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

I anticipate admitting one doctoral student in the 2026-27 application cycle.

​To inquire about the psychology PhD program at UCR or to express your interest in applying for graduate study in the Life Events Lab, email [email protected] with a brief summary of your interests and experience.

The 2022 Life Events Lab