Research Coordinator
Dalhousie University
Date: 8 hours ago
City: Halifax, NS
Contract type: Full time
Position Information
Position Title
Research Coordinator
Department/Unit Pharmacy
Research Project Implementing and Evaluating a Pharmacist-Physiotherapist Collaboration Framework for Management of Acute Musculoskeletal Injuries in Primary Care
Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Posting Number GP77-25
Employee Group Grant-Paid (PSAC local 86001)
Position Type Term
Duration of Contract (if applicable) 18 months
Employment Type Part Time
Full-time Equivalency (FTE) 0.4
Salary $59,555 - $79,673 per annum, prorated to $23,822 - $31,869 for 0.4 FTE
About the Organization Acute musculoskeletal (MSK) injuries are a common reason for healthcare visits. Delayed and limited physician and nurse practitioner access highlight an opportunity to capitalize on the distinct, yet parallel, scopes of practice between pharmacists and physiotherapists for the collaborative management of acute MSK injuries to improve equitable access and patient outcomes. The proposed work aims to develop, implement, and evaluate a Collaborative Framework bridging pharmacy and physiotherapy expertise to align scopes of practice in primary care in Nova Scotia
Job Summary Reporting to the Principal Investigators, the Research Coordinator will be based in Halifax, Nova Scotia and work with the interprofessional research team to develop, implement, and evaluate a collaborative framework for pharmacists and physiotherapists. The Research Coordinator will ensure timelines and deliverables of the project are being met
Key Responsibilities
Note Some travel in the Halifax area to meet with pharmacy and physiotherapy teams will be required. Access to transportation (e.g., personal car) for these site visits will be required. Mileage will be reimbursed.
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
Assets
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
Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1
Open Date 10/20/2025
Close Date 11/03/2025
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/19725
Department/Unit Pharmacy
Research Project Implementing and Evaluating a Pharmacist-Physiotherapist Collaboration Framework for Management of Acute Musculoskeletal Injuries in Primary Care
Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Posting Number GP77-25
Employee Group Grant-Paid (PSAC local 86001)
Position Type Term
Duration of Contract (if applicable) 18 months
Employment Type Part Time
Full-time Equivalency (FTE) 0.4
Salary $59,555 - $79,673 per annum, prorated to $23,822 - $31,869 for 0.4 FTE
About the Organization Acute musculoskeletal (MSK) injuries are a common reason for healthcare visits. Delayed and limited physician and nurse practitioner access highlight an opportunity to capitalize on the distinct, yet parallel, scopes of practice between pharmacists and physiotherapists for the collaborative management of acute MSK injuries to improve equitable access and patient outcomes. The proposed work aims to develop, implement, and evaluate a Collaborative Framework bridging pharmacy and physiotherapy expertise to align scopes of practice in primary care in Nova Scotia
Job Summary Reporting to the Principal Investigators, the Research Coordinator will be based in Halifax, Nova Scotia and work with the interprofessional research team to develop, implement, and evaluate a collaborative framework for pharmacists and physiotherapists. The Research Coordinator will ensure timelines and deliverables of the project are being met
Key Responsibilities
- Manage overall project coordination, including team meetings, timeline tracking, and interest-holder engagement.
- Support development and refinement of Collaborative Framework tools (education, communication, referral tools).
- Lead testing, data collection, and feedback gathering to improve tool effectiveness and usability.
- Deliver training sessions (virtual and in-person) for pharmacy and physiotherapy staff on tool usage.
- Coordinate development of patient experience and outcomes measures tools, recruitment materials, surveys, and ethics submissions.
- Assist with data analysis and dissemination, including report writing, manuscript preparation, and rural adaptation strategies.
Note Some travel in the Halifax area to meet with pharmacy and physiotherapy teams will be required. Access to transportation (e.g., personal car) for these site visits will be required. Mileage will be reimbursed.
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 or professional degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., social or health sciences, applied health services research, or equivalent).
- Experience coordinating research and/or program management experience.
- Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
- Ability to take initiative, work independently, as well as work collaboratively within an interprofessional team.
- Strong organization skills with a high level of attention to detail.
- Highly skilled in Microsoft Office suite tools, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint, to support tool development, presentations, and maintenance of records and information.
Assets
- Experience with tool development, group facilitation, and delivery of professional development.
- Demonstrated skill in academic writing, including publications, ethics submissions, and funding applications.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver clear presentations to diverse audiences.
- Experience with survey software (e.g., REDCap) and reference management software (e.g., Zotero).
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
Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1
Open Date 10/20/2025
Close Date 11/03/2025
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/19725
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