Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Application Instructions

Please submit the following materials as a single PDF to rschuster@mgh.harvard.edu:

1. Cover letter outlining research interests, relevant experience, and goals for the fellowship.

2. Current CV.

3. Two representative writing samples, preferably peer-reviewed, first-authored, published manuscripts.

4. Contact information for three professional references.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled or closes on 1/29/27, whichever is sooner. Salary is competitive with excellent benefits.

Applications materials should be sent to the CSBH Center Director, Dr. Randi Schuster (rschuster@mgh.harvard.edu).

Start date: Summer 2027. Applications must be submitted no later than January 29th, 2027. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The position will close on 1/29/27 or once the position is filled, whichever is sooner.

Fellowship Focus & Opportunities

This fellowship will immerse the postdoctoral scholar in high-impact research at the intersection of rigorous psychological science, school behavioral health systems, and prevention/intervention strategies.

The fellowship has a strong emphasis on translational research, and ideal candidates are individuals interested in pursuing an academic career. Fellows are expected to make significant contributions to the research productivity of the lab, including preparation of manuscripts as well as submitting for extramural funding (for their own research and for the lab), and will have opportunities to pursue independent research and interdisciplinary collaborations across Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School. The fellow will be considered for a joint Harvard Medical School appointment (appointment is not guaranteed).

Fellows will have the opportunity to:

* Lead and contribute to multidisciplinary projects that inform the development and/or evaluation of evidence-based behavioral health supports (e.g., universal and Tier 2 strategies, measurement-based care, implementation strategies tailored to school contexts).

* Collaborate with school partners, community stakeholders, policymakers, and research teams to advance scalable, equitable practice and policy solutions that support student mental health.

* Engage in mixed-methods research, including qualitative and quantitative data collection, analysis, and interpretation.

* Drive dissemination, including preparation of manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals, presentations at national conferences, and contributions to grant proposals.

* Receive mentorship and professional development tailored to independent research career trajectories, including grant writing and academic leadership.

Qualifications:

* A recently completed Ph.D. or equivalent in psychology, public health, education, health services, implementation science, or a related discipline (degree conferred by fellowship start).

* A strong background in qualitative and/or quantitative analytical methods.

* Demonstrated experience in applying various theories, methods, or frameworks to strengthen school-based behavioral health research (e.g., CFIR, MTSS, Proctor's outcomes, hybrid trial designs).

* Commitment to rigorous research and translating evidence into real-world practice and policy.

* Experience with mixed-methods research, community-engaged partnerships, or translational science is highly desirable.

* Excellent communication skills and a record (or strong potential) of scientific productivity.

The compensation range for this role is between $71,750 - $81,179. Candidate experience is thoughtfully considered throughout the recruitment process, and those with significant experience may be considered for compensation above the starting range listed, as consistent with organizational guidelines and internal equity

Years of experience

0 $71,750 - $73,544

1 $73,544 - $75,382

2 $75,382 - $77,267

3 $77,267 - $79,199

4+ $79,199 - $81,179