The Learning Research and Development Center (LRDC) has been awarded a National Science Foundation Research Experience for Undergraduates grant entitled "REU Site: Training in the Learning Sciences". This program seeks to promote broader participation in training in the Learning Sciences.
REU students gain experience in the Learning Sciences (research on instruction and learning) by working on projects with faculty members who specialize in this area. Interns may also work with advanced graduate students or postdoctoral fellows in the faculty members' labs.
Faculty have primary appointments in the Department of Psychology, and the Schools of Education, Law, and Computing and Information. This program is most appropriate for students who will be entering the second year of undergraduate study, but students entering the third or fourth year will be considered. No previous research experience is required. A stipend and on campus housing will be provided. Interns will be expected to devote up to 37.5 hours/week to the position. Students must be U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, or permanent residents of the United States.
This program will provide valuable experience for students who intend to apply for graduate programs and will include professional development seminars run by the program co-directors, other faculty, and LRDC graduate students. We especially welcome applications from students who are interested in applying to one of our PhD programs. Professional development programs include topics such as applying to graduate school, writing a research statement, writing a CV, the imposter phenomenon, stereotype threat, and presenting research.
The program concludes with a poster session at which the program participants present what they have learned to the entire LRDC.
Each month, the OSU COM admissions office hosts an open Q&A session (kind of like office hours) for those who are applying or interested in applying to the MD program. These hour-long, virtual sessions don’t have a formal presentation – they are designed to allow candidates to pop in and out to get any questions they have answered.
View the upcoming dates and sign up to attend!
You will be contacted within one week of the Q&A session with instructions to join the Zoom meeting.
The Marcus Autism Center, in conjunction with the Emory University School of Medicine and Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, is offering three fellowships. Students who will receive a bachelor's degree by June 2026 will be eligible for the positions. The fellowships will commence in July 2026, and they are 2 years in duration. Students can find further details on Emory University's website.
Fellowships:
The ACCESS Fellowship in Implementation Science will select fellows for a two-year training in research focused on community engagement participatory methods, translating evidence-based services for autism into community settings, as well as the processes and partnerships that support these efforts.
The Cohen Fellowship in Developmental Social Neuroscience will involve cutting-edge social neuroscience and/or neuroimaging research in infants, toddlers and adolescents. Fellows will work to further the understanding of autism through eye-tracking research, guiding a project from the point of data collection to publication of results.
The Simons Fellowship in Computational Neuroscience will involve integrating computational strategies with clinical research goals. Fellows will develop methods for the analysis of visual scanning and eye-tracking data, computational models of visual salience, and data visualization techniques, all with the aim of advancing the understanding of autism and efforts at early diagnosis.
I am writing on behalf of Dr. Meghan Butryn at Drexel University. Dr. Butryn is hiring a full-time research coordinator to begin in the summer of 2026 to assist with two NIH-funded clinical trials investigating interventions related to 1) dietary intake for cancer prevention, and 2) uptake of evidence-based treatments for obesity. This position will provide high quality research training for recent college graduates wishing to pursue graduate study in clinical psychology or a related field. Detailed job description
Interested applicants should apply using this link. The application deadline is January 31, 2026.
Any questions about this position can be directed to me at hs988@drexel.edu.
The Yale Fellowship in Translational Developmental Neuroscience at the Yale Child Study Center and Cogstate is recruiting highly qualified students for an intensive joint pre-doctoral fellowship for current graduates or graduating seniors interested in a combined clinical and research career in autism intervention. The position will commence July 2026.
Position Description
The Yale Child Study Center is a leading institution in autism research. Cogstate is an independent science company that supports clinical trials. The Yale Child Study Center and Cogstate have developed a collaborative partnership to support clinical trials in pediatric and developmental disability populations.
The Yale Child Study Center provides fellows the opportunity to shadow weekly developmental disability clinic rounds, attend Child Study Center Grand Rounds, as well as other departmental Grand Rounds lectures in the School of Medicine in addition to their clinical and research responsibilities. The fellows will be involved in industry-sponsored pharmaceutical trials at Cogstate and gain experience with clinical trial design and methodology, clinician trainings, management of cognitive and behavioral assessments, and statistical approaches.
