Researcher
4 weeks ago
What matters to you? Each day we consume. And every piece of consumption is a set of choices. Choices about quality, cost, efficiency - and so on. The sum of those choices has an impact. Consequences . For the planet, for us, for other people, and for the species we share the planet with. small thing is a fully funded tech startup based in downtown Halifax, Nova Scotia. We exist to help people better understand the purchasing choices they make — and to improve those consequences. We’re doing this through an app launching in Spring 2026 , initially serving the Canadian market before expanding into the UK and US. Ahead of our launch, we’re recruiting several new team members for an immediate start, including: Research Assistant (NOC 41201) – Ethical & Sustainable Product Research Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia (Hybrid: office + home) Salary: ~$60,000 per year Benefits: Health insurance and pension plan Type: Full-time The Role We’re hiring two Research Assistants to help shape the future of ethical product data. You’ll dive deep into consumer product categories, identify what makes a product truly sustainable, and use AI tools to analyze and grade items based on those standards. You’ll also play a hands-on role in refining the tools that make this research possible. These are both entry-level roles, ideal for a recent graduate looking to take their first step on the career ladder. What You’ll Do Dig into data: Research and analyze product categories to uncover key ethical and sustainability attributes. Evaluate products: Assess and grade products based on transparent, research-driven criteria. Leverage AI: Use AI and machine learning tools to streamline data gathering, analysis, and grading. Manage data in our app: Work with the Mac version of our internal platform to load, review, and organize product information. Help us build better tools: Provide feedback and insights to improve our in-house research tech. Collaborate creatively: Work closely with our in-house journalist and tech team to turn research into real-world impact. What You Bring A university degree (which has involved significant data research) Solid analytical and research skills, with a knack for spotting patterns and details. Curiosity about sustainability, consumer ethics, and tech-driven innovation. Comfortable with the rudiments of prompt engineering, working with spreadsheets and other data tools. Self-motivation and adaptability in a hybrid startup environment. Experience using Mac OS and data-analysis apps is a plus. Why You’ll Love Working Here Be part of a mission-led startup with a real social and environmental purpose. Work with a smart, cross-disciplinary team combining tech, research, and journalism. Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work with time at home and in our Halifax office. Grow your career at the intersection of AI, sustainability, and innovation .
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Researcher
4 weeks ago
Halifax, NS, Canada smallthing.co Full timeWhat matters to you? Each day we consume. And every piece of consumption is a set of choices. Choices about quality, cost, efficiency - and so on. The sum of those choices has an impact. Consequences . For the planet, for us, for other people, and for the species we share the planet with. small thing is a fully funded tech startup based in downtown Halifax,...
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Researcher
4 weeks ago
Halifax, NS, Canada smallthing.co Full time €60,000What matters to you? Each day we consume. And every piece of consumption is a set of choices. Choices about quality, cost, efficiency - and so on. The sum of those choices has an impact. Consequences. For the planet, for us, for other people, and for the species we share the planet with. smallthing is a fully funded tech startup based in downtown Halifax,...
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Researcher
4 weeks ago
Halifax, NS, Canada smallthing.co Full time €60,000What matters to you? Each day we consume. And every piece of consumption is a set of choices. Choices about quality, cost, efficiency - and so on. The sum of those choices has an impact. Consequences. For the planet, for us, for other people, and for the species we share the planet with. smallthing is a fully funded tech startup based in downtown Halifax,...
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Researcher
4 weeks ago
Halifax, Canada smallthing.co Full timeWhat matters to you? Each day we consume. And every piece of consumption is a set of choices. Choices about quality, cost, efficiency - and so on. The sum of those choices has an impact. Consequences . For the planet, for us, for other people, and for the species we share the planet with. smallthing is a fully funded tech startup based in downtown Halifax,...
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Researcher
2 weeks ago
Halifax, Canada smallthing.co Full timeWhat matters to you? Each day we consume. And every piece of consumption is a set of choices. Choices about quality, cost, efficiency - and so on. The sum of those choices has an impact. Consequences . For the planet, for us, for other people, and for the species we share the planet with. smallthing is a fully funded tech startup based in downtown Halifax,...
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Researcher
4 weeks ago
Halifax, Canada smallthing.co Full timeWhat matters to you? Each day we consume. And every piece of consumption is a set of choices. Choices about quality, cost, efficiency - and so on. The sum of those choices has an impact. Consequences. For the planet, for us, for other people, and for the species we share the planet with. smallthing is a fully funded tech startup based in downtown Halifax,...
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Research Intern
1 week ago
Halifax, NS BJ N, Canada Polysights Full timeWe're seeking a research intern to join our team.About PolysightsPolysights builds tools that help people understand and trade prediction markets. We combine research, data, and proprietary metrics to surface what's actually actionable.Why this role existsMarkets move fast and most "insights" are just noise. We want someone who can dig into our metrics,...
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Researcher
4 weeks ago
Halifax, Canada smallthing.co Full timeWhat matters to you?Each day we consume. And every piece of consumption is a set of choices. Choices about quality, cost, efficiency - and so on.The sum of those choices has an impact. Consequences. For the planet, for us, for other people, and for the species we share the planet with.smallthing is a fully funded tech startup based in downtown Halifax, Nova...
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Research Associate
20 hours ago
Halifax, NS BH Y, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full timeReq ID: 215338Location: Central Zone, Bethune Building - QEIIDepartment: RSH LHS Innovation KKType of Employment: CasualHourly FT long-assignment (100%) x 1MGMT/NON-Union Management/Non Union PositionPosting Closing Date: 4-Feb-26 Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to...
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Halifax, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time**Req ID: 144965** **Company: Nova Scotia Health** **Location: Central Zone, Centre for Clinical Research - QEII** **Department: RSH Methods Unit** **Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100% FTE) x 1 position(s)** **Status: Management/Non-Union** Position** **Posting Closing Date: 9-Mar-23** - **This is a reposted position. Current applicants are not...
