Full-Time Research Assistant Children's National Health System
Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders
The Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders (CASD) at Children’s National Health System is seeking
applications for a full-time Research Assistant. Our research program focuses on improving outcomes in autism, including:
-Understanding the gender spectrum in autism (sex differences and transgender youth)
-Executive functioning phenotyping and intervention development (from early childhood to
transition age)
-Addressing disparities in access to care
-Probing biomarkers of the above domains through neuroimaging
Research assistants at CASD work collaboratively on a variety of research projects, including intervention, phenotyping, and functional imaging research. Our multidisciplinary research faculty members all work closely with research coordinators to provide supervision on individual projects and mentorship for career goals. General responsibilities include clinical assessment, parent interviews, participant recruitment, data collection and management, and IRB protocol management. Additional training and experience in grant preparation, data analysis, neuroimaging preprocessing and analytics, and development of manuscripts is also available. Applicants for this position will need their own car as our research occurs at multiple locations that are not easily accessible with public transportation.
A Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts is required. A strong background in psychology, biology, and/or health sciences is preferred. Prior experience with research, statistics, and/or children with disabilities is strongly recommended. This position provides valuable experience and publication opportunities for candidates interested in pursuing degrees in psychology or medicine.
Applications are being accepted immediately for a spring/summer start date. We require at least a one-year commitment, but prioritize applicants who are interested in a two-year position. Salary is competitive. The Children’s National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.
Alyssa Verbalis, Ph.D., Clinical Research Program Lead
Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders
Division of Pediatric Neuropsychology
Children’s National Hospital
15245 Shady Grove Road, Suite 350
Rockville, MD 20850
autism@childrensnational.org
