Volunteer

The Mood and Anxiety Research and Treatment Program in the Department of Psychiatry at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre is looking for a research volunteer! The new volunteer will assist with general research-related duties in support of research staff. The volunteer will work under the supervision of Dr. Neil Rector, psychologist and Senior Research Scientist at Sunnybrook. The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications: – Previous experience with data management, SPSS, and Microsoft Excel – Previous research experience in an academic setting – Be in good academic standing in their 3rd or 4th year of a Psychology undergraduate program at […]

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 the 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 and […]

Looking for a volunteer research assistant! Jenn Barnes, a UofT alumni and a Ph.D. candidate in Clinical Psychology is conducting her dissertation research on the relationship between maternal trauma and child attachment/behaviours in a refugee population. She is based in Ottawa but is collecting data from families in Ottawa, Montreal, and Toronto.  Currently, she is looking for a volunteer research assistant to help collect data from families in Toronto. The appointments with families are 3 hours long, and the RA would accompany her to the appointments to observe and assist. Applicants would need to be available on weekend days for these appointments. Other duties may include recruitment […]

Ryan Lab is seeking volunteer research assistants to assist with participant recruitment, testing participants (younger and older adults) and data management. Will gain experience using eye-tracking technology and administering cognitive assessments. Please note that the position will be at the Rotman Research Institute at Baycrest Hospital (3560 Bathurst St). Requirements: Student in 2nd year or higher with a strong academic background and a passion for psychology. Research experience an asset, but not required. 10 hr/ week minimum time commitment. Contact: To apply, please send unofficial transcript and CV to RyanAloysius at raloysius@research.baycrest.org Website: http://research.baycrest.org/jryan

The SPRQL Lab (Social Psychophsyiology Research Methods & Quantitative Methods Lab) at the University of Toronto St. George is looking for a passionate and dedicated volunteer research assistant, to work with us on one of our meta-analysis studies. This is a great opportunity for students to gain practical experience in a research setting. This is also a great opportunity to receive an excellent letter of recommendation. Students interested in this position should: – Have a strong academic background, particularly in Psychology – Be able to commit to 6-8 hours per week – Be reliable, conscientious and detail-oriented – Have strong […]

Lab: Dr. Claude Alain’s EEG Lab, Rotman Research Institute at Baycrest Hospital Description: The EEG Lab at Baycrest Hospital is seeking two volunteer research assistants to join our team! You will gain experience in participant recruitment, collecting and analyzing neuroimaging and behavioural data. You will also learn about current research in cognitive neuroscience, attention, and memory in visual and auditory domains. These positions will be at the Rotman Research Institute at Baycrest Hospital(3560 Bathurst St. North York, ON). Hours are flexible. Requirements: Ability to work independently and in a team; attention to detail; willingness to take initiative More Information: To […]