Fall 2025 Research Assistant Position

RAs will assist the Principal Investigator (Dr. Linda Zou) and 

other lab members with various tasks
related to studying how social contexts affect intergroup attitudes and behavior, particularly among racial and ethnic groups. Our research seeks to confront the causes and consequences of stereotyping, prejudice, and discrimination using social psychological theory and experimental methods, while integrating insights from other disciplines (e.g., sociology, political science). You can read more about the DIGR Lab @ https://lindaxzou.com

Research Assistants will gain hands-on experience in research, including conducting statistical analyses in R, applying for and presenting conference posters, and receiving career guidance and support for the graduate school application process.

Responsibilities:

-programming studies

-reviewing literature

-preparing stimuli

-coding data

-analyzing data

-recruiting subjects

-running subjects

Qualifications:

-Good academic standing with the University

-Able to commit to at least 3 hours a week

-Able to commit to at least 2 semesters

-Interested in intergroup relations, diversity, stereotyping, racial inequality, or related areas

How To Apply:

If interested, please complete the Research Assistant Application (linked below) with your resume and unofficial transcript. Applications will close March 31st, 2025.

https://umdsurvey.umd.edu/jfe/form/SV_6i2RLF7cmXm4AoB