Research Assistant

Closing Date: March 25th, 2026 at 4:00 PM

CENTRE FOR RESEARCH IN INTEGRATED CARE
The Centre for Research in Integrated Care (CRIC) is based out of UNB Saint John. CRIC is a living laboratory that develops and evaluates integrated patient-centred models of care for individuals with complex care needs, their families, and members of the care team.

WHAT WE OFFER

Full-time | 1-Year Term | Saint John | On-Campus

Standard Work Hours: Mon - Fri | 8:15 am - 4:30 pm |36.25 hours per week

Salary Range: $52,933 - $68,818 per annum

YOUR FOCUS

Reporting to the Research Program Manager, the Research Assistant contributes to all stages of the research process, including supporting grant applications, conducting systematic and scoping reviews, supporting program implementation, contributing to the evaluation of models of care, collecting qualitative and quantitative data, participating in data analysis, and assisting with knowledge translation activities.

• Identify and pursue funding opportunities to support new and ongoing research initiatives.
• Prepare and submit research ethics applications and required reports.
• Develop project deliverables and conduct background research, including systematic and scoping reviews.
• Collaborate with CRIC staff and faculty to support project coordination.
• Support participant recruitment, conduct interviews and focus groups, collect qualitative and quantitative data, and complete transcription as required.
• Contribute to qualitative and quantitative data analysis and interpretation of findings.
• Lead knowledge translation activities, including preparation of publications, infographics, policy briefs, posters, and research reports.
• Present research findings to relevant interest-holders and community partners.
• Provide administrative and organizational support for CRIC events, including the Patients' Den and the Canadian Health Care Navigation Conference.
• Support trainee supervision and provide guidance on research-related projects and tasks.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Master's degree in a health discipline or a related field.
• 1-2 year's experience in health research, preferably as part of a team. This includes experience with qualitative and quantitative methodologies, and experience conducting systematic and scoping reviews.

Additional Strengths

• Experience with graphic design considered an asset.
• Strong writing, interpersonal, and communication skills are essential.
• Experience searching online academic databases; experience preparing and submitting grant applications.
• Familiarity with knowledge translation plans and tools.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

WHY CHOOSE UNB?
UNB offers a large variety of benefits for employees, including a full pension, a minimum of three weeks of vacation annually, the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), and dental, life, and health insurance.

PROFESSIONAL & TECHNICAL STAFF UNION (PTSU)
This position is part of the PSAC, Local 60551 employee group and falls under the PTSU Collective Agreement.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
The University of New Brunswick and PSAC/PTSU Local 60551 are committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

We thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.