Research Assistant - Psychiatry - Department of Research

Click here to apply as an internal applicant. Req ID: 224304 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, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

The Research Assistant coordinates study administration, participant scheduling, and data management for psychiatry research. The role also provides administrative support, including maintaining records, processing ethics documentation, and organizing project timelines.

Candidates must be currently enrolled in or have completed post-secondary education in Health Science or a related field. Two years of research experience is preferred, and certifications like CCRP, CCRA, or TCPS2: CORE are considered assets.

• Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Travel Insurance • Long-term Disability Insurance • Life Insurance • Defined Benefit Pension Plan

• Gestion du tempsSouhaitée
• Résolution de problèmesSouhaitée
• CommunicationSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Study Coordination
• Participant Screening
• Data Collection
• Regulatory Documentation
• Project Support
• Financial Processing
• Ethics Documentation
• MS Office
• Communication
• Problem Solving
• Decision Making
• Organizational Skills
• Time Management
• Multi-disciplinary Teamwork
• French Language

• Science & Research
• Healthcare
• Administrative

Formation minimale

Baccalauréat

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Postuler avant le

6 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

38 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Entry level