RECRUITING RA’s: The Wisdom and Identity Lab

The Wisdom and Identity Lab, under the supervision of Dr. Michel Ferrari at OISE, University of Toronto, seeking volunteer Research Assistants! Volunteers will assist with a multinational, interdisciplinary research project on Motivation and Virtue across different faiths, nationalities, and age groups. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain familiarity with mixed methods research, cross-cultural studies, and phenomenological psychology. Our immediate need is for transcriptionists, but volunteers will also assist with transcript coding and participant recruitment. Ideally, applicants should: Be in good academic standing Be able to commit at least 6 hours a week until Spring 2017 (with flexibility allowed week […]

JOB Shadowing Opportunity

Dear Students, We have a great opportunity for current U of T students (as well as recent grads of up to two years) to learn more about the various occupations in the Education industry through our Extern Job Shadowing Program. Note: This is a career exploration program and is not intended for job searching purposes. These placements will take place for half a day to five days between February 13-26, 2017. Please see the list of available vacancies below:  8 vacancies with a Psychologist @ Psychology Works (0.5 day, February 15th) – Woodbine & John Street, Markham 2 vacancies with […]

NeuroXChange: Undergraduate Neuroscience Conference

Dear University of Toronto (St. George), McMaster University will be hosting our seventh annual NeuroXChange Conference on April 28th, 2017 and we would like to invite you to join us. NeuroXChange is a unique neuroscience and mental health conference open to undergraduate students across Ontario. This conference is designed to bring together future neuroscientists to network, learn, and present their research to fellow peers. Students are encouraged to present their research or to register as attendees. Registration is officially OPEN at http://www.neuroxchange.info/. Students presenting their research will have the opportunity to win cash prizes as well as a chance to be published in the […]

Group Counselling Administrator — Summer Internship

Group Counselling Administrator LifeWorks is a global technology company specializing in Wellness and Employee Engagement. We serve over 15 million users worldwide and provide our customers with a comprehensive platform solution that is changing how companies think about employee engagement. This is an excellent opportunity to join a rapidly growing leading innovator focused on engagement and wellness solutions in a challenging and rewarding role. About You You are organized. Professional.  Multi-tasker. You are passionate about helping people and are driven to ‘be the difference’ for everyone that you interact with. Your communication and organizational skills are top notch. You are […]

DOUBLE BLUE Information Session

A MESSAGE TO THE PSYCHOLOGY STUDENTS: We would like to invite members of your group to our “Double Blue” information session coming up on January 14. This is a fast track admission event for University of Toronto Students with a GPA average of A – or above.  Information is everywhere; experts are few – hence, the Master’s of Information degree is highly valued by today’s employers. University of Toronto Students (GPA A- or above) are invited to an exclusive (one time only) “Double Blue” Information event on January 14th (1-3 pm) to be eligible to ‘fast track’ the admissions review process.     iSchool […]

Bully Lab: RECRUITING RESEARCH VOLUNTEERS

Lab: Dr. Wendy Craig’s Bully Lab (Queen’s University; www.bullylab.com) Description: We are running a study on adolescent relationships and gendered harassment in four Toronto schools (all accessible by transit). We are looking for volunteers to assist with data collection in these schools at three time points (January, March, June). Data collection will involve administering surveys in Grade 7/8 classrooms. Additional opportunities to gain research experience are also available and can be discussed.  Requirements: Second year or higher with a psychology or education background. Experience working with children. Highly reliable and conscientious. Preference will be given to students with flexible schedules.  Contact: […]

Recruiting Volunteer Research Assistants!

Volunteer Research Assistant Opportunity Lab: Ryan Lab Website: http://research.baycrest.org/jryan  Description: 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 eyetracking technology, neuroimaging 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. Highly motivated, reliable and conscientious. 10 hr/ week minimum time commitment.  Contact: To apply, please send unofficial transcript and CV to Arber Kacollja at akacollja@research.baycrest.org

2016 Dr. Freud Competition

Are you a PSY100 student? Are you competitive? And most importantly… do you want Dr. Dolderman to quiz you in an exam review? if your answer is yes to all…GOOD! Sign up here for the 2016 Dr. Freud Competition! The PSA will help you PSY100 students revise for your final exam in a fun, competitive environment. The competition will be held in jeopardy style and Dr. Dolderman will be our guest host. All you have to do is find 4 friends to sign up as a group of 5. Are you applying solo? That’s alright, because we’ll sort you into […]