Frequently Asked Questions

What is the format of the LTI?

An agenda from the 2008 LTI is available. Activities during the LTI are a mix of large group presentations, breakout workgroups, and one-on-one or small group coaching sessions.

Where and when was the 2008 LTI held?

The 2008 Leadership Training Institute was held October 19-22, 2008, in Bethesda, MD.

How were participants chosen?

The LTI received an overwhelming level of interest from over 150 eligible applicants. Participants were chosen on the basis of their academic accomplishments and commitment to a research career in the social and behavioral sciences as reflected in peer-reviewed publications, applications for research funding, and personal statements. Diversity on the basis of ethnicity, race, gender, scientific interests spanning the spectrum of clinical and intervention research, geographic location, and institutional affiliation was also considered.

How many participants were invited to attend the LTI?

In order to provide a more intimate experience and to provide more meaningful one-to-one time among participants and faculty, 24 participants were chosen for the in-person training. An additional 20 participants were selected to participate in the on-line training only (see FAQ below regarding the research study).

How is the LTI affected by the research study?

This LTI is presented as part of a funded research contract from the National Institute of Mental Health. The research study is designed to identify the most effective way to provide women and persons of color with the information and training they need to achieve high-level academic research and executive leadership positions. Therefore, 12 of the participants from the in-person training will only receive in-person training, 12 of the participants will receive both in-person and on-line training, and an additional 20 participants will not attend the in-person training but will receive on-line training.

Participants are asked to:

• Agree to be randomly assigned to one of the three training conditions (in-person, in-person and on-line, or on-line)
• Complete an on-line career progress questionnaire at three time points over a 1-year time period
• Complete knowledge/skill questionnaires related to the presentations at three time points over a 1-year time period
• Complete satisfaction questionnaires following each presentation
• Complete a website evaluation (if assigned to one of the two conditions that receive on-line training)
  

In exchange for your time you will receive a $100 honorarium after completing the final questionnaire.

If invited to attend the LTI, what will my out-of-pocket expenses be?

The LTI will pay for your travel and hotel room. Most meals will be included as part of the LTI activities.

What is a breakout session?

Because the funding and training needs of early career researchers differ from those of mid-career researchers, the LTI makes use of a split session design for some topics. Breakout sessions allow participants at similar career levels to engage in sessions tailored to meet the needs of their particular career stage.

How do I get an answer to a question that does not appear on this page?

Please email your questions to our Coordinator at lti@4researchers.org