The Prevention Research Lab, operated by Dr. Keryn E. Pasch in the Department of Kinesiology and Health Education, is searching for summer undergraduate research assistants. Undergraduates research assistants (URAs) will work on a study, using eye-tracking technology and quantitative surveys, to better understand the influence of fast food television commercials on 350 children aged 2-11. URAs will help administer the study protocol with the children and parents, code and enter data, and assist with other research tasks as needed. Additional research opportunities such as literature searching, transcribing, and data summaries may be available.
REQUIREMENTS:
A flexible summer schedule with at least a four hour block of time available on at least three days a week is preferred. We will collect data on weeknights and weekends so availability on these days is also needed.
Willingness and ability to work with youth, a background check will be conducted.
Prior research experience is a plus but not necessary.
BENEFITS:
Hands-on experience with the research process, with an emphasis on the relationship between media and health outcomes among youth.
Bridging Disciplines or other research credit offered if you qualify – please let us know if you are considering BDP credit or other research credit when you contact us.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
If you are interested in joining the Prevention Research Lab as an undergraduate research assistant this summer, please contact the Prevention Research Lab (preventionresearchlab@gmail.com) for additional information or to set up an interview.