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Research Assistant

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Research Assistant
Department/Unit Community Health & Epidemiology
Research Project Respiratory Epidemiology Research
Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Posting Number GP020-24
Employee Group Grant-Paid
Position Type Term
Duration of Contract (if applicable) 1 year
Employment Type Full Time
Full-time Equivalency (FTE) 1.0
Salary $36,400 per annum (35 hours per week)
About the Organization
The Respiratory Epidemiology Research Team conducts research related to lung health across the lifespan as well as the epidemiology of respiratory diseases. The research program includes studies that collect primary data, analyses of secondary data as well as evidence synthesis projects.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Principal Investigator, the Research Assistant will support research activities related to lung health and will also contribute to general research activities and support the PI across multiple projects.
Key Responsibilities
· Assist in the development of documentation for research ethics applications.
· Prepare and verify the source documentation and complete electronic Case Report Forms (eCRF).
· Carry out data entry, conduct literature reviews and critical appraisal of relevant research.
· Perform administrative duties including, coordinating meetings, preparing documentation for meetings taking meeting minutes.
· Prepare datasets, conducts analyses, and format results.
· Contribute to report and manuscript writing.

Note
Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus.
Required Qualifications
· Undergraduate’s degree in health or social sciences, with 2 years related research experience
· Excellent organizational skills, time management skills, and effective written and verbal communication skills.
· Ability to analyze and synthesize information to inform research reports, proactively provide input, and coordinate and organize work.
· Ability to work independently, as well as part of multidisciplinary team.
· Proficient in Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, etc.
· Demonstrated experience working with quantitative data analysis and statistical software programs such as Stata, R, SAS.
Assets
· Master’s degree in epidemiology, statistics, health or social sciences, with related research experience
· Previous work experience with respiratory outcomes data.
Additional Information
Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a voluntary RRSP, health and dental plans and an employee and family assistance program.
Application Consideration
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Diversity Statement
Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. For more information, please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.
Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1
Open Date 04/24/2024
Close Date 05/15/2024
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
  1. Résumé / Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter