Research Assistants
We are always looking for highly motivated individuals who are interested in gaining valuable research experience and contributing to our ongoing projects. Our research assistants include undergraduates early in their college careers and post-baccalaureate students. We are particularly interested in students hoping to gain experience in preparation for graduate school.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
To be successful in our lab, we often seek out individuals who:
Have knowledge about psychology (I-O or OHP preferred, but not required)
Have communication skills (e.g., willing to ask questions)
Have interpersonal skills (e.g., collaborate with others)
Have the ability to follow instructions and have strong organizational skills
Are excited to conduct research!
TASKS
Past responsibilities of research assistants have included:
Literature reviews
Collecting and managing data
Attending lab meetings
Assisting with manuscript preparation and submission
Assisting with conference submissions and presentations
This lab will provide significant benefits, such as:
Obtaining hands-on experience conducting research in psychology
Obtaining mentorship
Gaining professional connections in the field
Gaining experience needed for graduate school
If you are interested in applying, please submit an application below. After submitting the application, please send an email to Tori Crain (tcrain@pdx.edu) and Laura Yang (layang@pdx.edu) informing us of the submission.*
If you have additional questions about your application, please email Laura Yang (layang@pdx.edu).
*Applications to join our lab as an RA have closed for the academic year. Applications will re-open closer to the beginning of the Fall term at Portland State University.
Graduate Research Assistants
Our program is always looking for potential graduate students who are highly motivated and excited to conduct research focused on I-O, OHP, and diversity.*
Are you interested in learning about the I-O Psychology graduate program?
Please visit the graduate program webpage
Are you interested in learning about our specialized training in OHP?
Please visit the OHP graduate webpage
NOTICE
For those looking to apply to the Industrial-Organizational Doctoral Program:
*Dr. Crain is NOT admitting new graduate students for the 2024-2025 academic year