Research Career Development Sessions at the ASHA Convention

Are you thinking about pursuing a PhD or looking for guidance on how to succeed in a research career? There are typically several research career development sessions at ASHA Convention, such as the following 2023 ASHA Convention offerings:

Thinking About a PhD? Information Session for Prospective Doctoral Students
Session # 1096
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Thursday, November 16

Prospective doctoral students will have the opportunity to listen to and ask questions of an expert panel discussing important factors to consider when selecting a PhD program and competencies needed for success.

Successful Research Grant Writing in Communication Sciences and Disorders: Advice from Experts
Session #1564
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Friday, November 17

Obtaining external funding to support a research program is an important component of success in academia. However, writing successful grant proposals is complicated, requiring practice and a detailed understanding of the grant preparation and review processes. In this session, a panel of experts who have experience as both funded researchers and grant reviewers will help demystify the grant writing process and offer suggestions for writing competitive grants funded through the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The focus will be on earlier career stages and institutions that are not heavily focused in research (e.g. R1). Although the focus of the session is on NIH funding mechanisms, the information presented will apply to other funding sources.

How to Launch and Build a Successful Research Career
Session #1620
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Friday, November 17

In this panel discussion, four faculty members who are at different points in their academic careers (Associate Dean/former department chair, full professor, recently tenured Associate Professor, tenure-track Assistant Professor) will discuss factors that contribute to the establishment and success of their research programs. Topics discussed include benefits of and selection of a postdoctoral research experience; competing for and selecting an academic position; developing an independent research program; funding your research program; and tips for succeeding in your first academic position.

Bias in Evidence-Based Assessment and What Do We Do About It?
Session #1598
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Friday, November 17

Do you desire to approach assessment through a lens of cultural awareness and humility but are missing clear guidance on how to implement these perspectives in practice? Bias in assessment can arise from different sources, including test development, test materials, and assessment decisions and interpretation. This presentation, prepared by the ASHA Clinical Research, Implementation Science, and Evidence-Based Practice (CRISP) committee, describes types and sources of bias in assessment and explains the impact of these issues when left unchecked. The SUM (Source-Understand-Mitigate) tool, developed by the CRISP committee to achieve a least-biased assessment approach, will be shared. Practice applying the SUM tool to case examples will be provided so that attendees can immediately employ the tool to prepare their next assessment.