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DIS OPPORTUNITIES READ THIS FIRST!! Listed below are only some of the DIS opportunities for undergraduates. For example, this list does not include any neuroscience labs. For students interested in neuroscience DIS, you should go to our listing of neuroscience faculty to view the research interests of each neuroscience professor. You should then contact the neuroscience professors whose research you find interesting to find out about DIS opportunities in their labs. The listings below are from Clinical, Cognitive, Developmental, Social Psych, and Applied Behavior Analysis labs. The number and type(s) of DIS that you should participate in will depend on your career goals. For more information, contact a faculty member in your area of interest, or contact Dr. Barbara Licht, the Director of Undergraduate Studies for Psychology: blicht@psy.fsu.edu . C.R.E.A.T.E. !!! The Florida State University Center for Research and Education on Aging and Technology Enhancement, under the direction of Prof. Neil Charness, seeks DIS students for the Summer 2012 and Fall 2012 semesters. Our projects examine how computer technology can be successfully designed and effectively taught to adults across the lifespan, with an emphasis on improving technology use and acceptance among older adults. Benefits of enrolling in the C.R.E.A.T.E. include :
· Hands-on experience administering neuropsychological and cognitive ability tests. We train our DIS in every aspect of running a research project, with plenty of responsibility and room to move up if desired. Current projects include:
· Running participants who will help test a new computer setup geared toward more usability for older adults. Requirements for enrolling:
· Minimum GPA of 3.0.
Preference will be given to students who can stay for multiple semesters! DIS Opportunity in the Kelley Lab Memory Monitoring: Learn about how memory functions in the real world! Have you ever wondered how people know when they remember something? Have you ever had the experience of being absolutely certain you would remember something but later found out that you were wrong? This uniquely human ability to reflect on one's own memory function is called metamemory. Current projects in the lab investigate factors that influence the accuracy of people's judgments about their own future memory performance. Minimum requirements for prospective DIS students:
· 3.0 GPA or higher Apply by emailing Ainsley Mitchum: mitchum@psy.fsu.edu .
Research Opportunity in Applied Psychology: How can we adapt roadways to accommodate an aging population? What factors of parking lot designs are dangerous or confusing? Can we improve the safety of bicyclists? Research assistants are needed for the Aging Driver And Pedestrian Safety research (ADAPtS) labs for the Summer 2012 and Fall 2012 semesters. This lab applies fundamentals of Cognitive Psychology in real world (and simulated) transportation environments. We also have opportunities for those seeking an Honors Thesis. The lab boasts a Driving Simulator, a Portable Eye-Tracker, and an off-campus closed track facility. You will have the opportunity to:
· Run driving simulations, lab, and field tasks Please contact Heather Lupton at lupton@psy.fsu.edu if you:
· Are motivated and reliable
Women's Mental Health DIS: Dr. Heather A. Flynn is a clinical psychologist and Associate Professor & Vice Chair for Research at the FSU College of Medicine. Her research focuses on improving identification and treatment of depression in women, especially around the time of childbearing. Her current studies aim to document the rates of depression detection and treatment in childbearing women. In order to accomplish this, she is initiating a depression screening process and infrastructure for clinical research in health care practices serving women in the community. The overall goal of this research project is to improve the effectiveness of treatments. Individuals working on these projects can expect to be involved in the following activities:
· conducting in-person recruitment of patients at health care sites in communities
