The Context Lab

Are you passionate about understanding whole-child development and the contextual influences that shape it? The Context Lab is looking for highly motivated students to join our dynamic team!

We study contextual influences on whole-child development through various research designs and models, which include primary data collection and secondary data analyses. Our current projects delve into the etiology of mental health and academic achievement outcomes for youth, providing a rich environment for learning and research.

What We Offer:

  • Engaging Research Projects: Participate in research that explores key contextual factors that influence the etiology of developmental outcomes.
  • Hands-On Experience: Gain practical experience in data collection, data entry, and research writing support.
  • Academic Credit: Commit to 3 credit hours for the lab for at least 3 consecutive semesters.

Who We’re Looking For:

  • Dedicated Students: We welcome students who are enthusiastic about research and can commit to our lab’s schedule.
  • Male DIS Participants: We are particularly interested in recruiting a male student for a memory study.
  • Open to All*: While we have a specific need, we encourage all interested students to reach out to us for potential positions.
  • *Must have completed Research Methods and Child Psychology, and must be able to commit to 3 credit hours (9 lab hours weekly).

How to Apply:

If you’re interested in contributing to our research and gaining valuable experience, please complete this survey: https://fsu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3fSDCIufiM66ImO. You can also email us at: contextlab@psy.fsu.edu if you have questions. We look forward to potentially having you join our team and make significant contributions to our ongoing projects!

For more information about the Context Lab and our research, visit: https://contextlab.wixsite.com/context-lab.


Program
Developmental
Organization
Faculty Mentor(s)
Research Area

Exploring the intersection of environment, genetics, and context, and their impact on academic achievement, physical health, and mental health development.