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Apply to the MPSI Predoctoral Fellows Program

Application Deadline May 28 

The Merrill Palmer Skillman Institute (MPSI) is actively seeking talented doctoral students with a strong interest in infant, child or adolescent development, especially within family or community contexts, for a one-year research training program. Our interdisciplinary program complements a student's PhD degree training in their home department and provides students with additional skills to pursue a research-related career in academic or other professional settings. Training FAQs. MPSI's Predoctoral Fellows receive: $1,500 per semester Intensive research mentorship Exposure to interdisciplinary perspectives Conference participation Professional development seminars Writing Accountability sessions to encourage productivity and hone skills MPSI Research Colloquia Series Interaction with national and international visitors.  New fellows join a strong cohort of students and faculty dedicated to improving the lives of infants, children, adolescents and families through developmental science research and education.  The deadline for applications is May 28, 2021. Click here for details and the application process. Please forward this announcement to others who may be interested and qualified.

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We look forward to hearing from you! Julie Wargo Aikins, Ph.D. Director of Training Merrill Palmer Skillman Institute MPSI also has opportunities for pre-Masters level students to become trainees in the program. These trainees enjoy many of the same benefits as predoctoral fellows but do not receive any funding. Contact Dr. Wargo Aikins for details.

Questions? julie.wargo.aikins@wayne.edu or 313-664-2547