Volunteer

We are seeking committed, energetic, and motivated volunteers to join the IMPACT study. This study aims to enhance diagnostic and prognostic prediction for children with common forms of mental health disorders. If successful, this work has the capacity to dramatically improve the efficiency and efficacy of child psychopathology identification and care. Volunteers will work under the supervision of the Project Manager, and they will have direct contact with caregivers and their children ages 7-16.   

The volunteers must have a strong work ethic, good organizational skills and be able to work independently and as a part of a team. They should have experience working with children and parents and must have the ability to communicate in writing and conversation effectively.

For more information about our lab and the IMPACT Study see our website here: https://www.ohsu.edu/school-of-medicine/developmental-brain-imaging-lab

Nature and Scope:

The volunteers will have a great opportunity to participate in a project that will enhance their professional development in the field of Child Psychology and Behavioral Neuroscience research.

The volunteers will have the opportunity to participate in the following activities: 

  • Conduct study visits with youth and their caregivers including cognitive testing and administration of questionnaires
  • Learn how to conduct suicide risk assessments under supervision of study clinicians
  • Assist with study recruitment, answering questions about the study, and scheduling study visits
  • Attend research meetings led by the Principal Investigators and learn about other studies
  • Participate in the design of flyers and other resource materials 

Commitment Requirements: 

9 hours per week for 12 months. Experience in research is not a prerequisite; training will be provided. 

Eligibility: 

  • Must be at least a sophomore in college, or post bachelor's degree
  • Coursework in psychology, biological psychology, and developmental psychology is preferred/beneficial.
  • Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher.
  • Must have some availability to work remotely with private space for sensitive conversations and on campus in the daytime, evenings, and some Saturdays.
  • Please note: Thousands of people visit OHSU daily. Congestion reduction is vital for patients, neighbors, emergency access, and you. For this reason, parking for non-patients is limited and costs ~$15 for the day and many commuters use options such as transit, sharing a ride and biking. OHSU offers a subsidized TriMet pass for ~$50. 

How To Apply:

Interested individuals should contact Tosha Zaback at zabackt@ohsu.edu with a statement of interest, resume, and current availability. 

We are looking for volunteers to join the Adolescent Brain and Cognitive Development (ABCD) study for at least a year for 8 hours per week. This is an in-person position with tasks that need to be completed on-campus (OHSU Marquam Hill campus).

You will assist with administrative-related tasks for the project, including data entry and other general office duties in support of the goals of the study. You will also assist with study visits, including biological sample processing.

This is a great opportunity for individuals interested in pursuing graduate study in the field of Psychology, Clinical Psychology, and Behavioral Neuroscience.

Successful applicants will be self-starters, possessing a strong work ethic and the ability to operate independently, as well as in a team environment. Effectiveness in organizing tasks and setting priorities, multi-tasking, communicating regularly with staff, and the ability to be adaptable, creative, and a quick learner are all necessary. Evening and weekend availability will be needed during the academic year. 

For more information about our lab and research, please visit our related websites: ohsu.edu/dbil and abcdstudy.org

Commitment Requirements:  8 hours per week for 12 months.

Eligibility:

  • Must be a junior or senior in college, or post bac (or have exceptional qualifications)
  • Coursework in psychology, biological psychology, developmental psychology is preferred/beneficial.
  • Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0.
  • Must have some availability in the daytime, evenings, and some weekends.
  • Basic knowledge of computer application software (Excel) is preferred.
  • Ability to work on-campus
    • Please note: Thousands of people visit OHSU daily. Congestion reduction is vital for patients, neighbors, emergency access, and you. For this reason, parking for non-patients is limited and costs ~$15 for the day and many commuters use options such as transit, sharing a ride and biking. OHSU offers a subsidized TriMet pass for ~$50.

How To Apply:

Interested individuals should contact Rachel Flaherty at flahertr@ohsu.edu with a statement of interest, resume, and current availability.