Washington, D.C. – Psychology Job & Internship Opportunities

Research Coordinator for the ADHD & Learning Differences Program at Children’s National Hospital

April 29, 2024

The ADHD & Learning Differences Program is hiring up to two full-time clinical research assistant/coordinator positions to work with the director to coordinate federally funded research studies and community engagement activities. If you are interested in resilience, digital mental health interventions, and/or school/community implementation and looking for ways to prepare for graduate school, consider becoming … More Research Coordinator for the ADHD & Learning Differences Program at Children’s National Hospital

Research Assistant for the Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience Lab at American University

March 26, 2024

The Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory at American University in Washington DC, directed by Dr. Laurie Bayet (https://www.bayetlab.com/), is currently accepting applications for a full-time, benefits-eligible Research Assistant position, to assist on NSF and foundation-funded funded projects investigating infant visual cognition and social communication (e.g., NSF award # 2122961). The lab uses electro-encephalography (EEG), functional near-infrared spectroscopy … More Research Assistant for the Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience Lab at American University

Research Coordinator for LGBTQI+ Research Lab at Children’s National Hospital

February 7, 2024

Seeking applications for Advocacy Scholar and Research Coordinator positions Children’s National Hospital leads health-related research and advocacy for LGBTQI+ youth, including those who are neurodivergent. We are seeking applications from aspiring researchers (and clinicians) committed to cutting-edge LGBTQI+ research. One position will support research with intersex youth/youth with variations in sex traits, and another with … More Research Coordinator for LGBTQI+ Research Lab at Children’s National Hospital

Advocacy Scholar for the Gender and Autism Program at Children’s National Hospital

January 29, 2024

Seeking applications for Advocacy Scholar and Research Coordinator positionsChildren’s National Hospital leads health-related research and advocacy for LGBTQI+ youth, including those who are neurodivergent. We are seeking applications from aspiring researchers (and clinicians) committed to cutting-edge LGBTQI+ research. One position will support research with intersex youth/youth with variations in sex traits, and another with transgender … More Advocacy Scholar for the Gender and Autism Program at Children’s National Hospital

Full-Time Research Assistant Position Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory, Georgetown University

November 16, 2023

Job Description: A full-time position is available starting May/early June 2024 in the Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory (https://www.vaidyalab.com/) directed by Dr. Chandan Vaidya. The successful applicant will be responsible for coordinating and conducting research on executive control and learning in children. The lab manager will contribute to ongoing grant-funded studies and development of new research … More Full-Time Research Assistant Position Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory, Georgetown University

Clinical Research Assistant at The Center for Autism and the Gender Development Program at Children’s National Hospital

September 27, 2023

Title of Job/Internship:Clinical Research Assistant Description of Job/Internship:The Center for Autism and the Gender Development Program at Children’s National Hospital are seeking applications for full-time Research Coordinators. Our research programs focus on improving outcomes in young people, including:• Autism spectrum disorders and broader neurodiversity• Executive functioning and intervention development across the lifespan• Intervention implementation in … More Clinical Research Assistant at The Center for Autism and the Gender Development Program at Children’s National Hospital

Behavior Technician for Ally Behavior in Rockville, Beltsville, or Chantilly (VA)

September 26, 2023

Description of Job:Job Summary: Our Behavior Technicians will work to provide 1-on-1 Applied Behavior Analysis therapy to early learners with autism. Who We Are: Ally Behavior is a dynamic, fun, and rewarding place to work that offers superior growth and leadership opportunities in a supportive, engaging environment. We are a full-time, center-based, early intervention Applied … More Behavior Technician for Ally Behavior in Rockville, Beltsville, or Chantilly (VA)

Research Assistant Position for Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders at Children’s National Hospital

September 17, 2023

Responsibilities include clinical assessment, interviews, participant recruitment, data collection and management, and IRB protocol management. Depending on the project, and personal professional goals, research assistants will gain experience working with youth, administering psychological measurements, preparing grants and developing manuscripts, managing and analyzing data, and engaging in community-based randomized treatment trials. A Bachelor of Science/Arts is … More Research Assistant Position for Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders at Children’s National Hospital

Research Assistant Position to Support NSF-Funded Study of Science Curiosity and Visual Processing at American University, Washington DC

