01/03/2024
By Daniel Riechers
Please register for each session below. This year's sessions include an overview of the CAREER solicitation, insights from CAREER awardees, resources for finding education and community partners, optional submission of project summaries for feedback, and more. More information and additional NSF CAREER proposal preparation resources can be found on the Office of Research Development's NSF CAREER Series page.
Session 1, Introduction to the CAREER Award
Virtual - 1/26/24 11 a.m.-noon ET
Are you a pre-tenure faculty member interested in learning more about and applying to the NSF CAREER program? Please join the Office of Research Development for this virtual session to learn best practices and tips for applying for this highly prestigious, early-career grant. The presenters will suggest an appropriate timeline for preparing your proposal and share resources available to support proposal development.
Register for Session 1
Session 2, Finding Education and Community Partners
Virtual - 3/1/24 11 a.m.-noon ET
In addition to innovative research, the NSF CAREER program requires strong educational and community outreach components clearly described in the proposal. In this virtual session, you will hear from groups on campus who can help you connect to the right community partners and help you think strategically about your project.
Register for Session 2
Session 3, Awardee Panel and Workshop
In-person (UCC-158) - 4/5/24 1-4 p.m. ET
The last session includes a panel discussion with previous CAREER awardees who will present their projects and answer audience questions. The Office of Research Administration will also review the proposal submission process. Lastly, participants will have the opportunity to submit a draft of their first page narrative for feedback.
Register for Session 3