Summer Research Assistant PositionUMBC
Pediatric Psychology Lab
Application deadline is March 25, 2018.
Description:
Under the direction of Lyn Dahlquist, Ph.D., the Pediatric Psychology Lab at UMBC has conducted numerous research projects in collaboration with hospitals throughout Baltimore and its surrounding suburbs. Current research includes studies regarding the impact of food allergy on the lives of children and their families and the use of virtual reality distraction for acute pain management in children. We also are interested in the effects of psychosocial interventions, such as mindfulness, on the experience of acute experimental pain. This summer research opportunity will be a unique opportunity to work with college students and children in the context of pediatric psychology and pain mechanisms. This is an unpaid opportunity. However, students may be able to receive college credit.Responsibilities:
-Recuritment
-Running Subjects
-Protocol Development
-Writing
-Editing
-Data Entry/Cleaning
-Preliminary Data Analysis
-Literature Reviews
Qualifications:
-Current or recent undergraduate
-Psychology or other relevant major
-Interest in working with children
-Interest in gaining more research experience
How To Apply:
Please submit a copy of your resume and a cover letter to umbcpedspsyc@gmail.com. If you have any questions, you can reach out to Tali Rasooly (class of 2011) at taliras1@umbc.edu.
