Career Opportunities at CPP

General Summary:

The Center for Precision Psychiatry (CPP) is an innovative research and clinical implementation center launched by the MGH Department of Psychiatry. The mission of the CPP is to integrate research and clinical practice to enable more accurate risk prediction, targeted prevention, precise diagnosis, and effective treatments for psychiatric disorders. A major focus of the Center is a deep investment in addressing the problem of suicide, including the prediction and prevention of suicidal behaviors and the care of patients across all areas of medicine who are affected by this growing public health crisis. Drawing on Mass General Psychiatry’s world-class expertise in big data analytics, genomics, neuroscience, precision medicine, and clinical trials, the Center is uniquely positioned to lead this rapidly emerging field.

The CPP is seeking undergraduate or graduate level summer interns to work closely with Center Faculty and participate in day-to-day operations and research initiatives, gaining invaluable research experience.

The intern will be involved in new and ongoing projects which are being conducted by the CPP and the affiliate Center for Suicide Research and Prevention (CSRP). To learn more about the CPP and CSRP please visit the CPP site at https://www.massgeneral.org/psychiatry/research/precision-psychiatry/about/precision-psych-ourresearch.

• An internship stipend is available.
• The Intern may work in-person or remotely.

Skills and Competencies:

• Computer skills, including prior use of Microsoft Office platforms,
  • Ideal candidates will have experience with coding and/or platforms such Qualtrics, REDCap and online survey platforms.
• Excellent writing skills,
• Excellent problem-solving skills,
• Strong interpersonal skills,
• Ability to multitask,
• Extremely detail oriented and excellent organizational skills,
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Weekly availability over a period of up to 10 weeks,
• Demonstrated interest in suicide prevention, mental health, and/or precision psychiatry,
• A desire to learn in a fast-paced hospital research setting,
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and flexible,
• 1 or 2 years of prior direct or indirect research experience.

Internship Timeline:

• Applications are due May 17^th, 2024.
• Internship period is typically July 1^st through August, 2024.

If you are interested in applying for this position or have any questions, please email a resume, cover letter, and one letter of recommendation (from current or former mentor, supervisor, and/or Professor) to mghctrprecisionpsych@mgh.harvard.edu.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions or any other characteristic protected by law.