The fellowship is one year in duration; a second year of employment is conditional on progress made in the first year. The fellowship combines elements of experiential learning with supervision, self-directed learning, and shadowing. The primary training experience will be training and experience in Pivotal Response Treatment, an evidence-based treatment for children with ASD. The postgraduate fellow, under the supervision of Dr. Ventola, will hold both clinical and research responsibilities. The fellows will be trained in Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT); an empirically validated behavioral intervention for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). They will then be primary PRT clinicians for children with ASD, under the supervision and mentorship of a licensed psychologist. The fellows will also conduct standardized psychological assessments with children and complete a variety of parent interviews. Lastly, fellows will be involved in direct research within the laboratory using fMRI, EEG, and eye-tracking measures.
Under Dr. Ventola’s mentorship, selected applicants will be expected to guide a predetermined project of research from the point of data collection through analysis and presentation of results. Successful candidates will have a high degree of initiative and independence with strong organizational and interpersonal skills. They must have the ability to work effectively with many types of people across different settings while juggling multiple tasks. Flexibility, endurance, and attention to detail are also essential qualities. Fellows starting salary will be $44,400/year.
Eligibility Requirements
Eligible candidates are college graduates who will have obtained a bachelor's degree by July 2026. While previous relevant experience is preferred, applicants from a wide variety of backgrounds are encouraged. U.S. citizenship is not a requirement of the fellowship.
Please note that this fellowship is not offered concurrently with graduate studies. However, we do hope that the fellowship will serve as an important stepping-stone towards future medical or graduate studies.
Application Information
For more specific questions, interested applicants should contact Dr. Pamela Ventola (pamela.ventola@yale.edu). Electronic submissions are preferable. A complete application includes 1 copy of each of the following items:
- Resume or CV
- Transcript, undergraduate and graduate (if applicable)
- A 2-page personal statement containing biographic material, relevant experience, and career goals - can be single or double spaced
- One letter of recommendation should be emailed to pamela.ventola@yale.edu. The recommender should include the applicant's full name in the subject line.
Interested students should send their CV, personal statement, and transcript to Pamela Ventola (pamela.ventola@yale.edu) by 2/15/26.
Questions regarding the Yale Fellowship in Translational Developmental Neuroscience may be directed to Pamela Ventola (pamela.ventola@yale.edu).
The LGBTQIA+ and Neurodiversity Research Collaborative is hiring! Seeking applications from post-bac researchers.
The LGBTQIA+ and Neurodiversity Research Collaborative at Children’s National conducts rigorous, interdisciplinary research to advance LGBTQIA+ youth and adult health and wellbeing, with a particular emphasis on the intersection of LGBTQIA+ identities and neurodivergence. We seek applications from aspiring researchers (and clinicians) who are motivated to contribute to high-impact LGBTQIA+ research.
Current research areas include variations in sex characteristics (VSC)/intersex, LGBTQIA+ youth development, and psychometric measure development. Our work draws on a range of established methodologies, including genetics, longitudinal designs, neuroimaging, mixed methods, and cross-national approaches. This position offers intensive research training and publication opportunities for candidates considering future study in psychology, medicine, or related fields. Trainees work closely with Dr. John Strang and a multidisciplinary faculty team, receiving project-specific supervision alongside broader mentorship tailored to individual career goals. A strong background in psychology, biology, health sciences, and/or statistics is preferred. The position start date is flexible. This is an in-person position in the Washington DC area.
Questions? Email Megan Knauss (mknauss@childrensnational.org)
Posted: 12.22.25
The Student Wellness Center will begin our Autumn 2025 Coaching Services on Tuesday September 2nd! We know the semester can present a number of challenges for students and our services are designed to support student success. As a reminder, we house 4 peer coaching programs each with a different goal:
- Scarlet and Gray Financial Coaching - For students looking for support on financial education and behaviors. Common topics include budgeting, baking, credit and credit cards, saving for purchases and emergencies, investing and retirement, and financial insecurity.
- Nutrition Coaching - Helps students explore their eating habits, find balance, and meet their nutrition needs through personalized education and collaborative goal setting.
- Wellness Coaching - Supports students with identifying opportunities for improving their holistic wellness in all dimensions. Commons areas of support include relationships, academics, stress, transitions, and balance in different settings.
- BASICS/CASICS - These programs are offered for all Ohio State students who may want to explore their alcohol and drug use, but the goal of the program is to reduce risky behaviors and harmful consequences of alcohol or cannabis abuse.
Our services are offered Monday-Friday during SWC business hours - appointments are 45-minutes long and students can see a coach within 48-hours. We are also excited to be sharing space in the Buckeye Commons with opportunities for drop-in coaching - information will be shared soon! Students can get connected with appointments on the SWC website.