Harvard Post-Doctoral Training Program in Mental Health Services and Policy Research (T32)
Join a prestigious program focused on advancing mental health services and policy research.
Best for:Best for recent PhD or MD graduates interested in mental health policy and research.
Overview
The Harvard Training Program in Mental Health Services and Policy Research, hosted by Harvard Medical School's Department of Health Care Policy, provides advanced training for individuals who have completed their PhD, MD, or other relevant doctoral degrees. This program aims to cultivate future leaders in mental health services and policy research, supported by the National Institute of Mental Health. Participants will engage in a one-year fellowship, with the possibility of a second year based on funding, and will receive mentorship from experienced faculty. The training covers various aspects of mental health care, including organization, financing, and quality analysis.
What you'll do
- Engage in advanced training in mental health services and policy research.
- Collaborate with faculty on research projects.
- Participate in mentorship activities with assigned primary mentors.
- Contribute to the organization and analysis of mental health care systems.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD, MD, or other relevant doctoral degree in economics, political science, statistics, sociology, psychology, social work, psychiatry, public health, or related fields.
Language: English; proficiency required.
Instruction: English
- Strong analytical skills in health policy and services research.
- Experience in conducting research in mental health or related fields.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a research environment.
- Only US citizens or permanent residents are eligible for this fellowship.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-16
Interested candidates should submit their application materials by the deadline. Required documents include a CV, a statement of purpose, and three letters of recommendation. Optional materials may include writing samples.
- CV
- Statement of Purpose
- Three letters of recommendation
Contact
Haiden Huskamp· Henry J. Kaiser Professor of Health Care Policy
https://hcp.hms.harvard.edu/training-program-mental-health-policy
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