ALIA Research Mentoring Program 2009

I missed this announcement. My apologies because this is a GREAT INITIATIVE from ALIA. If you want to do research but feel you lack the necessary skills to put together a half decent research study then read on!

The following was posted to aliaHEALTH by Jane Hardy on 10th March.

"Would you like to learn how to gather the evidence to make your services and resources even more effective in meeting your clients needs? Have you always wanted to learn the steps involved in conducting a research project?

The ALIA Research Mentoring Program provides the opportunity for ALIA members to develop and refine their skill, knowledge and confidence in conducting research.

This program is a new initiative for 2009. The ALIA members survey conducted in 2008 clearly showed that ALIA's members were eager to have access to more research support and guidance. In today's ever changing information rich and technologically driven world, it has become more important than ever that library professionals embrace a culture of research and scholarly enquiry. Research skill and knowledge are the essential tool kit for ensuring that libraries and librarians continue to effectively and efficiently meet the evolving needs of the clients and communities they serve.

The program is open to practising librarians or library technician members who have been personal financial members for at least two years at the time of application. The program is not open to members occupying research or teaching positions.

The purpose of the program is to provide the opportunity for recipients to receive expert coaching and guidance as they undertake a research project on a selected library or information issue.

Up to four recipients will be selected to take part in the 2009 Program.
The successful recipients will be matched with a mentor who has experience in conducting research.

Nominations will be considered by the ALIA Research Committee and a recommendation made to the Board of Directors.

Nominations close on 6 April 2009.

For further information (including the application form), visit http://www.alia.org.au/research or contact Helen Partridge, Chair of the ALIA Research and Publishing Standing Committee, at h.partridge@qut.edu.au.nospam (remove '.nospam' from the address)."