Program Details:

Our program aims to expand the pool of investigators capable of undertaking mental health services and systems research with particular focus on the implementation of evidence based mental health care.  Other priorities include:  improving the quality of mental health care; mental health services to public social service clients; intervention adaptation and development; vulnerable populations; developmental disabilities; and system dynamics. The program provides multidisciplinary training. Training appointments are typically for two years.

Candidates accepted for enrollment enter the program usually around July for a 2-year period. A mentoring team comprised of at least three senior faculty members is established for each post-doctoral research scholar to guide their development as a researcher and authorship of independently funded research proposals. As part of their ongoing professional development, the post-docs participate in mental health seminars and consultation with nationally renowned senior scientist collaborators. The post-doctoral training also includes:

• Regular faculty mentorship for planning and developing the candidate’s own publications and research, in addition to developing and submitting winning grant proposals to NIH and to other funders.
  
• Collaborating with CMHSR faculty on NIH funded projects.
  
• Contributing to the scientific infrastructure and knowledge-based resources of the CMHSR. 

Application:

We invite applications from individuals with an earned M.D., or Ph.D. from such fields as social work, psychology, health services, organizational psychology, nursing, anthropology, public health, or management. We seek to recruit ambitious researchers with demonstrated experience and enthusiasm in the study of mental health services. Washington University in St. Louis is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Scholars interested in pursuing dissemination and implementation research in health are also encouraged to apply. While there is no deadline for submitting applications, early application is advised. This research position includes a competitive salary and benefits.

The following materials are required for application to the postdoctoral program:

1. up-to-date curriculum vita
2. letter of inquiry which outlines research goals
3. names and addresses of at least three references
4. samples of written/published materials which reflect your potential and promise for this type of training  

Applicants for support must be either U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the United States at the time of award (Please see the citizenship requirements for NIH institutional training grants from the NIH Grants Policy Statement (search “Citizenship”) and confirm that you are an eligible candidate in accordance with these requirements). Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis, subject to award availability. Applicants are encouraged to schedule a visit at their own expense to Washington University for interviews.

Materials can be sent directly to:
Dr. Enola Proctor 
Director, T-32 Training program
Center for Mental Health Services Research (CMHSR)
Campus Box 1093
Washington University
St. Louis, MO 63130-4899 
Email: postdoc@brownschool.wustl.edu 
(314) 935-6660

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