Hematology and Oncology at Children's National 
Hospital is recruiting research assistant volunteers to assist with studies involving children and adolescents with sickle cell disease, cancer, and those undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplants.
The lab's NIH- and foundation-funded research examines behavioral, psychological, and neurocognitive effects of pediatric chronic diseases and associated treatments, as well as novel behavioral and cognitive interventions. Mentorship and career-enhancing opportunities (e.g., co-authorship on abstracts and publications, networking) will be provided. Past volunteers have been successful in obtaining full-time, paid research assistant positions and/or matriculating into clinical psychology Ph.D. programs.
-Data collection and management
-Interviews with families
-Medical chart reviews
-Administration of questionnaires and cognitive assessments
-Contribute to posters and manuscripts
-Scheduling study visits with families
-Interest in working with children and families
-Experience with psychological or social research
-Commitment to clinical research ethics
-Commitment to promoting cultural humility and health equity
Responsibilities:
-Participant screening and recruitment-Data collection and management
-Interviews with families
-Medical chart reviews
-Administration of questionnaires and cognitive assessments
-Contribute to posters and manuscripts
-Scheduling study visits with families
Qualifications/Requirements:
-Strong written and verbal communication skills-Interest in working with children and families
-Experience with psychological or social research
-Commitment to clinical research ethics
-Commitment to promoting cultural humility and health equity
How To Apply:
Interested applicants should send a resume/CV and cover letter to Dr. Steven Hardy at SJHARDY@childrensnational.org
