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Attend Presentations

One way to get involved is to attend one or more of our regular presentations. Topics, times, and location are listed in our Schedule. These presentations are interactive with extensive audience participation. The talks take many forms, ranging from informal discussions of published papers, to research plans and work in progress, to practice job talks, to distinguished visiting speakers, to discussions of the philosophy of science or data analytic issues. For some examples, go to our Previous Presentations. Anyone interested in health, emotion, and relationships is welcome to attend.

Join HER Research Group

Another way to get involved is to formally join HER group as a research assistant, graduate student, visiting scholar or post-doc, or as an affiliated faculty member. More information on each option is below.

As an Undergraduate

Our success depends on the participation of bright and motivated research assistants. If you have a strong motivation to learn about empirical research and are reliable, with good organizational skills, we'd love to have you join our group. Hands-on experience is the best way to learn about how research works and to get the experience and recommendation letters necessary to pursue an advanced degree in the social sciences.

As a research assistant, you will be an active team member involved in all aspects of an ongoing research project. We conduct a variety of different kinds of research, including surveys, experimental laboratory based psychophysiology studies, qualitative interviews, and daily diaries (see our Projects page for more about what we do). Because of the amount of training necessary, you should be prepared to commit at least 9 hours per week for at least 2 semesters. Currently enrolled students can receive course credit. If all this sounds interesting, please contact Melissa Curran or Emily Butler to arrange an interview.

As a Graduate Student

The Family Studies and Human Development (FSHD) department at the University of Arizona (UA) offers a rigorous training program for students interested in careers in research, teaching, or applied domains relevant to families, relationships, or human development. Graduate students working with one of HER core faculty members have opportunities to pursue research on a variety of topics related to health, emotion, and relationships. You will be able to take advantage of a wide range of resources supporting both laboratory and field based studies, including a fully equipped psychophysiology lab, technological support for conducting Internet based studies, and an intensive curriculum in advanced statistical methodologies. In addition, we are associated with the Frances H. McClelland Institute for Children, Youth, and Families (ICYF) which facilitates multidisciplinary research and outreach on critical issues facing children, youth, and families. Overall, the University of Arizona offers an outstanding intellectual community, with active interdisciplinary collaborations across campus and a dedication to providing excellence in research, teaching, and outreach.

Application materials for the UA FSHD program are available on the department website. Feel free to contact one of HER core faculty to discuss your application (Emily Butler or Melissa Curran).

As a Post-doc or Visiting Scholar

If you are interested in some of our projects or have some ideas that you would like to collaborate on, please get in touch with Melissa Curran or Emily Butler. The UA FSHD department, and Tucson more broadly, offer a wonderful intellectual, social, and physical environment to support creative and scholarly productivity. It's especially wonderful here in the winter when it's snowing everywhere else!

As an Affiliated Faculty Member

If you are a faculty member and would like to collaborate with our research group, please get in touch! ( Emily Butler or Melissa Curran). We would be delighted to expand our core faculty both with members from the UA and with colleagues from other universities.

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	Getting Involved
	Attend Presentations One way to get involved is to attend one or more of our regular presentations. Topics, times, and location are listed in our Schedule. These presentations are interactive with extensive audience participation. The talks take many forms, ranging from informal discussions of published papers, to research plans and work in progress, to practice job talks, to distinguished visiting speakers, to discussions of the philosophy of science or data analytic issues. For some examples, go to our Previous Presentations. Anyone interested in health, emotion, and relationships is welcome to attend. Join HER Research Group Another way to get involved is to formally join HER group as a research assistant, graduate student, visiting scholar or post-doc, or as an affiliated faculty member. More information on each option is below. As an Undergraduate Our success depends on the participation of bright and motivated research assistants. If you have a strong motivation to learn about empirical research and are reliable, with good organizational skills, we'd love to have you join our group. Hands-on experience is the best way to learn about how research works and to get the experience and recommendation letters necessary to pursue an advanced degree in the social sciences. As a research assistant, you will be an active team member involved in all aspects of an ongoing research project. We conduct a variety of different kinds of research, including surveys, experimental laboratory based psychophysiology studies, qualitative interviews, and daily diaries (see our Projects page for more about what we do). Because of the amount of training necessary, you should be prepared to commit at least 9 hours per week for at least 2 semesters. Currently enrolled students can receive course credit. If all this sounds interesting, please contact Melissa Curran or Emily Butler to arrange an interview. As a Graduate Student The Family Studies and Human Development (FSHD) department at the University of Arizona (UA) offers a rigorous training program for students interested in careers in research, teaching, or applied domains relevant to families, relationships, or human development. Graduate students working with one of HER core faculty members have opportunities to pursue research on a variety of topics related to health, emotion, and relationships. You will be able to take advantage of a wide range of resources supporting both laboratory and field based studies, including a fully equipped psychophysiology lab, technological support for conducting Internet based studies, and an intensive curriculum in advanced statistical methodologies. In addition, we are associated with the Frances H. McClelland Institute for Children, Youth, and Families (ICYF) which facilitates multidisciplinary research and outreach on critical issues facing children, youth, and families. Overall, the University of Arizona offers an outstanding intellectual community, with active interdisciplinary collaborations across campus and a dedication to providing excellence in research, teaching, and outreach. Application materials for the UA FSHD program are available on the department website. Feel free to contact one of HER core faculty to discuss your application (Emily Butler or Melissa Curran). As a Post-doc or Visiting Scholar If you are interested in some of our projects or have some ideas that you would like to collaborate on, please get in touch with Melissa Curran or Emily Butler. The UA FSHD department, and Tucson more broadly, offer a wonderful intellectual, social, and physical environment to support creative and scholarly productivity. It's especially wonderful here in the winter when it's snowing everywhere else! As an Affiliated Faculty Member If you are a faculty member and would like to collaborate with our research group, please get in touch! ( Emily Butler or Melissa Curran). We would be delighted to expand our core faculty both with members from the UA and with colleagues from other universities.