Research Coordinator

Position Title: Research Coordinator
Department: Rankin School of Nursing
Position Type: Temporary, Part-Time (0.5 FTE, 18.75 hours/week), 12-month Term (possibility of renewal, subject to funding)
Salary Range: $25-35/hour, commensurate with qualifications and experience
Posting Date: August 4, 2026
Closing Date: August 17, 2026

This is a part-time grant-funded Research Coordinator position at St. Francis Xavier University, working with Dr. Britney Benoit, Principal Investigator, Dr. Sydney Breneol, Co-Principal Investigator (Acadia University), Patti Douglas, Co-Knowledge User (Maritime Child Health), and Virginia MacIntyre, Co-Knowledge User (People in Pain Network).

The Research Coordinator will work on partnered research and a quality improvement initiative aimed at exploring and strengthening pediatric pain assessment and management practices across Nova Scotia. This work uses an implementation science approach to supporting the implementation and adoption of Canada's new Health Standards Organization National Pediatric Pain Management Standard (CAN/HSO 13200:2023). This is a primarily remote position, with some travel required in locations across Nova Scotia.

In addition to this core project, the Research Coordinator may contribute to other research and quality improvement activities with a particular focus on maternal, child, and family health as capacity permits.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day project management and coordination across all phases of this work
• Developing and maintaining project timelines
• Ensuring adherence to ethics requirements
• Managing data collection and management logistics across clinical sites
• Supervising research assistants and trainees
• Liaising with various partner organizations
• Coordinating, conducting and assisting with retrospective chart audits
• Coordinating, conducting, and assisting with qualitative focus groups and interviews
• Contributing to data analysis and synthesis
• Contributing to developing evidence summaries
• Coordinating project team meetings and workshops

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a health-related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Experience in qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods designs, as well as quality improvement initiatives
• Experience in partnered co-design research and implementation science is an asset
• TCPS 2: CORE Certification required
• Experience with preparing and managing Research Ethics Board applications and renewals
• Experience with REDCap is an asset
• Experience with quantitative data analysis and statistical software (e.g., SPSS, R, SAS, or STATA) is an asset
• Experience conducting qualitative interviews and focus groups is an asset
• Ability to work independently, while also collaborating with large interdisciplinary research teams
• Experience working in health care settings or with health care partners is an asset
• Demonstrated track record of strong communication and leadership skills
• Experience with manuscript writing and presentations

Application reviews will begin on August 17, 2026 and will continue until position is filled. To express your interest in this role, please submit a cover letter detailing your suitability for the position and Curriculum Vitae to Dr. Britney Benoit, [email protected]

StFX is located in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq People.

Our institution is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including Indigenous persons (especially Mi'kmaq), racialized persons (especially African Nova Scotians), persons with disabilities, those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQIA+ and any others who would contribute to the diversity of our community. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

We are also committed to the elimination of barriers to participation for persons with disabilities. Should you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact People and Culture at [email protected] or 902-867-5038.

About St. Francis Xavier University

Established in 1853, St. Francis Xavier University (StFX) is consistently recognized as one of the best universities in Canada. StFX exceeds the needs of today's undergraduates by providing the very best academic experience -- outstanding teaching, exceptional hands-on research opportunities, and global exchanges -- all within Canada's most vibrant and inspiring residential campus. Here, the focus is on the academic and personal development of every student, making community and social engagement a large part of the learning experience. Our students are academically strong and highly engaged in every aspect of life, determined to make a positive impact on the world.

In 2026, Maclean's annual university rankings put StFX #1 for reputation across Canada in the primarily undergraduate category. For more, visit www.stfx.ca.

About Antigonish, Nova Scotia

The beautiful and historic town of Antigonish is located within the northeastern corner of Nova Scotia. Only a 15-minute drive from the ocean and a two-hour drive to major urban centres, Antigonish is a family-friendly community with a diverse and growing population and provides access to excellent education at all levels. The town is surrounded by rolling countryside and beautiful beaches and is a hotspot for outdoor recreation, sports and other active lifestyle activities. Antigonish supports a vibrant culture in the arts with music, performing arts, visual arts and crafts, and fabulous festivals happening throughout the year. For more information visit www.townofantigonish.ca or www.visitantigonish.ca.