Opportunity:  The RAs in our lab tend to be involved in every phase of the research process--a very rewarding experience for all concerned.  We strive to nurture competence by giving RAs far greater levels of training, responsibility and independence than is customary in most psychology labs. We are also committed to maintaining a relaxed, close-knit team spirit, and a level of excitement and fun about our work. The RA position is a terrific opportunity for motivated self-starters interested in research experience.  It is ideally suited for a person seriously considering graduate school in cognitive or developmental psychology.

Focus:  This Assistantship involves research in cognitive/developmental psychology.  Our research interests are fairly broad, but most current projects focus on concepts and categories. At a very general level, we are investigating how knowledge is organized, and in how that organization unfolds in the course of development.

Details:
- Open to Yale Undergraduate students: Previous RA's with varying amounts of experience have found this to be a very valuable and rewarding opportunity. 
- Application Deadline: By the end of the second week of each semester, but late applications are still considered
- Duration: One semester commitment, with option to remain in the lab longer
- Part-Time Schedule: 8-10 hours per week
- Compensation: Yale students may earn independent study course credit. Federal work-study students may have the option to work as a paid research assistant.
- To apply: Please email the Cognition and Development Lab Manager at cogdevlab@yale.edu.