Positions That are Currently Available
Casual Research Assistant
Health Data Science Laboratory
Department of Community Health & Epidemiology
Dalhousie University – Halifax, Nova Scotia
The Health Data Science Laboratory in the Department of Community Health & Epidemiology at Dalhousie University invites applications for a Casual Research Assistant (RA) position. This position will support activities for a CIHR-funded randomized controlled trial focused on personalized depression risk communication and prevention.
The appointment will run from May 4th to August 31, 2026, with work conducted at 5790 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Responsibilities
The Research Assistant will contribute to the study by:
- Conducting structured telephone interviews with study participants.
- Conducting semi-structured qualitative interviews via telephone.
- Contributing to general research activities.
Training will be provided for telephone interview procedures.
Work Schedule
- Approximately 10–20 hours per week.
- Flexible working schedule on a hybrid mode.
Qualifications
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Upper-year undergraduate student or higher in Psychology or an allied health discipline.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly for interacting with research participants.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a research team environment.
- High standards of professionalism and work ethics.
- Bilingual proficiency in English and French is considered a strong asset.
Application
Interested applicants should send CV and statement of interest by email to:
Dr. JianLi Wang
Health Data Science Laboratory
Department of Community Health & Epidemiology
Dalhousie University
Email: jianli.wang@dal.ca
Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.
