Job Opportunity

A PhD student in Marketing (Consumer Behaviour) at the Rotman School of Management is currently looking for volunteer research assistants for this year (starting immediately) to help design and run studies on consumer relationships and social behavior. They are looking for students with strong academic records, and who are reliable, conscientious, and capable of independent work. Relevant lab experience (e.g. running participants, knowledge of Qualtrics and data analysis) is an asset but not required. Applicants should be able to commit at least four hours to lab work each week, and will have the opportunity to engage with multiple stages of the […]

The START Clinic for Mood and Anxiety Disorders is currently looking for volunteers who are interested in assisting with our research studies. The typical responsibilities include: data entry, literature searches, telephone screening and other office tasks. Volunteers are given training on all duties, and although experience is preferred it is not mandatory. Research volunteer qualifications: – Mature individual comfortable handling confidential information – Able to work in a fast paced professional environment – Currently in their final year of an undergraduate degree in psychology or related field – Interest in pursuing graduate studies in psychology/medicine – Experience or knowledge in […]

Energetic and enthusiastic volunteer research assistants are in need to help with data entry, filing, and administrative tasks in the Bariatric Surgery Program at the Toronto Western Hospital. The Bariatric Surgery Program is a dynamic department consisting of a team of health professionals from a variety of disciplines including psychologists, psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, social workers, surgeons and dietitians. The team conducts pre-surgical assessments of patients considering bariatric surgery and post-surgical follow-up for five years after surgery. The eligible candidate will be a responsible, conscientious and quick-learning individual who ideally is familiar with SPSS (individuals who are not familiar with SPSS […]

A PhD candidate is looking for 4 student volunteers within the University of Toronto’s psychology, forensic science, sociology, and/or criminology programs. Ideally, candidates will be students who are interested in gaining academic research experience, who are passionate about their fields of study, and who enjoy collaboration. Positions entail data-entry so a keen eye for detail is a must. Volunteers should expect to devote roughly 10 hours per week to the project. Volunteers can work from home and make their own hours. Positions: Data Entry: Missing Persons Database (2 positions) In this role, you would be given access to an extensive […]

Position: Volunteer Research Assistant Commitment: 12 – 15 hours/month (approximately 3.5 hours a week), for at least 1 year Qualifications: Students in their 3rd or 4th year of a BSc in Psychology with some research experience, or individuals having completed their undergraduate studies and wishing to gain research experience prior to graduate studies. Setting: Sick Kids Centre for Community Mental Health helps more than 8,000 children and families each year through a combination of prevention, treatment, research, and education activities. Located in Toronto, Ontario, we are a community affiliate of the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Medicine and Faculty of […]

The Computational Cognitive Development Lab is looking for students who are interested in a voluntary research position in a developmental psychology lab! As a research assistant, you will have the opportunity to help with coding of behavioural experiments, inputting and assisting with data collection, and recruitment of children participants (aged 3 – 7) on campus and at the local museums like the Ontario Science Centre and the Royal Ontario Museum. Ideally, applicants should have the following: – Be in good academic standing – Be able to commit at least 8-10 hours (including weekends) a week – Be available on weekends […]

The Mood Disorders Program and the Centre for Mobile Computing in Mental Health at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced individual with the following qualifications to work as a Research Assistant on a study using electronic mood diaries in adults and teens with mood disorders. Qualifications: University degree (minimum BA/BS/BSc or equivalent) in a healthcare-related area Excellent organization & communication skills. Ability to work as part of a team. Self-motivated with ability to take an active role in project planning. General computer skills and some experience with statistics. Experience coding with MATLAB an asset. Experience in […]

The Duncan Lab is looking for a volunteer to gain research experience! We are looking to accept a volunteer who is willing to contribute 8 hours a week gaining research experience on an eye-tracking study. You will gain direct experience in participant recruitment, assessment, and data collection. Interested applicants should fill out the application form on our website (duncanlab.org), and submit it along with a resume, unofficial transcript, and cover letter to duncanlabuoft@gmail.com  

The Learning and Neural Development Lab is looking for students who are interested in a voluntary research position in the lab to help prepare and run experiments! As part of the lab, you will have the opportunity to prepare visual and auditory stimuli, run the experiments on both children (aged 5-9) and adult participants to collect behavioural data, help with the recruitment of participants on campus and at the local museums such as the Ontario Science Centre, and assist with inputting the data collected. Ideally, applicants should have the following: – Be in good academic standing – Be able to […]