We are recruiting undergraduate RAs with an interest in clinical science and developmental psychopathology!

As an RA in the ADHD and Development Lab, you will learn valuable skills in clinical research, including conducting interviews and testing with participants. By participating in the lab, you will also learn the literature related to the causal processes and psychological correlates of ADHD and related psychopathology across childhood, adolescence, and emerging adulthood. Working as an RA in the lab is excellent preparation for graduate school in clinical, counseling, or school psychology, medical school, as well as for advanced degrees in occupational therapy, genetic counseling, social work, labor and industrial relations, and human resources.  The lab is strongly committed to fostering an inclusive environment that respects the diverse perspectives of all members and to actively promoting collaborative learning.  Recent lab undergraduates have been successful in obtaining positions in PhD programs in clinical and counseling psychology in addition to admission to medical school, LMHC programs, and MSW programs.  We have also had students secure excellent post-bac research positions at Indiana University and Harvard Medical School. 

Below are the eligibility requirements and RA duties. Procedures for applying to be an RA in the Iowa ADHD and Development Lab are also detailed below.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

* Demonstrated strong interest in clinical psychology, psychiatry, or related field
* Current enrollment or completion of Introduction to Clinical Psychology (PSY 2301) and/or Research Methods I (PSY 2811) or equivalent
* Must be able to commit to 2 semesters or more
* Organized, detail-oriented individuals are strongly preferred!
If you are interested in working the lab but do not meet all of these requirements, please contact Dr. Nikolas directly.

RA DUTIES

* 6-10 hours per week (2 or 3 practicum credits)
* Duties involve conducting assessment visits with study participants, including diagnostic interviewing and neurocognitive testing
* Data entry and organization
* Attendance at weekly lab meeting (Fridays from 2:30-3:30pm in 369 PBSB)
* Read and discuss at least 1 article/week related to ADHD and child psychopathology

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

* Please complete our online application available here!
* Dr. Nikolas will contact you to schedule an interview