Eminent Researcher Recruitment and Retention Program
The Eminent Researcher Recruitment and Retention Program funds Virginia public universities to attract and keep leading technology researchers, boosting innovation and commercialization in the state.
Funder: Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation
Due Dates: Rolling
Funding Amounts: Award size varies; typical project duration 6–24 months; minimum 1:1 match required.
Summary: Supports Virginia’s public research universities in recruiting and retaining top faculty researchers engaged in technology research, development, and commercialization.
Key Information: Applications must be submitted by the institution’s Office of Sponsored Programs; 1:1 matching funds required.
Description
The Eminent Researcher Recruitment and Retention Program (ERR), administered by the Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC), provides grant funding to Virginia’s public research colleges and universities. The program aims to attract and retain eminent faculty researchers involved in technology research, development, and commercialization, with a focus on building long-term, tenure-track positions. The ultimate goal is to strengthen Virginia’s innovation ecosystem by supporting research that drives technology translation, commercialization, and the formation of Virginia-based companies.
