How many of you have read a journal article that implemented research and when you go to apply it in a clinic, school, home, hospital, or wherever you practice, realize that the assessment tool isn't available yet or you don't have enough details to really do what the research supported? I have been wondering about how to become more involved in research, but am not directly associated with Universities or Foundations that are asking for OT's to join their research teams! How do you suggest learning of projects that would welcome someone to their research team and help that individual learn to collect data or trial some treatment strategies or new assessment tool requiring field testing with real patients? Are there websites that actual list such needs, almost like a "classified advertisement for research wannabes?"
Looking forward to hearing of what others know and potentially collaborate on research development to support occupational therapy practice internationally!
Mary
Hello @marypediatricot! Just a note to add, that our Research Portal is now live, should you wish to give this a look: www.theOThub.com/research. We hope to engage other Members in sharing their current research plans - for others to reach out and get involved in. The OT Hub Team
I already have my post-professional doctorate so the masters recommendation in the above response really doesn't apply. Have never written a grant proposal nor really tried looking up any that may be applicable to areas of practice for me. I would like to become part of a team so learn from others rather than stumbling through "blindly" the 1st time through. Thanks for your response, though:0)
I believe there are some jobs out there that are in relation to exclusively doing research. They're usually advertised in places like OT News and on the RCOT website . A masters, as you probably know, is also a great way of engaging in reseacrh and developing your skills in this area. You could always apply for research grants too, put together a proposal what do you have to lose?!
Hi Mary,
Thanks for engaging with the Q&A Forum!
We'll share your question on getting into research with followers on our social media platforms in the coming day - to prompt our Members to come over to the Hub and provide some thoughts. You might also be interested to know that we'll be launching the Research Portal for Members, in the coming months...
Chat soon!
The OT Hub Team
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