Apr 17, 2012

Summer Volunteer Research Assistant positions in the Child Development Lab!

The Child Development Lab, under the direction of Dr. Nathan Fox, is seeking highly motivated students to assist with summer data collection for the Temperament Over Time study. We are investigating the endogenous (temperament, frontal EEG asymmetry, inhibitory control, and attention skills) and exogenous (patterns of mother-child interaction) factors associated with the development of regulated or unregulated social behavior from infancy through early childhood.

Qualifications:
For this VOLUNTEER position, we are seeking highly motivated students who have experience working with children and strong attention to detail to help run visits and collect behavioral data. We are looking for a commitment to 3 WEEKEND days/ month over the summer and continued commitment to the lab for the fall semester. In the fall, students may also assist with data entry and coding of behavioral data during weekday hours.

Requirements:
Minimum 3.0 GPA, 3 weekend days/month for June-August, commitment of summer and continued into the fall. Prereq: PSYC 200.

*NOTE: This is a volunteer opportunity. However, summer hours may be applied to fall research course credit*

How to Apply:
If interested, please send your resume and short paragraph explaining your interest in this position to Erin Shishilla at eshishil@umd.edu. For more info about this project, visit: http://www.education.umd.edu/EDHD/faculty/Fox/tots.php

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