Prospective Graduate Students
Max will be reviewing applications for the Psychological Science Master’s program in Spring 2027 for the 2027-2028 academic year. Finalists will be invited to a virtual interview.
For more information about UTC’s Psychological Science Master’s degree program and how to apply, please click here.
Prospective Research Assistants
We will not be accepting new undergraduate research assistants for the 2026-2027 calendar year.
What will I be expected to do?
- Research assistants are expected to commit to at least two semesters, with a weekly time commitment of up to 6 – 9 hours.
- Research assistants will help with a variety of tasks including but not limited to; conducting literature reviews, data collection, study design/pilot testing, data processing/analysis and the preparation of presentations and manuscripts.
Who Should Apply?
- Individuals who are intellectually curious and reliable.
- Individuals who have a high level of comfort using computers.
- If you have experience with any of the following computer programming languages or programs please be sure to mention it in the application: C++, Unreal Engine, Matlab, R, SPSS
- Individuals who are majoring in: Biology, Computer Science, Health and Human Performance, and/or Psychology
How Do I Begin the Application Process?
To apply for a position as a research assistant please contact Dr. T via email ([email protected])
If you wish to apply to the Department of Psychology’s Research Assistant practicum for course credit (PSY 4997r), please complete an additional form which may be found here.
Please note that applying for a research assistant position does not guarantee that you will be selected for it.
Selected applicants will be required to complete the Department of Psychology’s research assistant application regardless of whether you wish to get course credit for being a research assistant.
Prospective Honor’s Thesis Students
Max will consider advising undergraduate Honor’s Theses for students who have worked in lab as a research assistant for at least two semesters.

