University of Florida Foundation Term Professorships Program
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The University of Florida IFAS Foundation Term Professorships Program honors faculty with exceptional research achievements and supports their continued scientific advancement.
Funder: University of Florida IFAS
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2027: Department Chairs/Center Directors submit one nomination to UF/IFAS Dean for Research Office (internal) | August 2027: UF/IFAS nomination due to the Provost's office (projected)
Funding Amounts: Three-year term professorship; award may be used for salary/fringe (up to 50%) and/or research expenses (including graduate assistantship support).
Summary: Recognizes and supports UF faculty with outstanding research accomplishments to advance university preeminence.
Description
The University of Florida Foundation Term Professorships Program is designed to honor and support faculty members with exceptional research achievements, furthering the university’s preeminence goals. Administered by the UF Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Office of the Dean for Research, this program offers three-year term professorships to faculty who have demonstrated substantial research assignments and significant national or international recognition in their fields. The professorship aims to foster a culture of research excellence and provide resources to faculty who contribute to the university’s mission.
