Participate in Research

Graduate Students

The Neuroplasticity and Development laboratory welcomes applications from students interested in plasticity, development, concepts and language. If you are interested in joining the lab, please email Dr. Marina Bedny.

Summer Internship Opportunity for Blind and Visually Impaired Students

The Neuroplasticity and Development laboratory is accepting applications for summer research internship positions for 2023, from blind and visually impaired students who have an interest in cognitive psychology or neuroscience. Previous research experience is not necessary. To apply, please fill out the application form and email it to us along with your transcript at plasticity_lab@jhu.edu.

Research Assistants

The Neuroplasticity and Development laboratory welcomes applications for volunteer research assistants. Primary responsibilities will include: recruiting and scheduling study participants, testing participants (children and adults), and assisting with behavioral/MRI data analysis. The ideal candidate will have an interest in cognitive or developmental psychology, be self-motivated, organized and able to work well independently and in groups. Good communication and interpersonal skills are also essential. Programming experience is a plus (especially in MATLAB, Python, or shell scripting). Previous research experience is not necessary. Research Assistants register for 3 course credits per semester and are required to make a 2-semester commitment. Undergraduate research assistants work in the laboratory at least 10 hours per week and attend weekly lab meetings. To apply, please fill out the application form and email it to us along with your transcript at marina.bedny@jhu.edu.