June 26, 2023

Overview: The Educational Neuroscience Laboratory at American University in Washington DC, directed by Dr. Emily Grossnickle Peterson (edspace.american.edu/edneurolab/), is currently accepting applications for a full-time, benefits-eligible Research Assistant position, to assist on the first 3 years of a 5-year NSF-funded project investigating the role of curiosity in visual processing (NSF award # 2239591). The position … More Research Assistant Position to Support NSF-Funded Study of Science Curiosity and Visual Processing at American University, Washington DC

Lab Manager for the Georgetown Early Learning Project at Georgetown University

May 3, 2023

Job overview The Lab Manager/Research Assistant 2 is engaged in recruiting and testing participants for a grant funded study looking at learning in monolingual and bilingual young children. They will be trained to run eye tracking and memory flexibility studies, to collect data in the field, and to work on the collaborative PLAY study. Once … More Lab Manager for the Georgetown Early Learning Project at Georgetown University

Clinical Research Coordinator at Center for Autism at Children’s National Hospital

April 20, 2023

The Division of Neuropsychology, Center for Autism at Children’s National Hospital have just received new major federal funding. We are seeking applications for full-time or part-time Research Assistants. Our research areas include:• Autism spectrum disorders and broader neurodiversity• Executive functioning and intervention development across the lifespan• Understanding and supporting transition to adulthood for autistic teens• … More Clinical Research Coordinator at Center for Autism at Children’s National Hospital

Postbac Position for the Gender and Autism Program at Children’s National Hospital

June 28, 2022

Position Available: Rocking Moon Research and Advocacy Scholar for Autistic Transgender Populations (Postbac, Post-Masters, or Postdoc level applicants welcome) The Gender and Autism Program at Children’s National is the first clinical and research initiative dedicated to the needs of autistic transgender individuals. The intersection of autism and gender diversity is common: ~11% of transgender/gender diverse … More Postbac Position for the Gender and Autism Program at Children’s National Hospital

Program Manager for Health and Human Services at the National Association of Counties

June 2, 2022

The National Association of Counties (NACo) announces an opening for a Program Manager for Health and Human Services. The Program Manager for Health and Human Services, sits in the Programs and Practices division of NACo’s Counties Futures Lab and helps to manage a portfolio of projects that aim to promote and foster county-level innovations nationwide. … More Program Manager for Health and Human Services at the National Association of Counties

Director of the Division of Children and Youth Policy in the Department of Health And Human Services

May 1, 2022

This position is located in the Department of Health And Human Services, Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation, headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia. As a Supervisory Social Science Analyst, you will serve as Director of the Division of Children and Youth Policy in the Office of Human Services Policy ASPE, and use your knowledge … More Director of the Division of Children and Youth Policy in the Department of Health And Human Services

Science and Publications Associate for the Society for Research in Child Development

April 16, 2022

The Society for Research in Child Development (SRCD) is seeking a motivated and organized individual to serve as a Science and Publications Associate. The Science and Publications Associate will be part of a small team dedicated to supporting and enhancing the research of our members and the scientific study of child development. The position reports directly to the Director for Science Affairs to implement and support programs, publications, committees and task forces, correspond with internal and … More Science and Publications Associate for the Society for Research in Child Development

Research Assistant for the Society for Research in Child Development

January 10, 2022

The Society for Research in Child Development (SRCD) is looking for a part-time research assistant to assist with grant reviews and management and database management. The position will focus on administration of grants as well as on current activities at SRCD aimed at diversification of the Society. The position will be for 20 hours/week and is … More Research Assistant for the Society for Research in Child Development

Publications Associate at the Society for Research in Child Development

December 26, 2021

The Society for Research in Child Development (SRCD) was established in 1933 by the National Research Council of the National Academy of Sciences. Our mission is to advance developmental science and promote its use to improve human lives. Its membership of more than 5,700 scientists is representative of the various disciplines and professions that contribute to … More Publications Associate at the Society for Research in Child Development

Policy Intern at the Society for Research in Child Development

December 26, 2021

The Society for Research in Child Development (SRCD) is one of the world’s leading scientificauthorities in the field of child development. Our mission is to advance the developmental sciencesand promote the use of developmental research to improve human lives. We are seeking atechnology-savvy, detail-oriented, energetic individual for an internship. SRCD seeks an intern to join … More Policy Intern at the Society for Research in Child Development

