Req ID: 196550
Location: Central Zone, Centre for Clinical Research - QEII 
Department: Research, Innovation & Discovery
Type of Employment: Casual Hourly FT long-assignment (100%) x 1 
Management/Non Union Position
Posting Closing Date: 18-Feb-25

 

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.

 

Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.

About the Opportunity

 

The Maritime SPOR SUPPORT Unit (MSSU) supports the conduct and implementation of patient-oriented research addressing Maritime health priorities. The Halifax node of the MSSU is comprised of a dynamic team of individuals who initiate and respond to requests for research supports. Reporting to the Executive Director, Maritime SPOR SUPPORT Unit, the Evidence Synthesis Coordinator will provide project specific support to researchers, decision-makers, and patient partners in all three Maritime provinces. The Coordinator's most significant responsibilities will be to provide expertise and search support for systematic reviews and other evidence synthesis projects. Additionally, the Coordinator will offer evidence synthesis training opportunities as required to support research and to facilitate evidence-informed healthcare practice and policy.

 

About You

 

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

 

Bachelor's Degree required in the Health Sciences. Another related discipline (e.g. Psychology or Epidemiology) may be considered as an equivalent qualification Master of Library and Information Studies (MLIS) or equivalent preferred Experience supporting health research is a major asset, particularly support involving literature searching, complex search strategy design, and synthesis Experience providing one-on-one literature review consultation services is an asset Experience providing training and/or designing training resources in evidence synthesis is an asset Effective research, project management, and analytical thinking skills Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently as well as within a multidisciplinary team environment Advanced proficiency in electronic database searching Proficiency in word processing software, presentation software, data management software, and reference management software Demonstrated time management and organizational skills Ability to work with a wide variety of people and personalities in a professional manner Demonstrated self-starter, decision-maker and problem-solver 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

 

Full-time, long assignment (75 hours bi-weekly) Approximately a two-year long assignment, starting as soon as possible This role is hybrid and is based out of Halifax, Nova Scotia Compensation and Benefits

$35.27 - $44.09 Hourly

$68,780.79 - $85,976.09 Annually

 

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.