Jan 4, 2022

Paid Post-Bac Opportunities with Children's National Center for Autism and Spectrum Disorders!


The Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders (CASD) at Children’s National Hospital is seeking 
applications for full-time Research Assistants. Our research programs focus on improving outcomes for youth with autism and other developmental conditions. Research assistants work collaboratively on a variety of research projects. Our multidisciplinary faculty members work closely with research assistants 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. Depending on the project, and their own professional goals, research assistants will gain experience working directly with autistic youth, administering psychological measurements, preparing grants and developing manuscripts, managing and analyzing data, preprocessing neuroimaging data, engaging in community based randomized treatment trial.

Responsibilities:
-Full Time - 40 hours per week
-Participant Assessment
-Parent Interview
-Recruitment
-Data Management
-IRB Management

Qualifications:
-Bachelor of Science/Arts is required
-Background in psychology, biology, and/or health sciences is preferred
-Prior experience with research, statistics, and children is strongly recommended
-Previous experiences with autism and/or developmental conditions is highly desirable

Applications are due by January 31st, 2022. Review of applications will occur on a rolling basis and qualified applicants will be invited for virtual interviews (onsite visits can be arranged upon request).

How To Apply:
Complete the Application Form Materials to be uploaded to the portal by the applicant: • Cover letter addressing interests, goals, and perceived match to this position
• Curriculum Vitae
• Contact information for three references

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