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BrainFutures accelerates adoption of innovative, evidence-based interventions that improve brain health and well-being. Over the past ten years, we have fought for the development of a more holistic, innovative, and effective approach to well-being by advancing novel therapeutics, psychedelic medicine, youth executive function, mental health parity, and other promising practices. Through research and policy analysis, education and convening, as well as demonstration projects and strategic partnerships, we work to accelerate access to proven and promising interventions that improve brain health and expand treatment options for those in need.

BrainFutures is seeking an experienced and visionary Clinical Advisor to provide scientific and clinical leadership across all program areas. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Clinical Advisor will serve as the organization's senior clinical voice - guiding program development, ensuring clinical and scientific rigor, cultivating expert partnerships, and translating complex neuroscience into actionable policy and practice recommendations. This is a unique opportunity for a clinician-leader who is passionate about advancing the field of brain health and reducing barriers to evidence-based care.

This position is remote for candidates located outside Maryland and hybrid for candidates based in the Baltimore area.

Clinical & Scientific Leadership

• Provide clinical guidance across BrainFutures' program portfolio, including mental health treatment innovation, psychedelic therapy, and youth executive function

• Ensure all programs, publications, and public communications reflect current evidence-based standards and scientific integrity
• Lead development of issue briefs, toolkits, and reports in collaboration with internal staff and external collaborators
• Represent BrainFutures as a thought leader at national conferences and convenings

Stakeholder Engagement & Policy

• Build and maintain relationships with clinicians, researchers, policymakers, insurers, and advocacy organizations
• Advise on regulatory, reimbursement, and policy pathways to advance equitable access to brain health innovations
• Lead and/or support convenings and events
• Lead multistakeholder processes and development of workgroup outputs (e.g., guideline documents)
• Engage and support BrainFutures' advisory board of clinical and scientific experts

Program Development & Evaluation

• Partner with program staff to design, implement, and evaluate brain health initiatives
• Provide clinical expertise to improve program delivery
• Advance reimbursement and coverage for innovative mental health interventions

Organizational Leadership

• Collaborate with the Executive Director and leadership team on strategic planning and organizational priorities
• Support fundraising efforts, including contributing to grant proposals and donor presentations

Requirements

Qualifications Required

• Degree in a clinical field (MD, PhD, PsyD, MSW, or equivalent) with active licensure
• 5+ years of clinical experience in behavioral health
• Deep familiarity with the landscape of brain health research and innovation, including behavioral health
• Demonstrated ability to execute complex projects, including multi-stakeholder engagement processes
• Strong network of relationships within the neuroscience, psychiatry, and/or behavioral health communities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; experience publishing and presenting to professional audiences
• Commitment to public health and expanding access to effective care

Qualifications Preferred

• Experience working in or with nonprofit, policy, or advocacy organizations
• In-depth knowledge of one or more of the following areas preferred: psychedelic therapy, transcranial magnetic stimulation, child development, and executive function
• Track record of successful grant writing and donor development
• Experience delivering clinical training; familiarity with educational and training infrastructure for mental health professionals
• Experience developing clinical guidelines or similar processes

Benefits

Benefits include vacation, sick, personal, and holidays, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, 403(b) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision insurance, health savings account, and mileage reimbursement.

• Some evening meetings or weekend events required
• Willingness to travel (up to 20%)
• Availability of a designated home office space equipped for conducting confidential business, with secured access to high-speed internet for hybrid or remote employment.
• Have available/access reliable transportation, along with valid driver's license and active automobile insurance coverage.
• Must be able to lift-up to 25 pounds at times

This position is classified full-time/exempt.

$100,000 - $120,000 annually. Compensation will be based on the candidate's experience and qualifications.

MHAMD and BrainFutures is an Equal Opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.