Research Coordinator Non-Clinical - Multiple Sclerosis Epidemiology

 Req ID: 210648
Location: Central Zone, Centre for Clinical Research - QEII 
Department: RSH Neurology 1031862-IBIO2DIVMS 894758
Type of Employment: Casual Hourly FT long-assignment (100%) x 1 
Management/Non Union Position
Posting Closing Date: 6-Oct-25

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About the Opportunity

The Research Coordinator (non-clinical) coordinates research projects within the Multiple Sclerosis Epidemiology research program. This program includes a several studies, primarily a five year CIHR-funded team grant that will recruit participants across Canada and capture data using remote data collection strategies with the goal of understanding how biologic factors, environmental exposures and life experiences affect health in people with multiple sclerosis. This coordination includes:

• the administration of the study, study screening, recruitment, enrollment and follow-up
• ensuring study documentation and study files are appropriately maintained
• obtaining and documenting informed consent
• acting as the initial point of contact for study participants to answer questions or address problems and follow-up as appropriate
• ensure that telephone interviews are completed by the interview team
• assists with collection of saliva samples by mail
• monitors study timelines
• creates source documents
• maintains documentation related to research ethics approval and monitoring
• monitors budgets/invoices as required

About You

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

• Completion of a relevant Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Masters of Science preferred.
• Medical Terminology course preferred
• Experience with patient screening and informed consent required
• Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) or Certified Clinical Research Associate (CCRA) designation considered an asset or Society of Clinical Research Associates( SOCRA) designation is also considered as asset.
• Relevant clinical experience considered an asset
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint), email and internet required
• Proficiency in REDCap required
• Proficiency with statistical analysis an asset
• Experience with knowledge mobilization activities an asset
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills required
• Demonstrated time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work well independently as well as within a multidisciplinary team environment
• Demonstrated research and analytical thinking skills
• Previous experience in a relevant field preferred
• Previous research experience strongly preferred
• Knowledge of multiple sclerosis 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, 70% to 100% FTE / Hours Range from 56.25 to 75 Hours Bi-weekly
• October 2025 to October 2026, approximately 12 months
• May be renewable for an additional 12 months

Compensation and Benefits

$27.45 - $34.32 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.

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.