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AVAILABLE POSITIONS

Current Opportunities in the CONGAlab

Graduate Students

2026-2027 Admission

Dr. Orr will be reviewing applications submitted in Fall 2025 to begin the program in Fall 2026.

We accept applications to the Psychology PhD Program (Cognition & Cognitive Neuroscience Training Area) as well as the Neuroscience PhD Program. Students with an interest in executive function, reward-based decision making, and/or effort and motivation are encouraged to apply. While prior experience with R, python, or matlab is a plus, anyone that demonstrates an ability to learn independently will be considered.

Research Assistants

Fall 2026

The application for Fall 2026 will open during preregistration.

We typically have multiple openings for NRSC/PBSI 491 each semester. Students should have 6-12 hours per week that they can dedicate to research activities. We review applications during pre-registration. Click 'Join Us' below to apply.

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Tasks:

  • Research assistants will perform a variety of tasks based on interests and prior experience.

  • Possible tasks include: coding and analyzing questionnaires, administering computerized experiments, setting up neuroscience experiments, escorting participants to the brain imaging center, performing literature reviews, performing quality control of behavioral and brain data, coding behavioral tasks, and writing analysis scripts.


Qualifications:

  • We are looking for motivated students with excellent communication and organizational skills.

  • Students should ideally have a GPA of at least 3.5 with an A in Statistics and Methods.

  • Preferred, but not required, qualifications include programming experience and strong math skills.

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