Family Involvement Laboratory (FIL)
Recruiting for Fall 2025
Prospective 91大神 Students
Undergraduate Research Assistants (RAs) play a crucial role in the Family Involvement Lab. Students are involved in many aspects of data collection, behavioral coding, analysis, scientific writing and communication, as well as marketing. As an RA, undergraduates are exposed to research methodology and as the logistics of running a study. They become familiar with HIPAA, the administration of a protocol, and become accustomed to a rigorous research setting.
If you are interested in working for research credit or volunteering in the Family Involvement Laboratory, please email Pinar at rpkaran@umd.edu your resume/CV and an unofficial transcript to schedule an interview with you regarding your interests and what projects you will be involved in. Students can receive credit by taking 3 credits of . Permission of the instructor is required.
Prospective Graduate Students
Students interested in pursuing a MA or PhD degree should apply to the Human Development program within the . Please visit our to learn more about degree options and application-specific information. The Human Development Program has two specializations that students can choose: and . Dr. Cabrera is affiliated with the Developmental Science program, although students can be affiliated with both areas. Students interested in working with Dr. Cabrera or who have questions about the program should contact her directly at ncabrera@umd.edu