Intern, SOM-Samsky Fellowship

Discover Your Career at Emory UniversityEmory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.DescriptionKEY RESPONSIBILITIES:The Louise and Brett Samsky Fellowship in Educational Science and Practice provides recent college graduates with the opportunity to spend two years engaged in a unique research-practice position within the Samsky Preschool. The preschool operates as both a school and a place of research and innovation on inclusive preschool education for children with and without autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Samsky fellows spend approximately half of their time directly engaging in preschool practice as a teaching assistant, and half of their time conducting associated research activities.Louise and Brett Samsky Fellows will lead a research project, from study design or data collection through analysis and publication of results. Over the course of two years, fellows will gain experiences with observational research methods, cutting-edge intervention research and implementation science approaches. Furthermore, they will gain in-depth practical experience through direct classroom responsibilities, as well as clinical work with children spanning the full autism spectrum. Fellows also complete an intensive summer training seminar covering clinical research in ASD (one week), ASD grand rounds meetings (twice a month), lab meetings (weekly) and ongoing didactic practica.Samsky Fellows are co-mentored by preschool directors and Emory research faculty and are involved in a highly active and productive community of clinical/educational research practitioners and scientists who study ASD. This fellowship aims to serve as a stepping stone for entry into the professional world of early childhood education, and/or doctoral programs in education, speech-language pathology or developmental/clinical psychology.Emory Supports a Diverse and Inclusive CultureEmory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322.Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week advance notice is preferred.Connect With Us!Connect with us for general consideration!Job Number 131100Job Type Regular Full-TimeDivision School Of MedicineDepartment SOM: Peds: Marcus CenterThis position may involve the following Health and Safety issues: Position involves clinical patient contact.Job Category Business OperationsCampus Location (For Posting) : City AtlantaLocation : Name Emory Campus-Clifton Corridor