Family Involvement Laboratory (FIL)

Undergraduate 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 presentation. As an RA, undergraduates are exposed to research methodology and as the logistics of running a study. They become familiar with the administration of a protocol, and become accustomed to a rigorous research setting. UMD students can receive credit of EDHD 498 or 489. Permission of the instructor is required.

We are not currently accepting applications for new Undergraduate RAs. Please check this page next semester for information about any new openings.

Graduate Students

Students interested in pursuing a MA or PhD degree should apply to the Human Development program within the Department of Human Development and Quantitative Methodology. Please visit our department's website to learn more about degree options and application-specific information. The Human Development Program has two specializations that students can choose: Developmental Science and Educational Psychology. Dr. Cabrera is affiliated with the Developmental Science program, although students can be affiliated with both areas. 

Dr. Cabrera may or may not have openings for graduate students for the 2027–2028 academic year. Please email her at ncabrera@umd.edu with your CV to inquire about potential opportunities.