Research Positions
We are recruiting new members of the Cognitive Flexibility Lab, run by Dr. Nicholas Cepeda (ncepeda at yorku dot ca). Our lab is located at York University, in Toronto.
Our Current Research
- Educational applications of cognitive psychology (in particular, spacing and testing effects; see publications)
- Effects of musical training on cognitive flexibility and academic achievement (funded by SSHRC)
- Effects of meditation training on cognitive ability
- Effects of nutritional intake on cognitive ability
Open Positions
- There are no open positions at this time.
Qualifications
- Bright
- Curious
- Self-motivated
- Team player
- Excellent communication skills
- Programming (Java, php, C/C++, etc.), event-related potential (ERP), and eye tracking skills are a bonus, but not required
Undergrad Applicants
Please send the following to ncepeda at yorku dot ca
- Unofficial transcript
- Desired position (honours thesis, independent study, or volunteer)
- Preferred research topic area(s) (see list at top, or propose a related topic area)
- Your goals for the position
- Your post-university goals
- Names of references
- Our hiring decisions are based on a combination of factors, including your ability to cogently discuss your desired topic area(s) during an interview
- Preference will be given to students who can spend at least two years in the lab
Graduate Applicants
- Please refer to the following pages
- Developmental and Cognitive Processes research area
- Application procedures page
- On your application, you must choose DCP as your first choice of area. In your statement, you should indicate a desire to work with Dr. Nicholas Cepeda.
- Applicants who contact me in advance of applying for the graduate program are more likely to receive serious consideration.
- If your major area is not psychology, you must contact Dr. Nicholas Cepeda, so that your application is properly forwarded by the graduate office.
Post-Doctoral Applicants
Please contact me, and we can discuss funding possibilities.