Job Description

Position Information

Position Title

Research Assistant

Department/Unit

Psychology and Neuroscience

Research Project

Language and Literacy Lab

Location

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Posting Number

GP75-25

Employee Group

Grant-Paid (PSAC local 86001)

Position Type

Term

Duration of Contract (if applicable)

8 months, with possibility of extension

Employment Type

Full Time

Full-time Equivalency (FTE)

1.0

Salary

$35,000 to $44,000 per annum, prorated to reflect 8 month term role

About the Organization

The Language and Literacy Lab (LLL) at Dalhousie University is an interdisciplinary team of researchers who support a large-scale research program dedicated to understanding the skills children and adults need to achieve full literacy. You can learn more about the Lab and our research by visiting our

website

.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Lab Manager, Research Coordinator, and the Lab Director, the Research Assistant will support all aspects of the Language and Literacy Lab's large-scale research program dedicated to understanding the skills children and adults need to achieve full literacy.

Key Responsibilities

Support the data collection in schools for a longitudinal study on reading development. Administer experimental and standardized tasks to children and adults in a variety of settings such as schools and in the lab. Communicate with families, schools, collaborators, and other partners in the research. Assist in the development of research tasks. Code, enter, clean, and analyze data. Disseminate research findings through the creation of infographics, meetings, conference presentations, and written manuscripts.

Note

The successful applicant will be based primarily in the Language and Literacy Lab at Dalhousie University and schools across the Halifax Regional Municipality.



Travel to schools, daycare and child-care centers, and other locations, as necessitated by the Language and Literacy Lab's research program, across Nova Scotia will be required.



Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus or in schools.

Required Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in Arts or Science with a major or minor in Psychology or other related degree/diploma/certificate (e,g,. Linguistics). Experience working with children and administering experimental and/or standardized tests. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to build relationships and work effectively with others. Excellent judgment and discretion in handling confidential and/or sensitive information. Strong time management skills and the ability to handle multiple deadlines and concurrent activities. Proficiency in computer applications, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel. Satisfactory Criminal Record, Vulnerable Sector, and Child Abuse Registry checks. Class 5 driver's license and willingness to travel to schools in HRM and rural Nova Scotia as needed. A vehicle is not required as the Lab subscribes to CommunAtlantic (CarShare).

Assets

Honours degree in Arts or Science. Experience working as a research assistant and/or in a school environment, conducting systematic literature reviews, using statistical software (e.g.,SPSS),task programming, and social media management.

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

10/24/2025

Close Date

10/31/2025

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicant

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/19717