Faculty & Mentors – Implementation Research Institute (IRI)

Overview

The success of the Implementation Research Institute (IRI) is built upon the expertise and dedication of its distinguished faculty. These nationally recognized scholars bring a breadth of knowledge in implementation science, mental health services research, health policy, and related disciplines.

Faculty members serve as mentors, instructors, and collaborators, providing fellows with the intellectual guidance and professional support necessary to establish successful careers in implementation science.

The Role of Mentorship

Mentorship is central to the IRI training model. Faculty mentors provide:

• Individualized Guidance – Supporting fellows in refining research questions, methodological approaches, and grant applications.

• Scholarly Development – Offering critical feedback on manuscripts, proposals, and presentations.

• Career Advancement Support – Advising fellows on professional opportunities, leadership roles, and long-term research agendas.

• Network Building – Facilitating connections with other scholars, research centers, and funding agencies.

Through this sustained engagement, IRI mentors help fellows translate their training into independent, impactful research programs.

Faculty Expertise

IRI faculty represent a range of disciplinary backgrounds and methodological expertise, including:

• Implementation frameworks and theory development

• Study design and evaluation methods

• Health services research in mental health

• Policy analysis and systems-level interventions

• Community-engaged and participatory research

This diversity ensures that fellows are exposed to multiple perspectives and approaches that strengthen their capacity to address complex implementation challenges.