Research Assistant Applications
The Affective Science and Psychophysiology Lab accepts applications from undergraduate students and recent college graduates on an ongoing basis.
All applications will receive a response from us within a week. If you have not received a response within a week about the status of your application, please feel free to email Dr. Guevarra at guevarda@miamioh.edu.
Applicants being considered for a Research Assistant position will be contacted for an interview within a week.
Interested in applying? Navigate to the application form linked below.
Expectations for Undergraduate Research Assistants
Become familiar with the lab space and expectations, and receive training on upcoming projects.
Complete a three-week probationary period.
Motivated to learn the research process, technical skill sets, and work in a team
Commit to a minimum of two semesters. An average of 10-12/hour a week commitment.
Bonus: Have a strong interest in psychophysiology. Our research uses psychophysiology techniques such as electroencephalogram, heart rate, blood pressure, etc. Please look at the Research page to learn more about ongoing research topics.
Benefits of Becoming a Research Assistant
Gain exposure to each level of the research process, including recruitment, data collection, data analysis, and dissemination.
Depending on the project(s), you will have the opportunity to gain experience in running participants through a study, collecting neurophysiological data, data analysis, and office administration.
Work in an enjoyable, inclusive, and motivating environment with other students with similar interests.
Get exposure to graduate school and a research career path. You are encouraged to meet with Dr. Guevarra and graduate students to discuss grad school, research projects, or post-graduation plans.
Earn class credit.
Opportunities to attend and give presentations at regional and national academic conferences.
After a year’s worth of work (approximately ~360 hours, 36 weeks in a school year), you have an opportunity to receive a letter of recommendation from the lab.