Undergraduate Research Assistants play a vital role in our research, assisting with many aspects of data collection: subject recruitment, study setup, protocol execution, and data coding.
Our Research Assistants get “hands-on” research experience, with exposure to research methodology and the logistics of running a study. They gain familiarity with the administration of a protocol in a research setting. Advanced undergraduates with statistical or programming knowledge may also learn how to analyze and interpret study results.
Social and biological science-related field majors are encouraged to apply, particularly those interested in cognitive control and/or social anxiety. The position requires attention to detail, proper time management, and excellent interpersonal skills. We ask for a two-semester commitment, but space is not guaranteed.
Our undergraduate and graduate Research Technicians contribute directly to the research process, building tools that optimize data collection and analysis. We work predominantly with Python and R. Research Technicians with an interest in data science may also learn how to analyze and interpret study results.
Computer science, engineering, and math majors are encouraged to apply. The position requires attention to detail, proper time management, and a passion for problem-solving. We ask for a two-semester commitment, but space is not guaranteed.
We are always interested in the possibility of new collaborative work with faculty and grad students working under other advisors.
Grad students in our lab focus on studying cognitive control, its development, or relations to pediatric psychopathology (e.g., anxiety). We primarily use EEG (time-frequency, source-localization), computational modeling (drift-diffusion), and structural equation modeling. (f)MRI is also a key method for the lab, though secondary to EEG.
Priority is given to individuals who are interested in these questions/methods and have at least some background in programming and/or EEG. Grades and GRE scores are of less interest.