Undergraduate students can join the Couples Research Lab as research assistants (RAs). RAs help with recruiting participants, collecting and analyzing data, and helping present and publish results. The benefits of being an RA include gaining experience in designing and conducting research, learning more about psychology, and obtaining a letter of recommendation for future endeavors. Advanced RAs also have the opportunity to conduct independent research. All research assistants receive training in research ethics as well as in their specific duties and will receive 1-3 course credits per semester. An interview is required before enrolling as an RA.

If you are interested in becoming an RA in the Couples Research Lab, please contact Dr. Rowe at lsimpson@smu.edu.