** There are also opportunities to be involved in presentations and publication of data.
· GPA of 3.2 or higher If interested, please contact research assistant, Stephanie Ureņa. E-mail: stephanie.urena-sala@med.fsu.edu D.I.S. in Social Psychology
· Are you excited about understanding social psychology better and getting hands on experience with research? The Self & Social Judgment lab has openings for responsible, enthusiastic students who want to gain hands on experience with social psychology. In this lab, you will have opportunity to work on projects related to beliefs that we hold about ourselves, our abilities and our traits, and the ways in which self-beliefs impact our judgments of other people and the world around us. Some of our projects focus on self-confidence (e.g., Why is it that some of the least talented people seem to be overconfident while those people who have lots of talent often seem unsure of themselves? Where does extreme overconfidence come from? What is the impact of cultural stereotypes on feelings of confidence (e.g., the impact of gender stereotypes on women's confidence in math and science). Other projects focus on people's motivations and goals (e.g., what is the impact of people's level of will power or self-control on pursuing their goals? What sorts of strategies can we use to be more successful in achieving our goals? Why do those strategies work?). The Ehrlinger Lab also focuses on how people differ in the way they make decisions (e.g., Does fully researching all of your options so that you ensure you have made the best choice always lead to happiness with your choices? Are there unintended consequences of this pursuit of the "best"?) . Find out more about our research at: http://www.psy.fsu.edu/~ehrlingerlab Apply to be a part of the lab at: http://www.psy.fsu.edu/~ehrlingerlab/Join_the_lab.html DIS Opportunity in the Learning, Memory, and Language Lab For Summer 2012, Fall 2012, and Spring 2013, there are DIS openings in the Learning, Memory, and Language Lab directed by Dr. Kaschak. Typically, students participate in our lab by running experiments and attending lab meetings. The lab meetings provide an opportunity to discuss the analysis and interpretation of our data, and to participate in the design of new experiments. Applicants should have at least a 3.0 GPA. We would prefer that students be able to commit more than one semester to the lab, but this is not required. Please contact Dr. Kaschak: kaschak@psy.fsu.edu if you are interested. DIS in Applied Behavior Analysis: Spring semesters only This experience consists of assisting graduate students in the ABA Master's Program with their Community-Based Behavior Change Projects. Past projects have addressed such topics as recycling, use of designated drivers, increased seat belt use, safe pedestrian behaviors, limiting smoking to approved areas on campus, and more. If interested contact Dr. Al Murphy at: amurphy@pc.fsu.edu. DIS Opportunity in the Ericsson Lab
Prospective students: You may apply to our DIS by e-mailing: ericssonlab@psy.fsu.edu.
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3.0 GPA or higher Please contact Ericsson lab through e-mail: ericssonlab@psy.fsu.edu or phone 644-9850 .
DIS Opportunity In Social Psychology:
Dr. Ashby Plant is accepting new DIS students for the Fall semester of 2012. This competitive DIS opportunity offers hands-on experience conducting social psychology research as well as important support to prepare for graduate school. Research in Dr. Plant's lab includes issues related to stereotypes and prejudice. The lab's DIS students are directly involved in conducting research on these topics. To learn more about Dr. Plant's research, visit her Web page at: http://www.psy.fsu.edu/faculty/plant.dp.html . Requirements:
· GPA of 3.0. Contact: · If you are interested in a DIS in the Plant Lab, please contact Chris Beck at: beck@psy.fsu.edu . Research in Applied Cognitive Psychology using a High-Fidelity Driving Simulator We are currently looking for students who can work during Fall 2011 and Spring 2012. Position Duties:
· Collect driving simulator data on younger and older participants. Benefits:
· Receive valuable research experience in the field of Applied Cognitive Psychology. Position Requirements:
· Minimum 3.0 GPA. Interested students may apply online at: http://www.psy.fsu.edu/~stothart/dis_admission.html. Questions may be directed to: stothart@psy.fsu.edu .
Research in Social Psychology D.I.S Join us in the Baumeister/Tice lab! Check out our lab website at: http://www.psy.fsu.edu/~baumeistertice/dis.html for more details. Applications will be posted online by March 12, 2012. DIS Opportunities for Spring 2012 and Summer 2012 in Dr. Phillips' Educational Psychology Early Childhood Literacy and Behavior Research Lab in the Florida Center for Reading Research (FCRR). We are seeking 3-5 interested students per semester with interest in early childhood development and applied educational and psychological research. Applicants must have a GPA of at least 3.3. Students will assist on research projects related to language development and language intervention in grades preschool through third grade and to also assist on projects related to vocabulary instruction and approaches to learning and self-regulation in three and four year old children. Participants must be able to work in the research team location at the satellite campus at Innovation Park, home of the FCRR. Preferred students will have reliable transportation for potential work out in area schools. Interested students should contact Dr. Phillips at: bphillips@fcrr.org .
