Open Positions

Undergraduate Students

We are accepting applications for the Spring 2026 semester.

Deadline to submit applications is Monday, 12/1 

When relevant, applications* must be sent to childfam@bu.edu 

The Child and Family Health Lab has a team of student researchers who play an integral role in the day-to-day conduct of our research studies.

Spanish speakers are encouraged to apply!

Requirements for Joining the Child & Family Health Lab

  • Interest in pursuing graduate education (e.g., Ph.D./Psy.D., M.D., M.P.H., M.A./M.S.W.)
  • Commitment of at least 8 hours per week to lab-related research activities (lab meeting attendance, transcription, and data cleaning/management, with the potential for a future additional independent project)
  • Commitment of two semesters to the lab (fall, spring, or summer)
  • Completion of the Experimental Design (PSY 211) and/or Statistics courses (preferred but not required)
  • Able to attend weekly lab meetings

*Complete applications must include a fully filled-out application form (in Word or PDF format) along with an updated resume or CV


Prospective Graduate Students (MA and PhD)

Dr. Long will NOT be accepting doctoral student applications for the 2026/2027 academic year.

For more information on applying to the doctoral program in clinical psychology, please visit http://www.bu.edu/psych/graduate/clinical/applying/.

For more information on applying to the master’s program in psychology, please visit http://www.bu.edu/psych/graduate/masters/apply/.