Position Information

Position Title

Research Assistant & Volunteer Coordinator

Research Project

Various projects within the Couples & Sexual Health Research Lab

Department/Unit

Psychology and Neuroscience

Location

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Posting Number

S125-26

Employee Group

Grant-Paid (PSAC Local 86001)

Position Type

Term

Duration of Contract (if applicable)

1 year

Employment Type

Part Time

Full-time Equivalency (FTE)

0.514

Salary

$38,972 - $49,317 per annum based on 35 hours per week, prorated to $20,032 - $25,348 for 0.514 FTE

Classification

Provisional Statement

About Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.

Job Summary

The research projects fall within the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience and relate to examining psychological and interpersonal aspects of couples’ sexuality and romantic relationships. The Research Assistant will be expected to work collaboratively with other members of the Couples and Sexual Health Laboratory (www.natalieorosen.com), which includes a multidisciplinary team of research collaborators, trainees and staff; including post-doctoral fellows, graduate students, undergraduate students, and research and administrative staff.

Reporting to the Lab Director, the Research Assistant and Volunteer Coordinator will provide research and administrative support to the Lab Director and will assist with the recruitment of participants and data collection, among other duties related to ongoing projects with funding from CIHR, SSHRC, and the IWK.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, draft, and submit research ethics applications, revisions, and amendments to the IWK Health Centre and Dalhousie University Research Ethics Boards.

• Support the Lab Director with research activities, including literature reviews and formatting of presentations and manuscripts.

• Coordinate and implement participant recruitment strategies, including advertisements, outreach materials, online platforms, and lab social media presence.

• Recruit and screen participants, obtain informed consent, administer online questionnaires, and maintain organised recruitment records and files.

• Maintain ongoing communication with study participants and manage data collection activities, including follow-up, in-lab procedures, database entry, and data cleaning.

• Coordinate research volunteers by responding to inquiries, supporting recruitment and training, delegating tasks, and serving as the primary point of contact for the volunteer team.

Note

The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work from within Nova Scotia) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in psychology (honours preferred) or health-related discipline.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information. Demonstrated ability to establish rapport, effectively communicate, both verbally and written, and interact with adults around sensitive topics (i.e., sexual dysfunction, depression) or under stressful circumstances.

• Aptitude with presentation design (e.g. PowerPoint, Canva, etc.). Experience using online data collection software (e.g., Qualtrics).

• Must possess a high degree of computer literacy (Mac and Microsoft), Internet resourcefulness, and advanced working knowledge of computer programs (e.g., MS Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, etc.), and office equipment.

• Must be able to prioritize workload, multitask, and quickly adapt to meet time-sensitive deadlines. Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills are necessary, as well as the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team structure in a professional manner.

• Strong problem-solving skills and good professional judgment, as well as evidence of initiative-taking.

Assets

• Related experience with clinical psychology, health populations and/or clinical experience (which could be related to research) in a health centre or other relevant environment.

• Experience using statistical software (e.g., SPSS, R, MPlus).

Job Competencies

The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core and leadership competencies, in particular:

• Respect & Inclusion

• Adaptability

• Knowledge & Thinking Skills

• Communication

• Service

Additional Information

Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a voluntary RRSP, health and dental plans, a wellness allowance, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.

Application Consideration

Non-probationary bargaining unit employees (PSAC Local 86001) are given priority consideration. All other applications will be considered when there is no qualified candidate from the bargaining unit.

We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or People and Culture.

Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (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. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

1

Open Date

05/06/2026

Close Date

05/24/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicant

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/20943