Senior Science Associate for the Society for Research in Child Development

December 17, 2021

The Society for Research in Child Development (SRCD) is seeking a motivated and organized individual to serve as a Senior Science Associate. The Senior Science Associate will be part of a small team dedicated to supporting and enhancing the research of our members and the scientific study of child development. The position reports directly to the Director for Science Affairs to implement and support programs, committees and task forces, correspond with internal and external stakeholders, and produce summaries and reports. … More Senior Science Associate for the Society for Research in Child Development

Lab Manager for Relational Cognition Lab at Georgetown University

December 15, 2021

The Georgetown Laboratory for Relational Cognition, directed by Dr. Adam Green, anticipates hiringa full-time lab manager to coordinate and conduct research on learning, reasoning, and creativity inhigh school students and young adults. The lab manager will contribute to ongoing large-scalegrant- funded projects and help in development of new projects. The preferred start date is lateMay/early … More Lab Manager for Relational Cognition Lab at Georgetown University

Research Assistant for Eye Tracking and Memory Flexibility in Children Projects at Georgetown University

September 12, 2021

Research Assistant (Part-time) for Department of Psychology, Georgetown College – Georgetown University The Research Assistant – in a part-time role – is involved in recruiting and testing participants for a new grant-funded study of monolingual and bilingual young children. They will be trained to run eye tracking and memory flexibility, studies and collect data in … More Research Assistant for Eye Tracking and Memory Flexibility in Children Projects at Georgetown University

Summer Internship with the American Association of People with Disabilities

September 11, 2021

The American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) is pleased to announce the application for the 2022 AAPD Summer Internship Program is now open! We aim to build a diverse cohort of students and recent graduates with disabilities who are interested in a 10-week paid summer internship program that focuses on building their careers, developing … More Summer Internship with the American Association of People with Disabilities

Lab Coordinator for Numeracy and Educational Neuroscience Lab at Gallaudet University

May 21, 2021

The Numeracy and Educational Neuroscience (NENS) Lab, part of the PhD in Educational Neuroscience (PEN) Program and the NSF Visual Language and Visual Learning Center (VL2) at Gallaudet University, is looking for a lab coordinator to join the team. The position is a one-year renewable position for up to 3 years based on performance and funding. … More Lab Coordinator for Numeracy and Educational Neuroscience Lab at Gallaudet University

Research Assistant for Early Learning Project at Georgetown University

May 21, 2021

Research Assistant, Department of Psychology – Georgetown College Georgetown’s Department of Psychology is home to a diverse and collaborative community of scholars who conduct research in psychology, neuroscience, and public policy, and who teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate level. Research by Faculty in the Department of Psychology – from basic science investigations of behavior and … More Research Assistant for Early Learning Project at Georgetown University

Research Assistant for Pediatric Sickle Cell Disease Project at Children’s National Hospital

May 5, 2021

Children’s National HospitalDivisions of Hematology, Oncology, & Blood and Marrow TransplantationOpening for 1 Clinical Research Assistant (anticipated start in June 2021) The Hem/Onc/BMT Pediatric Psychology team at Children’s National Hospital in Washington, DC is hiring 1 full-time clinical research assistant to join a highly collaborative and supportive team of faculty, research assistants, and fellows to … More Research Assistant for Pediatric Sickle Cell Disease Project at Children’s National Hospital

Program Assistant for Family Strengthening Projects at VPD Government Solutions

April 3, 2021

VPD Government Solutions is a rapidly growing, employee-centric professional services company providing Program Management, Agile IT Project Management, Business Analysis, Federal Acquisition Support Services and Facilities Investment Planning & Management Services to our Federal Clients. Our employees proudly serve as trusted advisors and innovative problem solvers for our clients. We are seeking a Program Assistant … More Program Assistant for Family Strengthening Projects at VPD Government Solutions

Research Assistants for Autism and Gender Development Projects at Children’s National Hospital

January 27, 2021

Employment Opportunity: Research Assistants The Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders (CASD) and the Gender Development Program at Children’s National Hospital are seeking applications for full-time Research Assistants. Our research programs focus on improving outcomes in young people, including: Executive functioning and intervention development across the lifespan Intervention implementation in school settings Cognitive phenotypes and sex/gender … More Research Assistants for Autism and Gender Development Projects at Children’s National Hospital

