Join the BOLD Lab!

Undergraduate Research Assistants

The BOLD Lab enrolls motivated and enthusiastic undergraduate research assistants who can commit 9 hours a week in exchange for course credit. Our RAs participate in a wide range of research-related tasks, including running participants through experimental protocol, processing data, creating stimuli, reading articles, and generating research ideas. RAs who demonstrate independence are welcome to propose research projects or take on a leadership role in an ongoing project. RAs are expected to attend and contribute to biweekly lab meetings.  RAs typically receive course credit (PSY 498) for their time commitment in the lab.

To apply, complete the BOLD LAB RA application and email it to Dr. Canning at elizabeth.canning@wsu.edu. We will contact you to set up an informal interview. The BOLD lab will not be accepting applications Fall 2025-Spring 2026 while Dr. Canning is on sabbatical. New applications will be accepted for Fall 2026.

Prospective Graduate Students

Interested students should apply to the Experimental Psychology program through the WSU graduate school. The WSU Experimental Psychology graduate program offers a fully funded (tuition paid and stipend) five-year program. For more information on applying to the WSU PhD program in psychology please visit the FAQ page. Dr. Canning will be accepting new applications for enrollment in Fall 2026.