The AWL is dedicated to better understanding how the socioemotional and neurobiological changes associated with aging impact decision making. Using basic and translational scientific research studies, our ultimate goal is to promote health and wellbeing across adulthood. More information about the lab’s research can be found on our Research page.
Prospective members can learn more about our lab’s culture and expectations in our lab manual.
We’re Hiring a Lab Manager/Research Assistant
Primary responsibilities include (1) assisting with the design and implementation of behavioral, eye-tracking, and fMRI experiments, (2) recruitment and testing of human subjects, (3) coordinating and training research assistants, and (4) preprocessing and analysis of experimental data.
Job qualifications include a BA or BS in psychology, neuroscience, behavioral economics, data science, or a related field. Strong applicants from other fields may be considered. Excellent organizational, time management, problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills are required.
Preferred qualifications include prior experience with experimental design, programming of behavioral tasks, human subject data collection, and data analysis. Technical skills (e.g. Python, R, Unix) are also highly desired, but not required. Prior experience managing teams of people and/or an interest in psychological and neurobiological changes across adulthood is also a plus.
To apply: Complete and submit the application by May 2: https://jobs.utdallas.edu/postings/29116
Questions about the position may be directed to Dr. Kendra Seaman (Kendra.Seaman@utdallas.edu).
Please do not email applications directly to Dr. Seaman.
Prospective PhD Students
The Aging Well Laboratory (AWL) at The University of Texas at Dallas (PI: Kendra Seaman) is seeking applications from prospective graduate students for Fall 2025. If interested, please email Dr. Seaman directly.
Prospective Master’s Students
The AWL reviews applications submitted to UTD’s Student Research website. Our review process for Fall begins in April, and our review process for Spring begins in October.
Please only use the Student Research website and do not email Dr. Seaman or the lab directly.
Prospective Undergraduate Students
The AWL reviews applications submitted to UTD’s Student Research website. Our review process for Fall begins in April, and our review process for Spring begins in October.
Please only use the Student Research website and do not email Dr. Seaman or the lab directly.