Internship at Pathways Behavioral Health

November 3, 2020

My name is Amber Shriver and I am the President at Pathways Behavioral Health. We are a mental health company based out of Washington D.C. which serves clients in Maryland, Washington D.C. and Virginia. Our caseload includes children with Emotional Disabilities, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Conduct … More Internship at Pathways Behavioral Health

Research Coordinator for Lab for Relational Cognition at Georgetown University

October 2, 2020

The Georgetown Laboratory for Relational Cognition, directed by Adam Green, anticipates hiring a research coordinator for an NSF-funded study of concept development and reasoning in real-world high school STEM education. Primary responsibilities will include interfacing with students and families as well as teachers and school administrators. Depending on level of interest, the research coordinator will … More Research Coordinator for Lab for Relational Cognition at Georgetown University

Early Childhood Postsecondary Education Program Manager at the National Black Child Development Institute

July 15, 2020

NBCDI EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Early Childhood Postsecondary Education Program Manager The National Black Child Development Institute (NBCDI) is excited to announce a new employment opportunity at the National office located in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. We are currently looking for an Early Childhood Postsecondary Education Program Manager to manage the day-to-day operations and implementation of … More Early Childhood Postsecondary Education Program Manager at the National Black Child Development Institute

Policy Assistant at the Society for Research in Child Development

July 15, 2020

Society for Research in Child Development Policy Assistant Position Description: The Society for Research in Child Development (SRCD) is a professional research society established in 1933 by the National Research Council of the National Academy of Sciences. SRCD is dedicated to serving as a respected source of scientific knowledge about human development and the application of … More Policy Assistant at the Society for Research in Child Development

Summer Research Assistant for Policy-Setting and Program-Operations Research Projects at The Lab @ DC

February 28, 2020

Summer 2020: The Lab @ DC Research Assistant The Lab @ DC is an applied research team that aims to weave an agile, scientific approach to policy-setting and program operations into the fabric of day-to-day governance. Using randomized evaluation, predictive modeling, resident-centered design, and analysis of administrative data, The Lab provides members of government and … More Summer Research Assistant for Policy-Setting and Program-Operations Research Projects at The Lab @ DC

Research Intern for Learner Variability Project at Digital Promise

February 11, 2020

Opportunity at Education Nonprofit – Washington, DC Research Intern, Learner Variability Project Digital Promise is an education nonprofit that works at the intersection of education leaders, researchers, and entrepreneurs and developers to improve learning. This posting is for a paid Research Intern position during Summer 2020 with the Learner Variability Project (LVP) at Digital Promise. The LVP team … More Research Intern for Learner Variability Project at Digital Promise

Lab Manager for Cognitive Recovery Lab at Georgetown University Medical Center

February 7, 2020

Lab Manager PositionCognitive Recovery LabPI: Peter Turkeltaub, MD, PhDCenter for Brain Plasticity and RecoveryGeorgetown University Medical CenterMedStar National Rehabilitation HospitalWashington, DC, USA The Cognitive Recovery Lab at Georgetown University and MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital (PI: Peter Turkeltaub) is seeking a Lab Manager to start in Spring 2020. The Cognitive Recovery Lab aims to understand how … More Lab Manager for Cognitive Recovery Lab at Georgetown University Medical Center

Research Assistant for Cognitive Neuroimaging Lab at Georgetown University

February 3, 2020

The Cognitive Neuroimaging Laboratory at Georgetown University Medical Center is seeking to hire one full time research assistant starting in late May or early June, 2020. Responsibilities include interviewing and scheduling subjects, conducting behavioral and neuropsychological tests, collecting MRI data, keeping track of data collection and quality, as well as general lab management, for example, … More Research Assistant for Cognitive Neuroimaging Lab at Georgetown University

Lab Manager for Laboratory for Relational Cognition Lab at Georgetown University

December 9, 2019

The Georgetown Laboratory for Relational Cognition, directed by Dr. Adam Green, anticipates hiring a full-time lab manager to coordinate and conduct research on learning, reasoning, and creativity in high school students and young adults. The lab manager will contribute to ongoing large-scale grant-funded projects and help in development of new projects. The preferred start date … More Lab Manager for Laboratory for Relational Cognition Lab at Georgetown University

Lab Manager for Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience Lab at Georgetown University

