Douglas W. Bray and Ann Howard Research Grant
Forecasted
This grant funds research on innovative assessment methods for selecting or developing managers and leaders, with an emphasis on practical impact in organizational talent management.
Funder: Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Nomination/submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $12,000; single payment; no overhead or indirect costs allowed.
Summary: Funds research on innovative assessment methods for selecting or developing managers and leaders, emphasizing practical impact in talent acquisition and management.
Key Information: Grant funds cannot be used for overhead/indirect costs or for publication/presentation expenses.
Description
The Douglas W. Bray and Ann Howard Research Grant, administered by the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP) Foundation, supports research that advances innovative approaches to the effective use of assessments in selecting or developing managers and leaders. The grant encourages projects that explore new methods, analytic strategies, or practical applications of assessment data within talent acquisition and management. Research may utilize tools such as assessment centers, tests, interviews, resumes, 360 evaluations, individual assessments, and leadership simulations, with a focus on demonstrating practical implications for organizational practice. The funded work should contribute to understanding how assessments predict relevant outcomes, align with professional standards, and are accepted by users.
