Director of Research, Institute of Coaching

Mass General Brigham; Ohio; On-site; USD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The Institute of Coaching (IOC), based at McLean Hospital, seeks a Director of Research to guide IOC's research agenda and ensure scientific integrity in educational content and professional development efforts. The DoR collaborates with Mass General Brigham research leadership to align scientific insight with IOC's priorities.

You will chair the Scientific Advisory Committee, oversee grants, mentor research fellows, and translate findings into coaching education programs, reporting to the Sr.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in a discipline aligned with coaching and the Harvard Faculty of Medicine mission.
• Minimum of 5 years of research experience including regulatory, scientific, and dissemination activities.
• Experience supervising or mentoring research trainees.
• Faculty eligibility with potential appointment contingent on meeting all requirements.

Responsibilities

• Chair the Scientific Advisory Committee and oversee the IOC grant program and Grants Manager activities.
• Lead IOC’s research strategy and scientific agenda.
• Ensure rigor, accuracy, and ethical standards in research outputs.
• Mentor research fellows and contributors and translate findings to inform educational programming.

Skills

Scientific leadership

Regulatory oversight

Mentorship

Education

Doctoral degree in a discipline aligned with coaching and Harvard Faculty of Medicine

Job description

Site: The McLean Hospital Corporation Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Overview of the Institute of Coaching (IOC) The Institute of Coaching (IOC) is a professional association committed to advancing the science and practice of coaching. Based at McLean Hospital, an affiliate of Harvard Medical School and member of Mass General Brigham, the Institute is supported operationally by Parthenon Management Group (PMG). IOC bridges scientific research and coaching practice through research-informed education, professional development, scholarly publications, research grants, and a global membership community. IOC’s governance model ensures scientific rigor, educational excellence, operational feasibility, institutional alignment, and long-term sustainability. Volunteer leaders play a vital role in stewarding IOC’s mission and shaping its future impact.

Overview of the Research Leadership Role

Research is foundational to IOC’s mission. The Director of Research ensures that IOC’s research agenda, research-informed content, and scholarly outputs reflect the highest standards of scientific rigor, ethics, and relevance.

Role: Director of Research

Purpose of the Role The Director of Research provides scientific leadership for IOC by guiding research strategy, safeguarding scientific integrity, and ensuring that research meaningfully informs IOC’s educational and professional development efforts. The DoR works under the oversight of the Sr. Director and McLean/MGB Research leadership to align scientific insight with educational priorities, strengthening IOC’s credibility as a science-based organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Serves as Chair of the Scientific Advisory Committee
• Oversees the IOC grant giving program, grants administration, and Grants Manager day-to-day responsibilities
• Participates as a member of the Coaching Leaders Group (CLG)
• Leads IOC’s research strategy and scientific agenda
• Conducts scientific review and provide recommendations on research-related work
• Ensures rigor, accuracy, and ethical standards in research projects, publications and other outputs
• Mentors research fellows and contributors
• Translates scientific findings to inform educational programming in collaboration with the Sr. Director

Qualifications

Decision Authority and Accountability

Final authority on scientific integrity and research outputs.

Eligibility Requirements

Doctoral degree in a discipline within the scope of coaching and the academic mission of the Harvard Faculty of Medicine. Minimum of 5 years of research experience, including regulatory, scientific, and dissemination activities. Prior experience with supervision or mentorship of research trainees. Faculty eligibility Candidates may be eligible for a faculty appointment contingent upon all requirements being met and provided they hold a Doctoral degree in a discipline aligned with the Department of Psychology and the academic mission of the Harvard Faculty of Medicine.

Time Commitment

Monthly one-hour CLG meetings Scientific Advisory Committee meetings and grant review cycles (as scheduled) Ongoing collaboration with McLean/MGB Research leadership, the Sr. Director, grant recipients, and philanthropic contributors Governance participation and time commitments may vary slightly based on strategic priorities and annual planning cycles Supervision or mentorship of research trainees

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently
• Walking Frequently
• Sitting Occasionally
• Lifting Frequently
• Carrying Frequently
• Pushing Occasionally
• Pulling Occasionally
• Climbing Rarely
• Balancing Frequently
• Stooping Occasionally
• Kneeling Occasionally
• Crouching Occasionally
• Crawling Rarely
• Reaching Frequently
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently
• Feeling Constantly
• Foot Use Rarely
• Vision - Far Constantly
• Vision - Near Constantly
• Talking Constantly
• Hearing Constantly

Salary

The salary range for this position is $180,000 to $210,000 annually.

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums, bonuses as applicable, along with recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

Remote Type Remote Work Location 115 Mill Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 8 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America)

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