Join Us in Supporting Children and Families

At the Child Health Research Center, we believe lasting change starts with strong connections—to families, professionals, and communities. Whether you're a parent, educator, clinician, advocate, or researcher, there are many ways to get involved and help shape a healthier future for children.

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Community Advisory Board

Early childhood and elementary educators, child advocates, parents, and pediatric clinicians form our Community Advisory Board. Our board members provide us with valuable guidance so that our research remains relevant and responsive to the needs of families and communities.

Are you interested in learning more or becoming a member? Let us know!

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Participate in our Research

We invite families to take part in meaningful research.

Passionate experts oversee each of our projects, which are focused on topics related to child development, mental health, nutrition, and family wellness.

By participating, you can help scientists better understand what children and families need to live their healthiest lives and play a role in creating real change in healthcare, education, and community systems

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Job & Training Opportunities

As our center grows, initiates new research projects, and expands community engagement programs, our staffing needs may periodically change.

If you're interested in joining our team and helping to transform child and family wellbeing through transdisciplinary research and community engagement, explore our center's open positions.

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Affiliates & Partners

We're seeking to expand our partnerships, including: community agencies, clinicians, child advocacy organizations, early childhood education programs, behavior health services, organizations supporting children with disabilities and developmental challenges, child advocacy centers, and policy-focused institutions. Do you want to be a partner or an affiliate? You can learn more about that and also express your interest by contacting us.

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We look forward to working with you!

We’d love to connect with you—whether you're curious, ready to take the next step, or looking to collaborate. Together, we can build brighter futures for all children.