Job Description

Job no: 513916

Position type: Staff

Location: New York

Categories: Administrative/Professional, Other, Research, Hybrid

Posting Summary:
The Global Mental Health (GMH) Lab is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Research and Program Assistant to support a faculty member and researcher in global mental health. The assistant will play a central role in managing grants, coordinating multi-country projects, and supporting the preparation of a promotion and tenure package.

Job Summary/Basic Function:
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Research and Program Assistant to support a faculty member and researcher in global mental health. The assistant will play a central role in managing grants, coordinating multi-country projects, and supporting the preparation of a promotion and tenure package. The position also offers opportunities to contribute to ongoing research activities, with potential for co-authorship and professional growth in global mental health research and implementation.



CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Grant and Financial Management

• Assist with the preparation, submission, and monitoring of grant proposals and progress reports

Project Coordination

• Coordinate day-to-day activities across multiple research projects
• Develop and maintain project timelines, tracking progress to ensure milestones and deliverables are met

Faculty Support (Promotion and Academic Coordination)

• Assist with the preparation and organization of promotion and tenure materials, ensuring all required documents are complete, accurate, and submitted on schedule
• Maintain accurate, confidential records related to faculty activities, academic appointments, and scholarly outputs

Research Support

• Prepare drafts of research materials, reports, presentations, and manuscripts
• Maintain organized and secure research files, databases, and documentation

Other Duties as Assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, public health, social sciences, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1-2 years of related experience.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with reference management software (e.g., EndNote, Zotero), project management tools, and standard office software (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in research coordination, grant management, or academic administration
• A strong interest in global mental health and implementation science.

Salary Range:

$53,000-$67,000

Work Modality:

Hybrid

Equal Employment Opportunity

Teachers College is committed to fostering an inclusive academic community and to providing equal opportunity in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, age, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.

If you would like to discuss any disability-related accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, or a similar law, related to applying for employment at Teachers College, Columbia University, please email the Office of Access and Services for Individuals with Disabilities: [email protected]

Advertised: Dec 05, 2025 Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: Jan 30, 2026 Eastern Standard Time

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