Applications Open for the 2019 MLA Research Training Institute for Health Sciences Librarians: Deadline, 12/1
Applications Now Open for the 2019 MLA Research Training Institute for Health Sciences Librarians
Are you a library professional interested in learning to do research? Are you excited at the prospect of being part of an intensive and collaborative program that takes you through a process of learning research design and completing a health information research project?
The Medical Library Association (MLA) Research Training Institute for Health Sciences Librarians (RTI) was designed for you!
We are accepting applications now until to December 1, 2018 for our 2019 cohort of RTI Fellows. Please follow links to the application instructions and the online application form.
What does the 2019 RTI offer me?
An intensive residential experience led by expert faculty that includes curriculum tailored to participants’ interests and skills, small-group sessions, and individual consultations with faculty.
Individual mentoring by faculty for a year after the residential experience.
Pre-institute preparation and assessment.
Participation in an online research community of practice that:
Supports and encourages you in doing research
Offers advice and guidance from peers and experts
Helps you find research partners
Keeps you informed of current research projects and grant opportunities
What will I know and be able to do after participating in the RTI?
RTI is designed to transform library professionals with novice or intermediate research skill levels into researchers able to independently conduct or lead a quality research project. RTI training covers all the stages of designing, implementing, and communicating a successful health information research project. Participants will be able to develop effective research questions, select a research design, identify the components of a research project, collect and manage high-quality data, publish and present the results of a research project, and much more.
How will the RTI help me in my career?
You’ll acquire a new, marketable set of skills.
You’ll gain confidence in discussing research and scholarship with
teaching faculty and researchers at your institution
You’ll be able to implement research ideas that transform your library
and raise your professional profile
You’ll develop the capability to publish in peer-reviewed journals
You’ll join a network of researchers who can help you in making the next step
When and where is the RTI held?
The heart of the Institute is a week-long residential immersive workshop held in Chicago, July 15-19, 2019. Pre-institute learning activities, individual mentoring, a year of post-Institute support, and membership in an ongoing research community of practice supplement the residential component.
Who is eligible?
Institute training is designed for library professionals with novice or intermediate research skills and experience who have a strong interest in research but do not possess the skills and confidence to conduct research on their own. MLA membership is not required.
Admission is competitive. Only 20 applicants will be selected. See the RTI website for eligibility requirements and selection criteria.
How do I apply?
Please visit the RTI website for more information, including fees and RTI Applicant Information.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is December 1, 2018. Applicants accepted to the Institute will be notified in March 2019.
Are scholarships available?
Yes! The Institute offers a number of scholarship opportunities. The RTI offers four *full scholarships* (registration fee, travel, lodging, and meals), two for small libraries and two for Association of Academic Health Sciences Libraries, AAHSL member libraries, and six *full registration scholarships* for librarians with limited means. Based on last year’s experience, we anticipate offering additional scholarships sponsored by MLA Sections and Chapters.
Check scholarship opportunities for updates on scholarships.
How can I learn more about the RTI?
For detailed information about the project, including fees, benefits, and housing information, see the RTI website.
How is the Institute funded?
The Institute for Museum and Library Services (IMLS) awarded the Medical Library Association a three-year grant to offer Training Institutes in 2018 and 2019. MLA, Association of Academic Health Sciences Libraries (AAHLS), the University of Illinois at Chicago, and tuition fees provide additional support.
What if I have questions?
For questions regarding the institute, application process, or scholarships, please contact the project director, Susan Lessick, AHIP, FMLA.