Research Assistant - Nsh Depression Clinical Research Program

Capital District Health Authority

Central Zone, Nova Scotia, CA
Base: $23.34 - $29.18 hourly; bonus/equity: not sp...
On-site
Clinical research data collection
Recruitment and participant interaction
Administration of cognitive and diagnostic tests
Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, offering specialized services throughout Atlantic Canada and committed to excellence in health, healing, and learning

Job Summary

  • Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, offering specialized services throughout Atlantic Canada and committed to excellence in health, healing, and learning.
  • The Research Assistant position supports clinical studies investigating depression by assisting with recruitment, data collection, and study administration, providing opportunities for training and professional growth.
  • Successful candidates may be eligible for a benefits package including health, dental, travel, long-term disability, life insurance coverage, and a defined benefit pension plan.

Matching Summary

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, offering specialized services throughout Atlantic Canada and committed to excellence in health, healing, and learning.

Salary

Base: $23.34 - $29.18 Hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, travel, long-term disability, life insurance, defined benefit pension plan

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Clinical research data collection
  • Recruitment and participant interaction
  • Administration of cognitive and diagnostic tests
  • Study administration and data entry
  • Effective communication skills
  • Organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to work independently and in teams

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with mental illness care
  • Knowledge of diagnostic criteria for mental disorders
  • Competencies in multiple languages
  • French language proficiency preferred
  • Problem solving and decision-making skills
  • Professional manner with diverse populations

Key Requirements

  • Completion of Grade 12
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree preferred
  • Experience in healthcare or clinical research
  • Knowledge of mental health diagnostic criteria
  • Experience with cognitive testing
  • Ability to work full-time for approximately 12 months

Work Rights

Not specified

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