Our Mission

The EMReV Program is designed to support research programs to advance patient care through investigative research, including public health surveys, studies on medication efficacy, and procedural interventions. Our volunteers also assist in conducting department quality improvement initiatives. We aim to help our volunteers develop basic research skills and increase their knowledge of medical concepts, preparing them for their future medical careers.

The program aims to introduce healthcare enthusiasts to the fast-paced environment of a level 1 trauma emergency department and educate them about emergency medicine as a prospective career path.

Our Program

Charles V. Keating Emergency Department (ED) offers the EMReV Program as an opportunity for undergraduates and graduate students in academic research projects by collecting data. We also welcome healthcare professionals, such as paramedics, nurses, and respiratory therapists, who are interested in gaining research skills. As EMReVs, volunteers can learn basic clinical research methodologies, interact with patients, and observe emergency medicine practices.

Please fill out the application form below to express interest in participating in Emergency Medicine research and quality improvement projects. We have a limited number of projects each year. Unfortunately, this means that we cannot accommodate all interested students. After completing this form, expect to hear back within a few weeks. We will only contact applicants who have completed their application and are under consideration.

We generally offer the opportunity to participate in retrospective chart review studies. Occasionally, we have opportunities to prospectively enroll ED patients. We may match students with a study that is ready to start during the available time frame.

Please email your application to emergency.medicine@dal.ca no later than January 1, 2027.

Job Posting

EMREV-Application-Form (Download & Save)

For More Information Contact the Research Volunteer Program Coordinator