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Frequently Asked Questions
1. Are you accepting doctoral students for the current cycle?
Yes. Preference for the 2023 cycle is for applications to the Psychology program at GSU. The PI will review applications for all programs (including the Developmental, MPH-PHD program, clinical, and community programs). The project that incoming doctoral students can expect to contribute to is listed on our research page. It is discussed in more detail in the video on that page. Please review before applying.
2. What are you looking for in a graduate student?
Prospective students who are curious, motivated, and have a commitment to impacting communities through research. They can also communicate what their main interests are and include that they are thoughtful about why they want to study those areas. Wherever possible, applicants should share relevant past research experience (this may include research experiences, conference presentations, papers, and publications). Prospective students should review all available information about our current projects to assess fit with their research goals. Applicants are encouraged to look at the lab publications and recent conference presentations for additional information.
3. What can a first-year doctoral student expect in your lab?
Course work taken will vary slightly by the program that the student is enrolled in, however, the core department courses are the same. First year students can expect to meet with me on a weekly basis where we talk about expectations, interests, and upcoming lab needs. First year students typically are becoming more familiar with the research literature and analyses as they develop research questions and hypotheses. First year students also play an integral role in our current projects in everything from survey development and design, to data collection and study management.
4. Are doctoral students funded in the department? Do they pay for tuition?
Generally speaking, doctoral students receive tuition waivers and a living stipend. The latter may be funded in a number of ways including working on a grant-funded project, working as a graduate research lab assistant, teaching assistant, or (post-Master's) instructor of a course. Additionally, students may receive funding through internal or external awards, training grants, or fellowships.
Yes. Preference for the 2023 cycle is for applications to the Psychology program at GSU. The PI will review applications for all programs (including the Developmental, MPH-PHD program, clinical, and community programs). The project that incoming doctoral students can expect to contribute to is listed on our research page. It is discussed in more detail in the video on that page. Please review before applying.
2. What are you looking for in a graduate student?
Prospective students who are curious, motivated, and have a commitment to impacting communities through research. They can also communicate what their main interests are and include that they are thoughtful about why they want to study those areas. Wherever possible, applicants should share relevant past research experience (this may include research experiences, conference presentations, papers, and publications). Prospective students should review all available information about our current projects to assess fit with their research goals. Applicants are encouraged to look at the lab publications and recent conference presentations for additional information.
3. What can a first-year doctoral student expect in your lab?
Course work taken will vary slightly by the program that the student is enrolled in, however, the core department courses are the same. First year students can expect to meet with me on a weekly basis where we talk about expectations, interests, and upcoming lab needs. First year students typically are becoming more familiar with the research literature and analyses as they develop research questions and hypotheses. First year students also play an integral role in our current projects in everything from survey development and design, to data collection and study management.
4. Are doctoral students funded in the department? Do they pay for tuition?
Generally speaking, doctoral students receive tuition waivers and a living stipend. The latter may be funded in a number of ways including working on a grant-funded project, working as a graduate research lab assistant, teaching assistant, or (post-Master's) instructor of a course. Additionally, students may receive funding through internal or external awards, training grants, or fellowships.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. How many semesters of work is required in the lab?
We expect a 2 semester commitment at the minimum. You will have the option to stay on longer, if you'd like.
2. Is this a paid position?
Generally, undergraduate assistants are not paid. However, you may talk with Dr. Glover about getting institutional credit or payment through one of the many research-based programs at GSU (e.g. MARC, IMSD). Other opportunities for paid lab positions are expected in the Fall of 2024.
3. What is expected of assistants in the lab?
Undergrads are expected to work weekly. They learn to conduct literature reviews, add citations with Endnote, and are certified in CITI training. They also learn to read articles, basic data management and exposure to the research process (e.g., survey development, IRB, data analysis).
4. How many hours a week does the lab require?
A minimum of 6 hours is required. You can split this up throughout the week.
5. Is there an age or year requirement to join?
Anyone enrolled as an undergraduate or recent graduate (postbac) at GSU can apply.
6. Is there a major requirement?
No, however preference will be given to psychology majors or those in closely related fields.
7. Are there any prerequisites for joining the lab?
It benefits you to have taken specific classes (visible in the lab application form). We also look at the application form which asks for your GPA, your learning goals for the lab, and a reference.
8. Is this lab remote or in person?
This lab is located in the Urban Life Building. We primarily work in-person in the lab, but have a virtual option for meetings and work hours. Please note, your lab hours will likely not overlap with multiple people, so the in-person option is still relatively COVID safe.
9. What are the benefits of working in this lab?
At the RFY Lab you get hands on experience with research, get certified to handle data with CITI, and network with peers and Professors. This lab is a good opportunity to attend conferences with your own research, and be mentored by Dr. Glover.
We expect a 2 semester commitment at the minimum. You will have the option to stay on longer, if you'd like.
2. Is this a paid position?
Generally, undergraduate assistants are not paid. However, you may talk with Dr. Glover about getting institutional credit or payment through one of the many research-based programs at GSU (e.g. MARC, IMSD). Other opportunities for paid lab positions are expected in the Fall of 2024.
3. What is expected of assistants in the lab?
Undergrads are expected to work weekly. They learn to conduct literature reviews, add citations with Endnote, and are certified in CITI training. They also learn to read articles, basic data management and exposure to the research process (e.g., survey development, IRB, data analysis).
4. How many hours a week does the lab require?
A minimum of 6 hours is required. You can split this up throughout the week.
5. Is there an age or year requirement to join?
Anyone enrolled as an undergraduate or recent graduate (postbac) at GSU can apply.
6. Is there a major requirement?
No, however preference will be given to psychology majors or those in closely related fields.
7. Are there any prerequisites for joining the lab?
It benefits you to have taken specific classes (visible in the lab application form). We also look at the application form which asks for your GPA, your learning goals for the lab, and a reference.
8. Is this lab remote or in person?
This lab is located in the Urban Life Building. We primarily work in-person in the lab, but have a virtual option for meetings and work hours. Please note, your lab hours will likely not overlap with multiple people, so the in-person option is still relatively COVID safe.
9. What are the benefits of working in this lab?
At the RFY Lab you get hands on experience with research, get certified to handle data with CITI, and network with peers and Professors. This lab is a good opportunity to attend conferences with your own research, and be mentored by Dr. Glover.
If you're interested in applying to work as an Undergraduate Research Assistant in the RFY Lab, please click the button below and fill out the application!
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