Epilepsy Research DIS This research involves working with adults with epilepsy to improve their adherence to their antiepileptic medications. Students who participate will help prepare materials, keep track of data from patient diaries, make reminder calls to patients, and meet periodically with patients at their neurologist's office. Requirements:
· Minimum 3.25 GPA Contact Dr. Barbara Licht at blicht@psy.fsu.edu to set up an interview . DIS Opportunity in Clinical Psychology: Dr. Brad Schmidt is looking for motivated and enthusiastic DIS students to join our research team for Summer 2012. Projects will focus broadly on how certain aspects of people's personalities and behavior are related. DIS students will gain valuable exposure to all stages of research in clinical psychology, with specific emphasis on Anxiety Disorders. Requirements:
· Motivated, enthusiastic, and works well independently For more information about the lab, please visit: http://www.psy.fsu.edu/~schmidtlab/index.php If you are interested in a DIS in the Schmidt lab, please contact Kristina Korte at: korte@psy.fsu.edu
DIS Research on Neurobiology of Dr. Chris Patrick is accepting new DIS students for Summer 2012 and Fall 2012. Dr. Patrick is currently President of the Society for Psychophysiological Research and also a recent Past-President of the Society for Scientific Study of Psychopathy. His clinical interests include psychopathic personality, antisocial behavior, alcohol and drug dependence, anxiety disorders, and depression. Research in Dr. Patrick's lab focuses in particular on understanding problems of these types using physiological measures including EEG, MRI, and startle blink, in addition to more standard diagnostic and personality assessments . More details about Dr. Patrick's research can be found at his department web site: http://www.psy.fsu.edu/faculty/patrick.dp.html . DIS students in Dr. Patrick's lab are directly involved in conducting research on these topics. Activities in which DIS students routinely participate include: testing participants in lab experiments involving computerized recording of brain and bodily responses; interview-based diagnostic assessments with students and community adults, clinic patients, and prisoners; assist to develop and pilot new testing protocols; administering and scoring personality inventories; coding and analysis of research data; presenting at scientific meetings; and contributing to research papers. Requirements:
· GPA of 3.5 or higher Contact: · If you are interested in a DIS in the Patrick Lab, please contact Lab Coordinator Jackie Fishalow at: jlf09e@my.fsu.edu . Children's Learning in Schools: ISI Project and the Florida Center for Reading Research Are you wondering how elementary school children (kindergarten through 5th grade) learn to understand what they are reading? How teachers actually help children learn? Then this is the project for you. Join Dr. Carol Connor's lab. Research Assistants are needed to assess kindergarten through 5th graders who attend Leon County Schools, score assessments, enter data, and watch new projects unfold. This is an opportunity to learn how to use some of the most important standardized assessments of achievement and other experimental tasks, such as eye-tracking. Requirements:
· Interest in children and education Opportunities are available Spring 2011, Summer 2011, as well as for Fall 2011 and Spring 2012. We prefer that candidates have 2 or 3 mornings or early afternoons available per week and reliable transportation. For more information, please contact Jennifer Dombek: jdombek@fcrr.org . Join the Cougle Lab! Volunteer and DIS opportunities available for Summer 2012. We are looking for motivated, hard-working students who are interested in gaining research experience for graduate school. Students are involved with research on anxiety disorders with an emphasis on:
· obsessive-compulsive disorder Requirements:
· Minimum 3.5 GPA To find out more about our research, go to: http://www.psy.fsu.edu/~couglelab/index.htm If you are interested in applying to our lab, contact Ricky Macatee: macatee@psy.fsu.edu DIS in Teacher Quality Research What is good teaching and how can we prepare effective teachers? If you are interested in learning more about these issues and assisting in research projects focused on topics ranging from teacher self-regulation, preservice teacher reflection, preservice teacher self-efficacy for content-area reading instruction, online-literacy coaching interactions, to student goal-setting, then contact us! Depending on your interests and the status of particular projects, you may get experience at all steps of the research process. We also have you complete an annotated bibliography on a related research topic of your choice. Minimum requirements for prospective DIS students:
· 3.0 GPA or higher Apply by emailing Alysia Roehrig: aroehrig@fsu.edu
DIS Opportunity for Research in Preschool Temperament If you enjoy interacting with and learning about the behavior of young children, then this is the DIS opportunity for you. Work will include administration of behavioral tasks as well as measures of literacy in area preschools. It is a great chance to get experience assessing young children. Requirements:
· GPA of 3.0 or higher If interested, Please contact Darcey Sims at: sims@psy.fsu.edu |