AUTISM, FAMILY, & COMMUNITY LAB

Undergraduate Research Assistants (RAs)

 

Getting involved in a research lab is a great way to advance your academic career! Regardless of whether you want to go to graduate school, research experience and a strong letter of recommendation from a faculty member who knows you well and can speak to your strengths will benefit any post-graduation plan. 

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Benefits of Joining a Research Lab: 

• Gain valuable research experience collaborating with a team

• Get personal and professional mentorship from a faculty member

• Learn about career opportunities and graduate school 

  • Opportunities to co-author conference presentations and publications​

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​(Pictured: Dr. Phung with our presenting students at the 2023 Western Psychological Association Conference) 

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Minimum requirements: 

• 3.0 Major GPA (within the Psychology or CHAD major)

• Experience and comfort interacting with children, adolescents, and families

• Commit to minimum one academic year working in the lab (two semesters - Fall and Spring) (~5-10 hours per week)

• Must have openings in schedule at various times throughout the week (e.g., mornings, afternoons, and weekends)

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Preferred qualifications:

• Experience working in a psychology research lab

• Experience working with children and families affected by ASD and/or other disabilities

• Proficiency speaking, reading, and writing in Spanish

• Strong organizational skills and genuine interest in conducting the research and connecting with families

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Interested students who meet the eligibility requirements above should click here to download an RA Application. Please email your completed application to Dr. Phung, jphung@csusm.edu.