Interpersonal Relationships LabResearch Assistant Positions
Description:
The Interpersonal Relationships Lab, directed by Professor Ed Lemay, is looking for motivated undergraduate Research Assistants for the Spring 2018 semester (who preferably desire to stay in the lab for Fall 2018) to aid in a variety of lab duties including video coding and data collection sessions. This lab examines social interaction, communication, perceptions and personality differences within close relationships including romantic couples and friendships. Research assistants will have the opportunity to work on several different projects investigating romantic relationships and friendships including investigation of the effects of guilt and projects examining the desire to be sexually valued. Research assistants will be responsible for daily lab activities including running participants through study protocols and providing feedback on study design. Opportunities are available for both Psyc 479 credit or volunteers.
Project #1:
Responsibilities:
-Aid in running participants in data collection sessions
-Coding video recorded interaction
-10 hours per week
Qualifications:
-At least a 3.0 GPA
-Reliable and organized
-Interested in subject matter/research
-Able to maintain professionalism in the lab
-Strong academic standing
How To Apply:
If you are interested in a research assistantship this coming Fall semester or have any further questions about the position, please contact Josh Ryan for more information and an application at joshryan@terpmail.umd.edu
Project #2:
Responsibilities:
-9 hours per week in the lab
-Data coding and entry
-Data collection
-Provide feedback on study design
Qualifications:
-Interest in social psychology and research
-Strong organizational and communication skills
-Minimum 3.0 GPA
-1 Semester commitment required (2 semesters preferred)
-Detail-oriented and punctual
How To Apply:
To apply, please send your resume and unofficial transcript to Nadya Teneva (nteneva@terpmail.umd.edu). Please also include in the body of the email (1) whether you are able to commit 9 hours a week (during weekdays) to working in the lab (2) if you are interested in receiving course credit. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis until all available positions are filled.
