Study Description: Students will serve as research assistants for Dr. Brenda Jones Harden, who is conducting evaluations of programs that aim to enhance the early social development of young children from low-income, ethnic minority and/or immigrant families. Spanish speakers are preferred but not necessary.
Responsibilities: Research assistants will help with data collection, recruit parents, schedule visits, attend lab meetings, & enter data. Depending on students’ interests, there will be opportunities to code and analyze data, conduct literature reviews, and participate in writing papers for publication. These apprenticeships are great opportunities for students who are interested in pursuing graduate work in the social sciences.
How to Apply: Please send your resume & unofficial transcript to Nicole Denmark (ndenmark@umd.edu).
