Assistant Professor Leave Grant Program
Internal — Williams College only
Williams College’s Assistant Professor Leave Grant Program ensures full salary for pre-tenure assistant professors during leave, supporting their research if external funding is not obtained.
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Funder: Williams College
Due Dates: March 15, 2027 (Assistant Professor Leave Program internal deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to 25% of base institutional salary for one year (supplementing standard 75% leave pay); ensures 100% salary during pre-tenure leave if external funding is not secured.
Summary: Provides salary supplementation for reappointed tenure-line assistant professors at Williams College during their pre-tenure professional leave if external grant funding is unavailable.
Description
The Assistant Professor Leave Grant Program at Williams College is designed to financially support tenure-line assistant professors preparing for their pre-tenure professional leave. While the college expects faculty to seek external funding to supplement the standard 75% salary provided during this leave, the AP Leave Grant acts as a backstop: if external grants are not secured, the program supplements up to 25% of the faculty member’s base salary, ensuring full institutional pay for the leave period. The program is part of a broader effort to foster a proactive grant-seeking culture among tenure-track faculty, with the Williams College Grants Office offering comprehensive guidance and support throughout the process.
