New

Research Fellow Psychiatry

Massachusetts General Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
15 New Chardon Street (Show on map)
Jan 28, 2026
Our research group in the Department of Psychiatry is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill a postdoctoral position to assist with the design and implementation of psychosocial and community-based health service interventions among underserved, older adult populations to increase access to mental health interventions. Familiarity with and developing a track record of productive investigation and experience in mental health, psychosocial program or intervention development are preferred. The position requires a person who has PhD in Clinical Social Work, Clinical Gerontology or Clinical Psychology or a related field, has excellent verbal and written communication skills, is team-oriented, organized and detailed oriented, able to contribute scientifically in terms of the development of interventions, manuscripts and assist in submission of grants. This position will include responsibility for oversight and management of research coordinators. The fellow will work closely with Dr. Jin hui Joo, MD MA. Relevant activities include, but are not limited to the following: Design and development of research protocols Implementation of research protocols involving recruitment and enrollment for community-based interventions Manage collaboration with community partners including conducting study presentations for lay audiences Oversee and aid in moving participants through studies: recruiting, scheduling, and conducting assessments Coordinate team meetings and oversee Research Assistants Oversee regulatory activities such as IRB submission and reporting to funding organizations Assist with data management Analyze quantitative and qualitative data Participate in academic writing, including: literature review, manuscript writing, grant writing Assist in scholarly products for presentation at conferences such as abstracts and scientific presentations Required: Knowledge of mental illness, health behaviors, behavior change, and exposure to behavioral interventions Previous experience working with older adults in clinical research settings Previous experience in recruiting and enrolling research participants in the community Knowledge of strategies for research engagement Experience with protocol development Experience with data collection and management Previous experience with research publications Knowledge of and ability to lead quantitative and qualitative data analysis Strong communication and interpersonal skills Meticulous attention to detail Strong organizational and meticulous attention to detail Equipment, Machine, or Tool Requirements: Computers, general office and communication equipment. Microsoft Office, Powerpoint, Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, Canva REDCap, R, STATA, and other biostatistical applications HOW TO APPLY: We're excited to learn more about you! To apply for this position, please email your resume directly to Dr. Jin hui Joo at jhjoo@mgh.harvard.edu. Please do not apply through this link. The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.