ACLP Developing Scholarship and 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 advance their research skills. To advance the field of C-L Psychiatry, the ACLP Research Subcommittee presents an annual full day colloquium for C-L psychiatrists interested in engaging in research or other evidenced-based scholarly work as part of their careers, whether on a modest scale or with the intent of becoming independent investigators.
The annual Developing Scholarship and Research Colloquium aims to enlarge the cadre of C-L 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 and those who are incorporating research and scholarly work into their clinical careers. The colloquium welcomes trainees through mid-level faculty. Ideal participants range from those just getting started in project development to those who are developing their first proposals for external funding.
Registered participants have the opportunity to engage in one of three tailored tracks that best fits their career goals. Leaders in the field engage participants in a keynote address, interactive didactic sessions and small group workshops focused on career and project development. Topics for each track will focus on career development, establishing effective mentorship, project development and research skills, and identifying resources.
Tracks and Track Descriptions
Tracks
- Independent Investigators (aspiring principal investigators and funded researchers)
- Primary Clinicians Engaged in Research (clinicians moderately engaged in research and scholarship)
- Clinical and Educational Program Developers (e.g. quality improvement and clinical or educational program implementation and evaluation)
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 has interactive didactic sessions specific to their track, as well as small group workshops with mentors in the field. Participants have the opportunity to formally present their active work and receive feedback from mentors in small group settings. Participants should express their interest in this option during registration, and up to 12 participants from each track will be selected to present. Participants are otherwise encouraged to bring project ideas and questions to share during the workshops. Attendance is limited to 35 participants per track to promote vibrant interactions during workshops and registration is on a first come basis. Registration for and participation in the colloquium session is at no additional cost, but participants must be registered for the Annual Meeting.
Independent Investigator track
Participants for the Independent Investigator track are selected through a competitive application process and receive complimentary registration for the annual meeting, as well as a $250 stipend to cover travel costs. 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 (15 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 of the Annual Meeting 9:00AM-5:00PM
9:00-9:15 Welcoming remarks
9:15-10:00 Keynote Speaker
10:00-10:30 Mentorship: Mentorship Subcommittee Speaker
10:30-10:45 Break
10:45-11:45 Small group career-based discussions led by mentors
- Independent Investigator track
- Primary Clinicians Engaged in Research track
- Clinical and Educational Program Developers track
11:45-1:15 Lunch and Networking (lunch on your own)
1:15-2:00 Small Group Breakout Topics
2:00-2:15 Break
2:15-3:30 Small Group breakout Session #1 by track
- Independent Investigator track
1. Didactic session
2. Participant presentations and feedback sessions
- Primary Clinicians Engaged in Research track
1. Didactic session
2. Participant presentations and discussion sessions
- Clinical and Educational Program Developers track
1. Didactic session
2. Participant presentations and discussion sessions
3:30–4:45 Break
3:45–5:00 Small Group breakout Session #2 by track
Eligibility
Primary Clinicians Engaged in Research and Clinical and Educational Program Developers track participants:
- must be members of ACLP
- must be registered for the Annual Meeting
- must be able to attend the entire colloquium in-person (9AM-5PM)
- must register by August 31st
Independent Investigator track applicants:
- must be members of ACLP
- must be registered for the Annual Meeting
- must be able to attend the entire colloquium in-person (9AM-5PM)
- must be early in their research career (cannot have been the PI of a federal K or R grant or non-federal external grant equivalent), but can be at any stage of their clinical career (residents, fellows, early or mid-career faculty)
- are encouraged, but not required to submit a proposal for a poster or oral presentation related to their work to a future ACLP Annual Meeting
- may concurrently apply for other ACLP Awards, such as the Webb Fellowship and Foundation Research Professor Mentee Awards
Registration and 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 respective link below by August 31st. Participation for these two tracks will be limited to the first 35 individuals to register per track. Registration for and participation in the colloquium is at no additional cost, but participants must be registered for the Annual Meeting.
REGISTRATION LINK – PRIMARY CLINICIANS ENGAGED IN RESEARCH TRACK
REGISTRATION LINK – EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM DEVELOPERS TRACK
Independent Investigators track
Independent Investigator applicants must submit an application by August 1st using the link below including:
- a 1-page description of the applicant’s research idea or proposal, including Specific Aims/Hypotheses or Research Objectives
- a 1-page personal statement of the applicant’s career goals, including how the colloquium will advance those plans
- the applicant’s CV
Selected applicants will receive complimentary registration for the ACLP Annual Meeting and a $250 stipend to cover travel costs. If applicants are not selected for the Independent Investigator track, they will be offered guaranteed registration for an alternative track.
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 35 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 September 5th.
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:
- clarity of research idea or proposal
- applicant’s potential for future research engagement based on review of their personal statement and CV
- readiness to benefit from participating in the colloquium.
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 clinician researcher).
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.
