Consciousness and Wisdom Studies Lab Seeking Volunteer RAs (DEADLINE: Nov 8)

The University of Toronto Consciousness and Wisdom Laboratory is currently accepting RA applications. Interested students should show a strong background in Cognitive Science and statistical analysis, with preferential weight going to those with experience in lab protocols, relevant technical expertise, programming skills, and interdisciplinary critical thinking. RA’s will be expected to allocate a minimum of 8 hours per week to their duties. Roles within the lab will offer hands on opportunities in experimental design and execution, data analysis, grant and ethics applications, programming, and paper preparation and submission. Aside from potential publication credits and scientific skill building, the position will offer great […]

OISE Psychology Clinic

Psychotherapy, Counselling, and Drop-In Services   At the OISE Psychology Clinic, psychological services are provided by graduate students under the supervision of registered psychologists. Graduate students from two programs offer regular, ongoing services at the Clinic. The Counselling & Clinical Psychology program offers services to adults and older adolescents. The School & Clinical Child Psychology program offers services to children and youngeradolescents.   Registered U of T students pay $10 per counselling session, and the fees are covered in full under the U of T Benefits Plan, up to $500 per year. For non-students, and services not otherwise covered, we offer a flexible payment plan […]

York CVR-VISTA Vision Science Summer School

The Centre for Vision Research (CVR) at York University offers a one-week, all-expenses-paid undergraduate summer school on vision science.  This year’s program will be held June 5-9, 2017. This year’s summer school will be substantially expanded, as part of the VISTA initiative that will dramatically increase the number of faculty members and students engaging in vision research at York University in the coming years. The program includes talks by CVR faculty members on current research topics in vision science, as well as hands-on experience in CVR laboratories. The curriculum reflects the wide range of research areas at CVR, which includes research on human visual perception, […]

ARE YOU A WORRIER? PARTICIPATE IN A PAID WRITING STUDY!

We are currently recruiting participants who describe themselves as worriers for another WORRY AND WRITING Study. DO YOU SPEND A LOT OF TIME WORRYING ABOUT MANY DIFFERENT THINGS? DOES WORRYING MAKE IT HARD TO ENJOY YOUR LIFE? DO OTHER PEOPLE SAY YOU WORRY TOO MUCH? DO YOU FIND IT DIFFICULT TO CONTROL YOUR WORRYING? ARE YOU BETWEEN 18 AND 65 YEARS OLD? If so, you may be eligible to participate in the following study: WORRY AND WRITING 1 STUDY: We are examining the relationship between worry and writing. The study involves 5 visits to the lab and you will be […]

Research Participants Needed – Social Attitudes Study

We are conducting a study looking at attitudes towards social groups. The study involves tasks that require you to categorize faces, complete cognitive tasks using an iPad and fill out questionnaires about yourself, your opinions, and your behaviours.  This is a one-time session lasting 60-90 minutes and will take place at OISE (252 Bloor St W). You will be compensated $20 and reimbursed for your TTC fare or parking costs if applicable.  Eligible participants are: – Caucasian – 18-25 years of age – Able to complete the study in English    Please email lifespandevelopment@kangleelab.com if you are interested in participating, or call us at 416-934-4503.

CAN Lab (Computational Affective Neuroscience Lab) recruiting Research Assistants

The CAN Lab (Computational Affective Neuroscience Lab) at the University of Toronto St. George is looking for a passionate and dedicated Research Assistant to work on research projects examining attitudes and goals. This is a great opportunity for students to gain experience in social neuroscience and become involved in complex study designs. Students interested in this position should: – have a strong background in psychology or related fields – be available to volunteer 5-10 hours a week – have strong interpersonal and organizational skills – be reliable and conscientious Students interested in applying should email their CV and unofficial transcript […]

Social-Personality Grad Program at York University

Hello, It is one of the largest Social-Personality groups in North America, with 14 full-time faculty members investigating a diverse range of topics. We are a productive, motivated, and friendly. Around 75% of our Ph.D. graduates from the past 5 years have gone on to faculty positions. We are also located in Toronto, Canada, one of the most vibrant, multicultural, and livable cities in the world. We invite your members to visit our website to learn more about us and our research: http://www.psych.yorku.ca/sp/ As well, please consider posting the attached flyer where your members can see it, or circulating it via your e-mail listserv. Your members may […]

Ryerson Annual Graduate Open House

Ryerson is hosting their Annual Graduate Open House on the evening of Wednesday, October 19th, 2016.  This event is organized for prospective students who are interested in applying to our graduate psychology programs and is a great opportunity to meet the Graduate Department Chair, faculty, and students to learn more about the program. Please see flyer link for more info and RSVP details: http://www.ryerson.ca/content/dam/psychology/graduate/future/openhouse/Open_House_Flyer.pdf

UCSD developmental psychology PHD program

Dr. David Barner from UCSD As a former U of T professor I know how great undergrads are there, and would love to invite you to apply to our fully funded PhD program at UCSD. For more information, interested students can go to this link on Facebook, or email me directly (barner@ucsd.edu): http://tinyurl.com/jhzr5ra David Barner Chair of Graduate Admissions

Please join us on Wednesday, October 12th to celebrate the opening of the Toronto Neuroimaging Facility ( The opening ceremony will include talks from 3 to 4:30 pm at the William Doo Auditorium (New College), with a keynote address by John Gabrieli, Director of the Athinoula A. Martinos Imaging Center at the McGovern Institute, MIT. As there is a limited capacity, we would appreciate it if you could RSVP using the following link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/toni-opening-ceremony-tickets-27691743751. We hope to see you there! toni.psych.utoronto.ca