ACLP 2023 Developing Scholars Research Colloquium

ACLP 2023 Developing Scholars Research Colloquium

Presented by the ACLP Research Subcommittee

Consultation-liaison psychiatrists with strong clinical expertise contribute significantly to patient care and clinical program development, but many have not had opportunities to acquire strong research skills. To advance the field of CL Psychiatry, the ACLP Research Subcommittee presents a half day colloquium for CL psychiatrists interested in engaging in research as part of their careers, whether on a modest scale or with the intent of becoming independent investigators.

The colloquium aims to enlarge the cadre of CL psychiatrists who possess the skills needed to take scientific investigations from initial ideas to completed projects. It is geared towards participants in the early stages of research career development or those who are incorporating research into their clinical careers. The colloquium welcomes trainees through mid-level faculty. Ideal applicants will range from those just getting started in project development to those who are developing their first proposals for external funding.

Participants will have the opportunity to select a colloquium track that best fits their career goals. Each track will have interactive didactic sessions specific to their track, as well as small group workshops with mentors in the field. Topics for each track will focus on career development, establishing effective mentorship, project development, and identifying resources.

Tracks and Track Descriptions

Tracks

Primary Clinicians Engaged in Research and Clinical and Educational Program Developers tracks
Participants in these two tracks must register for the colloquium in advance. Each track will have interactive didactic sessions specific to their track, as well as small group workshops with mentors in the field. Participants are welcome to bring project ideas and questions to share during their workshops, but there is no formal expectation to prepare anything for the colloquium. Attendance will be limited to promote vibrant interactions during workshops and registration will be on a first come basis. Registration for and participation in the colloquium session is at no cost.

Independent Investigator track
Participants for the Independent Investigator track will be selected through a competitive application process and will receive complimentary registration for the 2023 annual meeting. During the small group workshop portion of the program, the six applicants selected for the Independent Investigator track are expected to briefly present their original research ideas/proposals (10 mins) to two of their fellow mentees and a panel of 2 experienced mentors. This will be followed by 15 mins of interactive guidance from mentors on advancing their projects. Applicants for the Independent Investigator track may submit ideas that are at any stage of development, from novel specific aims or research objectives to fully developed proposals that have not yet been funded.

Colloquium Schedule

Wednesday, Nov 8, 2023; 12:00-5:00PM
12:00-12:05     Welcoming remarks
12:05-12:50     Career as a funded investigator
12:50-1:35       Career as a clinician engaged in research
1:35-1:50         Break
1:50-3:20         Breakout interactive didactic sessions by track

  1. Independent Investigator
  2. Primary Clinicians Engaged in Research
  3. Clinical and Educational Program Developers

3:20-3:35        Break
3:35-4:50        Breakout Small group workshops by track AND Independent Investigator track presentations
4:50-5:00       Wrap-up

Eligibility

Primary Clinicians Engaged in Research and Clinical and Educational Program Developers track participants:

Independent Investigator track applicants:

Application Process

Primary Clinicians Engaged in Research and Clinical and Educational Program Developers tracks

Participants do not need to complete an application but must register for the workshop using the link below by September 30th. Participation for these two tracks will be limited to the first 20 individuals to register per track. Registration for and participation in the colloquium is at no cost.

REGISTRATION LINK

Independent Investigators track
Independent Investigator applicants must submit an application by July 1st using the link below including:

Selected applicants will receive complimentary registration for the ACLP 2023 Annual Meeting.

APPLICATION LINK

Applicants for the Independent Investigator track may concurrently register for the Primary Clinicians Engaged in Research OR Clinical and Educational Program Developers track. If applicants are not selected for the Independent Investigator track, their registration for an alternative track will be confirmed after August 1st.

Selection of applicants

Primary Clinicians Engaged in Research and Clinical and Educational Program Developers tracks
Participation for these two tracks will be limited to the first 20 individuals to register per track and will be on a rolling basis. Participants will receive formal confirmation of registration via email from the Research Subcommittee, which will occur no later than October 3rd, 2023.

Independent Investigators track
Six applicants will be selected for the Independent Investigator track. Judging will be completed by the ACLP Research Subcommittee. Applications will be scored on a rubric including:

Final selections will aim for diversity in applicants’ personal qualifications, areas of research focus, career stages, home institutions, and research career goals (independent investigator vs clinical researcher).

The application deadline is July 1st, and notification of selection will be August 1st.

Statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We actively encourage applications from those who are underrepresented in research and scholarship, including but not limited to BIPOC individuals, disabled individuals, LGBTQI+ individuals, women, and those from institutions with limited research resources.