Consulting > Curriculum Vitae
Michael McCarthy
Last revised October 12, 2022
Experience
September 2020 – Present
Research Scientist
University of Calgary
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Calgary AB, Canada
- Secured $49,000 in federal and provincial research funding
- Led a talk and workshop on making data analyses reproducible
September 2021 – April 2022
Statistics Teaching Assistant
University of Calgary
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Calgary AB, Canada
- Trained 25 graduate students to wrangle, visualize, model, and communicate results of univariate (general and generalized linear models, linear mixed effects models, linear and polynomial contrasts) and multivariate (MANOVA, DFA, EFA, CFA, SEM) data analyses
- Developed and delivered training materials teaching students how to complete their data analysis pipeline in R and R Markdown
September 2020 – January 2022
Data Scientist (Internship)
CUPS Calgary
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Calgary AB, Canada
- Conducted an in-depth evaluation of the CUPS Integrated Care Tool to assess its utility for developing integrated care plans and tracking client change
- Developed and deployed an interactive dashboard to facilitate exploratory data analysis of the CUPS Integrated Care Tool in partnership with internal stakeholders
- Presented the Board of Directors with data informed recommendations to improve the utility of the CUPS Integrated Care Tool for integrated care planning and tracking client change
September 2020 – September 2021
Organizer
Open Science Student Support Group, University of Calgary
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Calgary AB, Canada
- Collaborated with peers to deliver presentations and forums discussing a variety of open science topics
- Oversaw and administrated online platforms
- Designed website
June 2020 – August 2020
Research Software Engineer
Brain Dynamics Lab, University of Calgary
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Calgary AB, Canada
- Developed computerized vision science research software for the Brain Dynamics Lab
August 2012 – August 2020
Guitar Teacher
Self-employed
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Langley BC, Canada
- Developed and delivered training materials teaching students the fundamentals of music theory
- Created individualized lesson plans tailored to students' strengths and weaknesses
June 2019 – May 2020
Lab Manager
Bias Investigation and Applied Science Lab, University of the Fraser Valley
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Abbotsford BC, Canada
- Created onboarding and training materials for collaborating on reproducible research
- Conducted administrative and managerial duties needed for day to day functioning
- Designed lab website and branding
September 2017 – May 2020
Junior Research Scientist
Bias Investigation and Applied Science Lab, University of the Fraser Valley
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Abbotsford BC, Canada
- Led four independent research project and collaborated on two team research projects investigating cognitive biases
- Presented results to large audiences through talks and posters at two academic conferences
January 2018 – April 2018
Research Assistant
University of the Fraser Valley
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Abbotsford BC, Canada
- Assisted with background research and literature reviews for a project proposal seeking funding for a multi-million dollar interdisciplinary research centre at the University of the Fraser Valley
May 2016 – April 2017
Auto Detailer
Trotman Auto Group
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Langley BC, Canada
May 2016 – April 2017
Facility Attendant
Langley Events Centre
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Langley BC, Canada
May 2016 – April 2017
Referee
Langley Minor Hockey Association
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Langley BC, Canada
Education
September 2020 – Present
Master of Science, Psychology (Brain and Cognitive Science)
University of Calgary
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Calgary AB, Canada
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Thesis title:
Studying Network Variants With Electroencephalography
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Supervisor:
Dr. Andrea Protzner
June 2019
York CVR-VISTA Vision Science Summer School
York University
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Toronto ON, Canada
April 2019
Bachelor of Arts, Honours Psychology and Communications
University of the Fraser Valley
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Abbotsford BC, Canada
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Thesis title:
Valenced perceptual cues have no effect on Implicit Association Test performance
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Supervisor:
Dr. Andrea Hughes
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Honours:
Graduated with distinction for maintaining a high academic standard; Dean's List member
December 2015
Professional Communication Essentials Certificate
University of the Fraser Valley
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Abbotsford BC, Canada
Honours and Awards
Jan 2022
Graduate Studies Scholarship
Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Calgary
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Calgary AB, Canada
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Amount:
$2,500
May 2021
Canada Graduate Scholarship (Masters)
Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada
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Canada
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For:
Demonstrating a high standard of achievement in undergraduate and early graduate studies, strong research potential, and excellent personal characteristics and interpersonal skills
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Amount:
$17,500
May 2021
Master's Research Scholarship
Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Calgary
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Calgary AB, Canada
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For:
Demonstrating a high standard of achievement in undergraduate and early graduate studies, strong research potential, and excellent personal characteristics and interpersonal skills
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Amount:
$18,000
August 2020
Alberta Graduate Excellence Scholarship
Alberta Student Aid
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Calgary AB, Canada
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For:
Demonstrating excellence in undergraduate studies and research
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Amount:
$11,000
August 2019
Certificate of Academic Excellence
Canadian Psychological Association
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Canada
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For:
Demonstrating academic excellence in undergraduate studies
April 2018
Dean of the College of Arts Award
University of the Fraser Valley
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Abbotsford BC, Canada
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For:
Best humanities poster submission to UFV Student Research Day 2018
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Amount:
$100
April 2018
Undergraduate Research Excellence Award
University of the Fraser Valley
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Abbotsford BC, Canada
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For:
Outstanding work on the Pan-Canadian Advising Research Project and a program review of the University of the Fraser Valley's student advising centre
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Amount:
$1,100