October 23, 2019

The successful applicant will be responsible for fMRI data collection, recruitment efforts, administrative duties, and day-to-day operation of the lab. Ongoing studies involve functional brain imaging in adults and children. The job requires fMRI data acquisition skills, exceptional organizational and multi-tasking skills, ability to interact with multiple personnel, supervision of undergraduates, high motivation and initiative, and ability … More Lab Manager for Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience Lab at Georgetown University

Lab Manager for Relational Cognition Lab at Georgetown University

September 27, 2019

The Georgetown Laboratory for Relational Cognition, directed by Dr. Adam Green, anticipates hiring a full-time lab manager to coordinate and conduct research on learning, reasoning, and creativity in high school students and young adults. The lab manager will contribute to ongoing large-scale grant- funded projects and help in development of new projects. The preferred start … More Lab Manager for Relational Cognition Lab at Georgetown University

Lab Coordinator for Numeracy and Educational Neuroscience Lab at Gallaudet University

July 25, 2019

GALLAUDET UNIVERSITY Laboratory Coordinator Numeracy and Educational Neuroscience Lab SUMMARY: The position is funded by an NSF grant on the impact of language modality on numerical cognition in children. The Lab Coordinator will assist the Director in running the lab activities to successfully accomplish the scientific goals of the project as well as NENS Lab … More Lab Coordinator for Numeracy and Educational Neuroscience Lab at Gallaudet University

Toddler Assessor Positions for AppleTree Institute for Education Innovation in DC

November 27, 2018

*Independent Contractor: Toddler Assessor Position* Please complete the online application (by clicking on this link) to apply. AppleTree Institute for Education Innovation is presently seeking temporary contracted early childhood assessors for the winter wave of its assessment program. AppleTree has established a reputation for excellence in the education of young children in the District of … More Toddler Assessor Positions for AppleTree Institute for Education Innovation in DC

Evaluation Support at the Research-to-Policy Collaboration

August 24, 2018

The Research-to-Policy Collaboration (RPC; research2policy.org) invites applications for a part-time Evaluation Support who will be contracted to support the qualitative evaluation of an approach for facilitating partnerships between researchers and congressional officials, which is thought to support policymakers’ use of research evidence. The Evaluation Support will collect in-depth qualitative data from researchers and congressional staff … More Evaluation Support at the Research-to-Policy Collaboration

Coordinator at the Research-to-Policy Collaboration

August 24, 2018

The Research-to-Policy Collaboration invites applications for a Coordinator who will be responsible for implementing the Research-to-Policy Collaboration (RPC), which is an approach for facilitating partnerships between researchers and congressional officials in ways that support policymakers’ use of research evidence. The coordinator is responsible for identifying congressional officials’ needs for research evidence related to child and … More Coordinator at the Research-to-Policy Collaboration

Evaluation Support at the Research-to-Policy Collaboration

July 28, 2018

Call for Applicants: Evaluation Support The Research-to-Policy Collaboration (research2policy.org) invites applications for a part-time Evaluation Support who will be contracted to support the evaluation of an approach for facilitating partnerships between researchers and congressional officials in ways that are thought to support policymakers’ use of research evidence. The evaluation involves a mixed-method randomized controlled trial … More Evaluation Support at the Research-to-Policy Collaboration

Content Development Manager at the American Psychological Association

July 26, 2018

Content Development Mgr, APA Style Job Details Description The Content Development Manager, APA Style is responsible for creation and development of content in the APA Style portfolio. The incumbent will conduct market research, identify market problems and solutions by working with prospective and current customers, analyze consumer feedback, assess the competitive landscape, and leverage the distinctive … More Content Development Manager at the American Psychological Association

Lab Manager in Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience Lab at Georgetown University

May 11, 2018

Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory Georgetown University, Washington, DC Research Technician – Lab Manager Full-time research technician position available starting immediately in the Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory (dcnl.georgetown.edu) directed by Chandan Vaidya. The successful applicant will be responsible for fMRI data collection, recruitment efforts, administrative duties, and day-to-day operation of the lab. Ongoing studies involve functional … More Lab Manager in Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience Lab at Georgetown University

Research Analyst at the Institute for Higher Education Policy

April 5, 2018

Research Analyst Apply for this Position The Institute for Higher Education Policy (IHEP) is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization committed to promoting access to and success in higher education for all students, with a special focus on underserved populations. Based in Washington, D.C., IHEP develops innovative, equity-centric policy- and practice-oriented research to guide policymakers and education … More Research Analyst at the Institute for Higher Education Policy

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