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Student Research Assistant - Centre for Public Safety Applied Research

Lethbridge Polytechnic
Lethbridge, AB

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Job details

Casual
2 days ago

Skills

Community engagement
Data analysis skills
Research
Presentation skills
Data collection
Communication skills

Full job description

Position Information

Job Title

Student Research Assistant - Centre for Public Safety Applied Research (CPSAR)

Appointment Type

Casual

Position Dates

October 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027

Hours per week/FTE

8-10 per week

About the Position

Join an innovative research project at Lethbridge Polytechnic that uses virtual reality (VR) to assess ethical decision-making in police applicants. This project focuses on creating immersive, inclusive digital scenarios that reflect diverse identities and real-world challenges in public safety.

The Centre for Public Safety Applied Research (CPSAR) is a dynamic hub at Lethbridge Polytechnic where students collaborate with professionals in policing, corrections, courts, and community organizations to tackle real-world public safety issues. Through hands-on research projects, students gain valuable experience while contributing to innovative solutions that support safer communities. This position offers hands-on experience supporting applied research through tasks such as data collection, analysis, logistics coordination, and sharing research findings.

Position Details

Duties & Responsibilities

Overall, your duties and responsibilities as a student research assistant on the project may encompass any or all of the following tasks (in addition to specific duties and responsibilities listed by each project):

Assist with the applied research project focused on public safety, justice, and community well-being.
Collaborate with professionals and community partners in policing, corrections, courts, and related sectors.
Support data collection, analysis, and reporting activities under the guidance of CPSAR researchers.
Contribute to knowledge mobilization efforts, including presentations, publications, and community outreach.
Participate in team meetings and interdisciplinary discussions to help shape project direction and outcomes.

Project-Specific Duties & Responsibilities:

Assist in designing and testing VR scenarios that simulate ethical decision-making situations.
Collaborate with community partners, Indigenous Knowledge Keepers, and public safety professionals.
Help ensure the scenarios reflect intersectionality and promote equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Available to work on campus for the duration of the project.

Required Qualifications

Skills & Qualifications

You are not expected to be fully proficient in all the listed duties and responsibilities at the start of your appointment. This role is designed to support hands-on learning, and you will receive guidance as you develop your applied research skills. However, certain foundational skills are required from the outset. In addition to project-specific qualifications, student research assistants should:

Have an interest in public safety, social justice, or community-based research.
Have strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work respectfully across diverse groups.
Have a basic understanding of research methods and a willingness to learn new tools and techniques.
Demonstrate the ability to manage time effectively and meet project deadlines.
Exhibit a commitment to equity, reconciliation, and inclusive practices in research and community engagement.

Preferred Qualifications

Salary

$19/hr - $22/hr accordingly

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What You’ll Gain:

Hands-on experience in applied research and VR development.
Skills in data analysis, community engagement, and ethical assessment design.
Mentorship from experts in criminology, psychology, spatial technologies, and EDI.
Opportunities to contribute to publications, presentations, and knowledge sharing.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

C26-00478

Open Date

08/17/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Lethbridge Polytechnic is committed to inclusive recruitment practices by providing reasonable access and accommodations to applicants. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact [email protected]. Private information received in relation to the request will only be used to facilitate the recruitment process and will be kept confidential and shared only as needed with the selection committee.

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