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For Students

Working in a research laboratory is an opportunity to gain valuable research experience and to work closely with a faculty mentor.

Research assistants together at an Attachment Conversation
Research assistants at an Attachment Conversation, AUC

Get involved

Students are encouraged and supported in assuming an active role in developing their own research ideas.

  • 6–9positions typically available each semester
  • 2+semesters students are expected to take part

What research assistants do

Participate in laboratory meetings, recruit participants, attend observations, collect data from participants, contribute to data analysis, and help organise lab events. The following skills are desirable but not necessary: statistical analysis and experience with young children.

Requirements

You need to have a valid CITI certificate (IRB), and you must have finished the statistics, research methods and lifespan development courses in the major (with a minimum grade of B).