Research Interns in Clinical Psychology (20%)
Research Interns in Clinical Psychology (20%)
P.O. BOX
6002 LUZERN
T +41 41 229 50 30
The Division of Clinical Psychology (Prof. Andrew Gloster) of the University of Lucerne investigates
determinants and interventions of mental health across various settings, age groups, and target
populations. Our focus is on the personalization of interventions, within a transdiagnostic framework.
Methodologically, we utilize digital interventions, clinical trials, as well as ambulatory and experimental
methods.
As of 1 November, or by agreement, we are looking for two
Research Interns in Clinical Psychology (20%)
As an intern, you will be an active member of our research team and contribute to ongoing research
projects. Your tasks include supporting the planning and implementation of empirical studies, such as
preparing study materials, recruiting participants, or preparing, collecting, and managing data.
You will work on one or both of the following research projects:
Project 1 – Therapy processes across psychotherapeutic approaches: This project investigates
which psychological processes (e. g. affect, cognition, motivation) are targeted across different
psychotherapeutic approaches (e. g Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment
Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy). The aim is to gain a better understanding of which
psychological processes therapists focus on during psychotherapy sessions, whether this differs
between different psychotherapy approaches, and how these processes align with commonly used
outcome measures in psychotherapy research. As an intern, you will prepare psychotherapy transcripts
and support their analysis using AI-based methods to identify and compare the processes. You will
assist in the preparation, review, and interpretation of data, gaining insight into various stages of
research.
Project 2 – Psychological flexibility and prosocial behavior under stress: This project investigates
whether brief interventions promoting psychological flexibility can buffer the effects of acute physical,
emotional, or social stress on prosocial behavior. Participants complete a brief intervention or control
task, are exposed to one of several stress conditions, and subsequently take part in an economic
decision-making task. As an intern, you will support study preparation, participant recruitment, data
collection, and data management, and may also conduct the brief psychological flexibility interventions
with participants.
Requirements:
⪠Started studies in psychology
⪠Interest in clinical psychological theory and its application
⪠Interest in research methodology and statistics
⪠Good English and German skills
⪠High dependability, conscientiousness, and ability to work independently
⪠Strong willingness to learn and good communication skills
⪠A prosocial, team player, with very good people and organizational skills
What we offer:
⪠Insight into clinical research and the planning and execution of scientific studies
⪠Insight into the organization of a university department
mailto:personaldienst@unilu.ch
⪠Gaining initial experience in scientific research
⪠Flexible working hours
⪠Facilitation to national and international networks
Please be aware that no financial compensation is provided for this internship.
In the interest of increasing the proportion of women in research and teaching at the University of
Lucerne, applications from women are expressly encouraged.
Please submit your application (Motivation letter, CV) via email to julia.schmid@unilu.ch.
Applications will be accepted until October 15, 2026, or until the position is filled. Interviews will
be conducted on an ongoing basis.
For further information, please contact Dr. phil. Julia Jeannine Schmid, +41 41 229 57 46,