Job Description

Position Information

Position Title

Research Associate

Department/Unit

Health & Human Performance

Research Project

CanEPIC Study

Location

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Posting Number

GP76-25

Employee Group

Grant-Paid (PSAC local 86001)

Position Type

Term

Duration of Contract (if applicable)

7 months

Employment Type

Full Time

Full-time Equivalency (FTE)

0.7

Salary

$52,516 to $70,146 per annum, prorated to $21,444 - $28,643 to reflect 7 month term at 0.7 FTE

About the Organization

The

Centre for Planetary Health and Sustainable Care

is an interdisciplinary research and training environment committed to exploring the complex interconnections between human health, environmental sustainability, and equitable care systems. We conduct research and education that addresses critical global challenges, fostering solutions that promote the wellbeing of both people and the planet.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Principal Investigator, the Research Associate will work with a multidisciplinary team on a CIHR-funded project to characterize associations between urban environmental quality and birth outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate the organization of meetings, workshops and seminars. Complete literature searches, search strategy and systematic reviews. Analyze search data, including data management. Prepare academic publications and reports.

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

Master's degree in resource and environmental management (or related degree). Experience in literature search and the analytical expertise required to carry out systematic reviews. Strong written and oral communication and collaboration skills.

Assets

Academic and professional interdisciplinary environmental health and policy experience. Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, research-oriented group.

Additional Information

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

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Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

1

Open Date

10/20/2025

Close Date

10/27/2025

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicant

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/19724