Department of Psychology
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We are always looking for keen, dedicated and hard-working research assistants. With the wide range of interests and techniques used in the lab, research assistants have the opportunity to develop their own research skills along with an understanding of the relevant theories within the field.
Responsibilities range from running participants, to data organization, to helping with the development of futures experiments. In addition, research assistants often gain hands on experience with the equipment in the lab, including the virtual reality headsets, and various psychophysiological devices. Previous experience is not necessary but a general understanding of psychological research and experimental design is helpful.
Participation in our studies is typically conducted through The University of Waterloo Research Experience Group (REG), and participation is compensated through course credit (if enrolled in applicable Psychology course). In addition, we frequently recruit individuals from the community to participate in our studies for monetary compensation.
If you are interested in getting involved as a research assistant or would like more information about participation in our studies, please feel free to contact Colin Ellard.
The University of Waterloo acknowledges that much of our work takes place on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee peoples. Our main campus is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place across our campuses through research, learning, teaching, and community building, and is centralized within our Indigenous Initiatives Office.