Research Consultant

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Closing Date : February 26 2026 at 4 : 00 PM

DataNB

At DataNB we offer a creative dynamic and meaningful work environment where all team members are valued. We inform effective practices programs and policies in New Brunswick and beyond through collaboration monitoring robust evaluations and knowledge transfer. We are engaged in a wide variety of research / evaluation projects in health education and other social sciences sectors.

ACENET

ACENET is the Atlantic Canadian partner of the Digital Research Alliance of Canada and support regional researchers in academia industry government and non-profits leverage digital research infrastructure and expertise to accelerate discovery innovation and productivity.

WHAT WE OFFER

Full-time 1 year Term Fredericton Hybrid

UNB is committed to ensuring employees can maintain a healthy work-life balance. As such we are proud to support a hybrid work approach which includes flexible hours and work-from-home options.

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

Salary Range : $68143 - $88587 per annum

YOUR FOCUS

This role is a shared role between DataNB and ACENET thus has dual reporting responsibilities to the Director DataNB and the Client Engagement & Support Manager ACENET. The Research Consultant will focus on the development of the remote cloud data storage and access solution for DataNB. The Research Consultant will be embedded within the ACENET team but work directly with DataNB on system development.

• Design and implement a secure computer network that connects on-site trusted research environment to a cloud environment hosted on the ACENET server network though under the effective control of DataNB.
• Complete the design and implementation of necessary firewalls and two-factor authentication for remote data access to the ACENET server network for approved projects and data sets.
• Design systems to ensure and monitor compliance with privacy impact assessments threat and risk assessments policies procedures and agreements in collaboration with the DataNB privacy officer and data manager.
• Provide support to DataNB staff during the design installation and test phases.
• Consult with team members both new and experienced in a timely manner to provide support and expertise in HPC GPU and Cloud with a particular emphasis on Digital Health related topics.
• Establish and maintain relationships with relevant stakeholders to ensure the ACENET DataNB analytical service is meeting their current and future needs.
• Support the planning and execution of digital health projects.
• Develop and implement technical solutions to address client needs.
• Maintain and expand knowledge of current and emerging trends policies regulations and standards in digital health in the Canadian context and the New Brunswick context.
• Facilitate connections with subject experts within the region and throughout ACENETs national network.
• Assist ACENETs executive team in developing and executing a regional strategy for growing and supporting the digital health community.
• Write and maintain documentation.
• Participate in relevant national committees working groups and research support activities.

WHAT YOU BRING

Additional Strengths

Experience in data analytics and / or Artificial Intelligence in health science.

Excellent written and verbal English communication skills and the ability to translate scientific and technical terms into plain language.

The ability to work both independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision.

A strong client-focused work ethic.

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A little bit about us

University of New Brunswick

The University of New Brunswick employs more than 3200 full- and part-time staff including faculty support staff and students. UNB values people and we have proudly been named as one of Canadas Top 100 Employers for 2026 and one of Atlantic Canadas Top Employers for 2025.

UNB is situated on the unceded territory of the Wolastoqiyik and Mikmaq peoples along the banks of the beautiful and bountiful Wolastoq river a region recognized worldwide for its natural beauty. UNB is a comprehensive university with a long history of excellence in teaching and research.

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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.

Required Experience :

Contract

Key Skills

Spss,FDA Regulations,Data Collection,R,Regression Analysis,Clinical Trials,Research Experience,Statistical Software,Market Research,SAS,Data Analysis Skills,Wiki Systems

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 68143 - 88587