Research Project Coordinator

Req ID: 227979
Location: Central Zone, Centre for Clinical Research - QEII
Department: RSH Clinical Center Research RR
Type of Employment: Casual Hourly FT long-assignment (100%) x 1

Management/Non Union P****osition

Posting Closing Date: 26-Oct-26

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Principal Investigator and Research Manager, the Project Coordinator/Analyst is responsible for the coordination of projects conducted within the Research department. This includes the administration of related projects, support for clinicians, literature reviews, report composition and database management including accessing, linkage and analysis of data derived from clinical, routine and population databases.

Responsible for coordinating and managing clinical research projects and trials, including conducting literature reviews, reviewing best practices, developing study protocols and outcome measures, and preparing reports and Research Ethics Board (REB) submissions. Collaborates with clinicians, sponsors, hospital staff, government agencies, and key stakeholders to ensure study feasibility, compliance, and effective project implementation. Oversee study budgets, resource allocation, participant recruitment and consent, staff education, and research documentation. Collects, manages, links, and analyzes clinical data using databases, spreadsheets, and statistical software to support research outcomes and reporting.

About You

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

• Masters in a health sciences or social sciences discipline (e.g. epidemiology, community/public health, biostatistics or health economics)
• Degree or diploma in a related health profession (e.g. Nurse, Allied Health, Psychology, etc.) or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience may be accepted
• Current registration with the relevant professional healthcare licensing organization desirable
• Minimum of two years’ experience in the relevant health profession
• Experience in database management and analysis
• Previous research experience essential
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, email and internet and in at least one statistical analysis software package (e.g. SPSS, Epi-info, SAS, STATA, SYSTAT)
• Proficiency in specialized technology programs related to the study
• Demonstrated clinical and assessment skills related to the scope required for a particular study and patient population (i.e. physical, mental and emotional assessment, etc.)
• Familiarity with health records
• Strong organizational, communication and report writing skills
• Ability to work well independently as well as within a multidisciplinary team environment

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: RSH209

Hourly Rate: $40.07 - $50.09

Annual Salary: $78,154 - $97,692

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.

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.