Research Assistant Positions Prevention & Early Adversity Research Lab (PEARL)
Spring 2015 Semester
Description:
The Prevention & Early Adversity Research Lab (PEARL) is seeking undergraduate research assistants for the spring semester. The lab is currently conducting a study on at-risk pregnant women and their infants. The goal of the study is to understand how risk factors, such as prenatal depression, impact pregnant women and their infants. PEARL Research Assistants will participate in data collection, analysis, and interpretation. This is a great opportunity for students who are interested in pursuing graduate work in psychology, human development, intervention science, family science, community health, or related fields. Students will get exposure to research issues pertaining to the prenatal period, infancy, mothers, environmental risk, and African American families.
Responsibilities:
-10 hours per week (in exchange for 3 EDHD courses credits)
-Must be available to assist with off-campus home visits (at least a 3-hour block of time) on either Thursdays or Fridays. The remainder of the 10 hour requirement can be completed on campus anytime during the week.
Qualifications:
-Interest in learning about families and children vulnerable to environmental risks
-Understanding of/interest in learning about diverse cultural and family practices
How to Apply:
If interested please email your cover letter, resume, and unofficial transcript to Colleen Morrison at cimonaha@umd.edu
