Research Assistant Positions

We typically review new applications each quarter (mid-November, mid-February, and mid-April) for positions starting the following quarter. Primary selection criteria for this team are interest in and commitment to the lab's research, performance in psychology courses, GPA, and an in-person interview with a graduate student. Research assistants in our lab:

• Run studies with introductory psychology students in our lab in the psychology building.
• Attend weekly meetings with Dr. Sweeny and her graduate students to discuss lab issues, research, and graduate school and career options.
• Pilot test procedures and measures.
• Help us brainstorm new studies or changes to ongoing studies.​

If you’re interested in applying to our lab, click on the button below. It will take you to a Google Form that will be submitted directly to Dr. Sweeny. NOTE: We only download applications three times a year, so email Dr. Sweeny if you have more immediate questions or concerns.

Submit Life Events Lab Application

Potential Graduate Students

Due to her new position as an Associate Dean, Kate Sweeny will not be accepting any new doctoral students in 2022-23. To inquire about the psychology PhD program at UCR or to express your interest in applying for graduate study in the Life Events Lab in future years, email ksweeny@ucr.edu with a brief summary of your interests and experience.

The 2022 Life Events Lab