Northwestern University’s Center for Behavioral Intervention Technologies (CBITs) is seeking applicants for our NIMH T32 postdoctoral fellowship, “Multidisciplinary Training Program in Digital Mental Health” beginning July 2021 (see http://cbits.northwestern.edu/training-081020/).

Focus:

This fellowship focuses on digital mental health, and co-trains fellows in psychological science (psychology, psychiatry, and behavioral science) and human-computer interaction (HCI; computer science, communications studies, engineering, design, and human factors). The program provides fellows with research training and mentorship in both mental health and HCI research with the aim of preparing the next generation of digital mental health researchers to tackle the challenges of the field. The program is co-led by Drs. David Mohr PhD and Madhu Reddy PhD. Dr. Mohr is an expert in the use technology and psychological approaches for the treatment of depression and anxiety. Dr. Reddy is a leader in HCI as applied to medical settings with expertise in qualitative methods. Mentorship is available from experienced researchers who have federal and foundation funding including Drs. Mohr and Reddy as well as a variety of other faculty in both clinical science and HCI (see https://www.preventivemedicine.northwestern.edu/education/postdoctoral/digital-mental-health/mentors.html).

CBITs:

CBITs provides a unique scientific home for interdisciplinary scholars working in psychology, HCI, computer science, biostatistics, implementation science, and health disparities. The mission of the center is to design, evaluate, and sustainably implement digital mental health solutions. The overarching theme of CBITs’ research is focused on the design, evaluation, and implementation of technology-enabled interventions for mental health problems in the context of real world care settings.

Fellowship Objectives:

The primary objective of this fellowship is to prepare the individual for an academically oriented career in fields relevant to technology and mental health. Fellows work in a variety of complementary lines of research focused on digital mental health. This work will include collaborations with specialists in HCI, mental health, implementation science, social influences, and health disparities. Fellows may also have access to data for secondary analyses and publications. The successful candidate will take a leadership role, overseeing individual research projects in a multidisciplinary teams.

Requirements:

The successful candidate will have a strong record of peer-reviewed publications and experience in digital mental health research. Minority applicants are encouraged. To comply with NIMH rules, fellows must be US citizens or have permanent resident status. We are reviewing applications in the fall and on a rolling basis thereafter, until the positions are filled. Appointments are for one year, renewable to two.

Applications:

To apply, send CV, statement of research interests and goals, & three letters of recommendation to David Mohr, PhD and Madhu Reddy, PhD, care of Lucia Ontiveros (lucia.ontiveros@northwestern.edu), and please cc Dr. Mohr (d-mohr@northwestern.edu).