Depression Treatment Laboratory
Students
The Depression Treatment Laboratory at the University of Southern California is devoted to training the
next generation of clinical scientists who are dedicated to the study and advancement of psychological
interventions. Please see answers to common questions below if you are interested in joining our lab.
Prospective Graduate Students
Will Dr. Ezawa be admitting a graduate student for this upcoming year?
Yes, Dr. Ezawa is planning to accept a graduate student to begin Fall 2024.
How do I apply?
If you are interested in applying, please apply through the USC Office of Graduate Admission. General information regarding the admissions process can be found here whereas more specific information regarding the clinical science program admissions process can be found here.
How do I know if I am a good fit for the Depression Treatment Lab?
The ideal applicant for our lab is one who has a passion for clinical science, interest in psychotherapy process and mood disorders research, a collaborative and productive work ethic, research experience, and a strong academic record.
What research projects is the Depression Treatment Lab currently working on?
You can learn more about our current research projects here. Graduate students in our lab will have opportunities to join current projects as well as design their own studies.
Can we meet to discuss potential research interests?
If you apply to our program and are selected by the admissions committee, you will be invited for an interview at which point you will have the opportunity to meet with Dr. Ezawa as well as other faculty and students in the program. If you have any questions about our lab prior to applying, Dr. Ezawa will be happy to answer them via email.
Yes, Dr. Ezawa is planning to accept a graduate student to begin Fall 2024.
How do I apply?
If you are interested in applying, please apply through the USC Office of Graduate Admission. General information regarding the admissions process can be found here whereas more specific information regarding the clinical science program admissions process can be found here.
How do I know if I am a good fit for the Depression Treatment Lab?
The ideal applicant for our lab is one who has a passion for clinical science, interest in psychotherapy process and mood disorders research, a collaborative and productive work ethic, research experience, and a strong academic record.
What research projects is the Depression Treatment Lab currently working on?
You can learn more about our current research projects here. Graduate students in our lab will have opportunities to join current projects as well as design their own studies.
Can we meet to discuss potential research interests?
If you apply to our program and are selected by the admissions committee, you will be invited for an interview at which point you will have the opportunity to meet with Dr. Ezawa as well as other faculty and students in the program. If you have any questions about our lab prior to applying, Dr. Ezawa will be happy to answer them via email.
Prospective Undergraduate Students
Is the Depression Treatment Lab currently recruiting undergraduate research assistants (RAs)?
We are not currently recruiting research assistants. However, check back soon as opportunities for undergraduate research assistants will be available in the near future.
How do I apply?
If you are interested in applying to volunteer as an RA, please email the following information to Dr. Ezawa: (1) your resume, (2) copy of your undergraduate transcript, (3) why you are interested in our lab, and (4) your availability.
What are the requirements to be an RA?
We require a consecutive two-semester commitment and a weekly 9-hour time commitment. The ideal RA for our lab is one who is interested in clinical psychology and research methods, has a collaborative and productive work ethic, and has taken research methods and statistics courses.
What are the primary responsibilities of an RA?
Responsibilities may include coding therapy sessions, entering data, conducting phone screens, running participants, conducting literature reviews, and preparing materials for ongoing studies.
We are not currently recruiting research assistants. However, check back soon as opportunities for undergraduate research assistants will be available in the near future.
How do I apply?
If you are interested in applying to volunteer as an RA, please email the following information to Dr. Ezawa: (1) your resume, (2) copy of your undergraduate transcript, (3) why you are interested in our lab, and (4) your availability.
What are the requirements to be an RA?
We require a consecutive two-semester commitment and a weekly 9-hour time commitment. The ideal RA for our lab is one who is interested in clinical psychology and research methods, has a collaborative and productive work ethic, and has taken research methods and statistics courses.
What are the primary responsibilities of an RA?
Responsibilities may include coding therapy sessions, entering data, conducting phone screens, running participants, conducting literature reviews, and preparing materials for ongoing studies.
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