Employment
I got the job. I guess I'm happy about it... but for some reason I feel odd about accepting it. I feel as if I have finally taken on too many projects.
Plus, I was told that the target sample is low-income families... which means I have to spend an hour+ at homes in "The Projects" video taping mothers and their babies. While there I am not allowed to interact with anyone, stop or report minor child abuse or drug usage. Hearing these things made me a bit nervous both for the participants' and my own safety.
Other than that... and the fact that I have to handle saliva... the job sounds okay.
All I can do is try, right?
Edit: I emailed the director and explained my concern for safety. I mentioned that I am still interested in doing the lab portion of the study, but I will not be available for home visits.
Plus, I was told that the target sample is low-income families... which means I have to spend an hour+ at homes in "The Projects" video taping mothers and their babies. While there I am not allowed to interact with anyone, stop or report minor child abuse or drug usage. Hearing these things made me a bit nervous both for the participants' and my own safety.
Other than that... and the fact that I have to handle saliva... the job sounds okay.
All I can do is try, right?
Edit: I emailed the director and explained my concern for safety. I mentioned that I am still interested in doing the lab portion of the study, but I will not be available for home visits.