Research Assistant - Geriatric Psychiatry (203706)
Research Assistant - Geriatric Psychiatry (203706)
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Job Description
Req ID: 203706
Location: CentralZoneAbbie J. Lane Memorial Building - QEII
Department: RSH Psychology-CASSIDY 894718
Type of Employment: CasualCasual Relief(3%) x 1
Management/Non UnionPosition
Posting Closing Date: 4-Jun-25
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About the Opportunity
The Research Assistant (RA) contributes to the support and management of a randomized controlled trial of cognitivebehaviouraltherapy for older adults with depression. The RA will assist with the study consent process and the administration of outcome measures for the study. The RA may also assist with data capture into Case Report Forms and entry in the study database (REDCap). This individual reports to Dr. Keri-Leigh Cassidy Principal Investigator and Gail Eskes director of research for the Geriatric Psychiatry Section. It is anticipated that interviews for this position will be scheduled in early July.
The role involves conducting informed consent discussions with patients willing to participate in research completing Case Report Forms in collaboration with the Principal Investigator (PI) Manager or Coordinator and scheduling diagnostic tests assessments and appointments for study subjects. Additionally the individual administers scores and records results for various study tests such as clinical rating scales and questionnaires and assists with subject screening by coordinating with clinical care teams.
The RA role also involves acting as a point of contact by answering screening and referring telephone calls emails faxes and in-person inquiries. It includes replying to routine correspondence composing and editing letters documents and memoranda and attending team meetings. The individual is also responsible for performing clerical tasks such as faxing photocopying booking rooms and meetings coordinating incoming and outgoing mail and arranging courier services.
In addition the RA collects study-related data maintains filing systems for subject and study documentation and organizes study documents test results and other materials. They develop and manage tracking methods using databases and spreadsheets entering summarizing and analyzing data. After a study concludes they archive documentation and ensure its retrieval. The RA also coordinates the booking of return study visits arranges data transfers ensures secure data storage and follows up with clinical care teams regarding patients enrolled in research studies.
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
- Currently enrolled in (or completed) post-secondary education in a Health Science and/or Science related field (Masters preferred) required
- Two years research related experience preferred
- CCRP (Certified Clinical Research Professional) or CCRA (Certified Clinical Research Associate) as asset
- Experience working in depression cognitive behavioral therapy previous experience with standardized clinical tools preferred
- TCPS2: CORE Certification considered as asset
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word Access Excel PowerPoint) email and internet
- Proficiency with current Capital Health systems (STAR PHS and/or LIS) as 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
- 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
- Casual Relief/Part-Time as hours and shifts will vary
- Beginning July 2025 and ending in July 2027 (dates are subject to change
Compensation and Benefits
$22.78 - $28.48 Hourly
Once Youve 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.
Employment Type
Gig
