Are you interested in gaining hands-on research experience in child development, parent-child interactions, and math learning? The Center for Parent-Child Studies is currently recruiting responsible, motivated undergraduate students to join our research team as behavioral coders.👉We are now recruiting RAs for the Fall 2025 semester.Position Description:Research Assistants (RAs) will assist with transcribing and coding video recordings of parents and children working together on math homework tasks. This involves evaluating behaviors and verbal interactions to...
Below are the currently available research positions within the psychology department. Many positions will give you the choice to either work in the lab for course credit (PSYC 290) or on a volunteer basis. Always double check with the individual lab. Labs will often update their postings near the beginning or end of a semester, so if you don't see many postings listed currently, please check back soon. You can also visit the research by labs webpage for more information about the topics they research.
How to apply: Check the specific posting(s) you are interested in, and make sure you follow all instructions. To apply for a position, many labs will ask you to complete and send the PSYCH 290 Information Form to a contact email. Additional information and an example email can be found on the guidance for emailing about a PSYC 290 position webpage.
Position posted: August 21, 2025
Post set to expire: November 20, 2025
Post set to expire: November 20, 2025
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Position posted: November 11, 2024
Post set to expire: November 30, 2025
Post set to expire: November 30, 2025
For now, we have completed recruitment for Summer and Fall 2025. However, there will be opportunities in future semesters. Every semester, we seek responsible, highly motivated students with an interest in language, learning, and children, to assist with both online (by scheduled Zoom appointments with participants) and in-lab research projects. Previous experience with children, and prior coursework in cognitive psychology, speech & hearing, or linguistics are very helpful. No prior research experience is required. The best time to apply for Fall and Summer is early April (i.e. now); the...
Position posted: August 25, 2025
Post set to expire: December 14, 2025
Post set to expire: December 14, 2025
We are seeking highly motivated undergraduate students to join our psychology lab and gain hands-on experience exploring how social and cultural factors shape human behavior. No prior research experience is required—just curiosity, commitment, and a willingness to learn.Research Assistants may choose to:Earn PSYC 290 course creditVolunteer to build valuable research skills and experienceWe’re Looking For:Conscientious, reliable, and eager learnersStrong team players who collaborate well with othersKnowledge of a non-English language is a plus (but not...
Position posted: February 11, 2025
Post set to expire: December 31, 2025
Post set to expire: December 31, 2025
We are seeking undergraduates who are (a) looking for research experience and (b) have some experience or interest in "acting." Our lab is running an escape room for research purposes. We are looking for students who want to help us by being actors in the sessions. Actors will be responsible for playing a dramatic role in the escape room experience and, essentially, running the show for any one session. No previous research experience is needed, but we do need people who are eager to participate, who are comfortable acting or playing a part, outgoing, and able to contribute at least 3 hours a...