The University is committed to the advancement of research and creative scholarship. The Research Assignment program rewards tenured faculty members who have demonstrated distinguished contributions to the University through a competitively-won award of either one semester at full salary or two semesters at half salary during which the faculty member focuses on the advancement or completion of scholarly activities. The process is governed by the Provost’s policies on Research Assignments. Faculty should also be familiar with the College’s Policies on Research Assignments, Fellowships, and Off-Campus Assignments.
The application period for a 2026-2027 Research Assignment is currently underway. The process involves several phases:
- Eligible faculty submit the required application elements to their department head by September 5, 2025.
- Department heads review these applications and submit their letter(s) of recommendations, along with other materials, to the Associate Dean for Research Amy Adamson (cc Lori Wright) no later than 5 PM on September 19, 2025.
- The College Research Assignment Review Committee reviews applications and recommendations, and provides a ranking of applicants to the Dean of the College.
- The Dean submits recommendations for Research Assignments to the Provost’s Office in November, and applicants are notified in December.
For more information, please see:
CAS Research Assignments – Information and Instructions for Applicants and Heads / Directors
Application for a Research Assignment (2026-2027)
Questions? Please contact Amy Adamson, Associate Dean for Research.
