The research assistant will support the development of projects related to the use of animal-related stimuli (e.g., pictures of animals) for stress reduction. This project will involve three phases in total. This application is for Phase 3.

Phase 3 will involve a) finalization of at least one knowledge mobilization activity (i.e., submitting a report of the findings for publication), b) the initial development of a follow-up project based on the results of data analysis conducted in Phase 2 and c) identifying appropriate sources of funding for continuing this line of inquiry.

This project will be conducted under the guidance of Dr. Eric Legge, Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at MacEwan University.

The project may include, but is not limited to:

• Additional data analysis to assess the confirm study findings as needed using SPSS/JASP
• Complete at least one knowledge mobilization activity related to the project. Of highest import would be writing a final report for publication in a scientific journal. This report should conform to professional publication standards and match the format of the publication selected by the project lead.
• Developing a new research project to extend the findings of the current project. This includes developing a project proposal with an expected timeline for completion.
• Assisting with identifying new areas of inquiry and funding sources. Assisting with writing grant applications (particularly with regards to conceptualization and articulation of past work and new directions).

This phase of the project is expected to take 80-hours to complete over 6-weeks. The project is expected to start on Nov. 08, but is negotiable. Most project work can be done remotely.

The student will work closely with the supervising primary project manager, Dr. Eric Legge, who is available for questions. This will also include occasional progress meetings where adjustments to the student's tasks and duties may be made if necessary.