Volunteer Research Assistant Positions with Children's National

Volunteer Research Assistant Positions with Children's National

Children’s National Hospital leads autism research related to gender, executive function intervention, transition to adulthood, and mental health. The program is seeking applications from aspiring researchers (and clinicians) who are committed to cutting-edge work using community-based, neurodiversity affirming, qualitative, and neuroimaging (EEG/ERP, fMRI) methods to improve quality of life for autistic people. Volunteer research scholars will have the opportunity to receive supervision and mentorship from our multidisciplinary faculty members, including Drs. Lauren Kenworthy, John Strang, Allison Ratto and Alan Gerber.

 
The volunteer positions offer unique opportunities for research, clinical, and advocacy experience. Publication opportunities may be available for candidates interested in pursuing degrees in psychology or medicine.

Responsibilities: 

-Research appointments with youth and their families
-Data collection and management
-Data entry
-Project dissemination

Qualifications:

-Ideal candidates will have a background in psychology, biology, and/or health sciences. Prior experience with research, statistics, and neurodivergent youth are helpful, but not required
-We encourage applications from bilingual (Spanish-English) applicants as well as from neurodivergent and gender-diverse individuals, and members of marginalized communities
-Remote work is available for some projects; a car may be necessary for involvement in some projects at our primary location in Shady Grove

How to Apply: Click here to apply: https://cri-datacap.org/surveys/?s=CNWH4448JHD8PFK3
Applications will be reviewed as they are received until the deadline of May 30th 2025.