Development Associate

Job category : Continuous improvement and project management

Job posting ID : 8181

​Employment status : Regular full-time

Position's anticipated start date :  2026-04-06

Classification : PTS

Salary / Rate of pay : $80,078 - $94,028

Application deadline : 2026-01-21

• This external job posting may close earlier than the advertised deadline. We recommend applying as soon as possible.

Application requirements :

Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the internal career page .

Together, we can make all the difference in the lives of others.

Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.

If you are looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada’s Lifeline and make a meaningful difference.

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

About the role

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Regular full-time Development Associate to join our dynamic Process Management team in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia .

The  Process Management  team manages process ownership and enhancements for operations functions.

The Development Associate is responsible for routine operation of the development and testing areas.  Responsibilities include participating in the planning and effective operation of the respective functions, generating and analysing testing data, including the creation of documents such as study protocols and final reports. The Development Associate makes recommendations to management on how processes can be implemented with optimal efficiency and manages confidential information linked to Requests for Purchase (RFPs) and Intellectual Property (IP) belonging to partnering vendors.

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Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Emails are sent directly from our system, to ensure you receive them please add donotreply@blood.ca and system@successfactors.com to your safe senders list.

Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us.

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