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We support individual and institutional efforts to attract external funding through proposal development and faculty/staff support.
You are the subject matter expert, let us help with the rest.
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Early Career Researchers
Build Your Research Base
Early career researchers (ECRs) are professionals in their first four years of research activity, including the period of training; in other words, four years into the research experience following completion of the PhD.
ECRs face challenges with funding, publishing, and career progression. ORD can help by finding appropriate funding mechanisms, assisting in project development, editing, and reviewing proposal and manuscript documents, and with finding collaborators to build a strong network.
Established Researchers
Distinguish Your Research Career
Established researchers perform independent research with independent funding. They have a demonstrated high level of productivity and a distinguished record of original contributions as a recognized leader in their research field, often serving as mentors and role models in their scientific expertise areas.
As such, established researchers are eligible funding awards that early career researchers do not qualify for, including service awards, career development awards, and certain fellowships. If you are interested in altering the direction of your research career, mentoring early career researchers, or seeking international training programs, ORD is here to help you.
Student Researchers
Explore Careers in Research
The opportunity to conduct research either independently or with a Principal Investigator is exciting. ORD can help you navigate new areas so that you become knowledgeable in the research process, whether it’s finding PIs who support student work, becoming familiar with the components that make up funding proposals, or learning about career opportunities in research administration.