Bronco PI Lab
Internal — Western Michigan University only
The Bronco PI Lab at Western Michigan University offers mentorship and research development resources to help pre-tenured faculty advance their research and grant-writing skills.
Funder: Western Michigan University
Due Dates: September 28, 2026: Nomination/Application deadline
Funding Amounts: No direct monetary award; program offers mentorship, workshops, and professional development resources.
Summary: Mentorship-driven program supporting pre-tenured faculty at WMU through networking, grant-writing workshops, and external mentor pairing.
Description
The Bronco PI Lab at Western Michigan University is a structured professional development initiative for pre-tenured, tenure-track faculty. The program focuses on building research skills, expanding professional networks, and enhancing grant-seeking capacity. Selected participants are paired with an external mentor in their field, receive priority access to proposal review services, and participate in a series of workshops on grant writing and research prospecting. The program aims to help early-career faculty develop strategic career plans and foster connections across the WMU community.
