National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)

The National Institutes of Health, the world’s premier biomedical research institution, is seeking applications from exceptional candidates for the exciting position of Director, National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). The mission of NIMH is to transform the understanding and treatment of mental illnesses through basic and clinical research, paving the way for prevention, recovery, and cure. The NIMH provides national leadership dedicated to understanding, treating, and preventing mental illnesses through basic research on the brain and behavior, and through clinical, epidemiological, and health services research. The vacancy announcement outlines the position, qualification requirements, and application procedures. It is available on the NIH Executive Jobs website at https://go.nih.gov/GneM7Fp. Applications must be submitted per the instructions noted in the announcement and received by 11:59 p.m. ET, December 19, 2024.  

Please join NIH for its 2024 #WorldAIDSDay Event: Progress, Innovation, and Impact in HIV Research. Join the NIH Office of AIDS Research, alongside federal and community experts, for a live discussion on December 4. Learn more and register https://bit.ly/48SDOjz.

A new whitepaper—Scaling Coordinated Specialty Care for First-Episode Psychosis: Insights From a National Impact Model—highlights the transformative potential of expanding access to Coordinated Specialty Care (CSC) programs for individuals experiencing first-episode psychosis (FEP). Scaling CSC could not only improve outcomes for individuals but also generate significant economic returns across healthcare, employment, housing, and criminal justice systems. CSC is the gold standard of care for early psychosis in the U.S., backed by major organizations like the NIMH, APA, and SAMHSA. It’s an evidence-based, recovery-focused approach that improves clinical, social, and functional outcomes for individuals experiencing early psychosis. This collaborative effort by NAMI, NASMHPD, National Council for Mental Wellbeing, and McKinsey Health Institute underscores the urgent need to expand CSC to meet the needs of more individuals experiencing first-episode psychosis. Get more key takeaways from the whitepaper: https://lnkd.in/enR4RjpR

Contribute to the public health effort to prevent suicide - join NIMH's Office of the Clinical Director as a Postbac IRTA! 🎓 Dr. Lisa Horowitz is seeking recent grads to conduct research on suicide risk screening in the medical setting. Must be available for 2 years. Apply at go.nih.gov/iwbuqF6 and email your CV and cover letter to ritika.merai@nih.gov.

Save the date! Join NIMH for its 26th Mental Health Services Research Conference (MHSR): Confronting the Mental Health Crisis with Outcomes that Matter from July 28-31, 2025 at the Gaithersburg Marriott Washingtonian Center, Maryland.   The MHSR is organized by the Services Research and Clinical Epidemiology Branch at NIMH to promote areas of high priority for services research and to identify opportunities with the potential for significant impact on the health and well-being of people with mental disorders. It is the premier national research conference focused on mental health services. The MHSR in 2025 will feature state-of-the-art research presented via keynote speakers, thematic panels, discussion groups, papers, and posters.   An optional MHSR New Investigator Workshop (NIW) will be held on Monday, July 28, 2025 (application required). The NIW is intended for individuals who are currently receiving doctoral training or within 5 years post-completion of doctoral training or re-training, or medical residency, who plan to pursue a career in: 1) Mental health services research or 2) The interface of services, effectiveness, and implementation research. Priority will be given to applicants who have never been a NIMH principal investigator on a research (R) or career development (K) award.   While there is no registration fee, registration is required and will open soon. A call for abstracts will also be coming soon. We hope to see you in July!

In honor of #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth in November, please join NIMH's Office of National Autism Coordination (ONAC) tomorrow, Nov. 15, at 11:00 a.m. ET for a webinar, "Understanding Autism in Indigenous Communities." This will be the first event in ONAC's new webinar series, "Voices of Diversity: Conversations on Autism Across Cultures and Identities." The panelists will be clinical psychologist and parent Dr. Crystal Hernandez, advocate Jim Warne, and autistic self-advocate Jules Edwards. Learn more about the webinar and register at https://go.nih.gov/De2WpAc.

Join us today at 2:00 p.m. ET as we kick off the 2024-2025 NIMH Director's Innovation Speaker Series! Register for the first lecture featuring Dr. Jenny Radesky and Dr. Megan Moreno, who will delve into youth-centered approaches to media research. Their insights will shape our understanding of social media's impact on young lives. 🔍 Dr. Radesky will introduce the DREAMER Model, a groundbreaking framework for studying early childhood media use that emphasizes parent-child interactions and considers external factors like stress and poverty. 🧠 Dr. Moreno will share the 5Cs framework for teen media use and findings from the Brain, Behavior, and Well-Being project, exploring the intersection of adolescent development and digital media. Learn more at: https://go.nih.gov/GeBS1Qt.

Are you interested in learning about training opportunities available in NIMH's Intramural Research Program (IRP)? Join the Office of Fellowship Training for the last virtual information session of the year on December 3! Learn about various NIH training programs and exciting research being done in NIMH IRP laboratories and chat with current NIMH trainees. The sessions are appropriate for undergraduates, graduate students, medical students, and postdoctoral fellows. Register to attend! https://go.nih.gov/FG6pw0l

Veterans may face mental health challenges, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, and the risk of suicide. Are you a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one? You're not alone—the Veterans Crisis Line is here for you. You don't have to be enrolled in VA benefits or health care to call. This #VeteransDay, share information and resources to help those who have served and sacrificed for our country. https://lnkd.in/d_PNaU2

Happy #STEMDay! NIMH offers a variety of learning resources for students and teachers about mental health and the brain. Whether you want to understand mental health challenges, promote emotional well-being in the classroom, or simply learn how to take care of your mental health, our resources cover many topics to foster a supportive and informed learning environment. Explore videos, coloring books, and hands-on quizzes and activities to empower yourself and others on the journey to mental well-being. https://go.nih.gov/MKGabne