

• Assist with study administration, shipping, report generation, and data entry.
• Liaise with library services to develop educational materials.

Skills

Medical literature interpretation

Data entry

MS Word

MS Excel

Organizational skills

Time management

Fluency in French

Education

Completed grade XII

Post-secondary student

Tools

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Job description

Click here to apply as an internal applicant.

Req ID: 200847

Location: Central Zone, Camp Hill Veterans' Memorial Building - QEII

Department: RSH Geriatric Med 890927

Type of Employment: Student Casual Relief (3%) x 1

Management/Non Union Position

Posting Closing Date: 8-May-25

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, offering specialized services throughout Atlantic Canada. We aim for excellence in health, healing, and learning through collaboration across hospitals, health centres, and community programs. Join our passionate team of professionals providing a wide range of inpatient, outpatient, and community services.

We employ professionals across the province, offering a work-life balance that allows exploration of the Atlantic lifestyle. Visit www.novascotia.com to learn why many are choosing to move here.

About The Opportunity

The Research Student Aide will assist the Principal Investigator and/or Research Manager by completing assigned tasks within specified timelines. Responsibilities include supporting study administration, shipping, report generation, and data entry. The role involves working on a project aimed at improving care for frail older adults, under supervision of a Geriatrician and Pharmacist, developing educational modules on appropriate antipsychotic use.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with library services to develop educational materials for healthcare providers.
• Potential acknowledgment in dissemination products (e.g., conference abstracts, publications).

About You

We are looking for candidates who:

• Have completed grade XII.
• Are current post-secondary students in undergraduate or college programs.
• Preferably are students in health professions or related fields.
• Have experience with medical literature interpretation and critical appraisal.
• Possess knowledge translation experience (asset).
• Are familiar with learning management systems (e.g., LMS) (asset).
• Have knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology (asset).
• Have research-related experience (asset).
• Can query databases and generate reports.
• Are proficient in MS Word and Excel.
• Have good email, internet, and fax skills.
• Are accurate in data entry and able to work independently.
• Possess strong organizational and time management skills.
• Fluent in other languages, especially French, is an asset.

Please ensure your resume is current and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Casual Relief
• Approximately 24 hours weekly
• From May to July 2025 (13 weeks)

Compensation and Benefits

$19.70 per hour

Next Steps

Thank you for your interest. Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Nova Scotia Health values diversity and encourages all qualified applicants, including Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, to apply and self-identify.