Research Development Support for NSF Faculty Career Development (CAREER)
GMU offers resources and expert guidance to help faculty develop competitive NSF CAREER research proposals, supporting strong science and broader impacts in their submissions.
Funder: George Mason University
Due Dates: July 24, 2026 (NSF CAREER proposal deadline)
Funding Amounts: No direct funding; provides resources and guidance for NSF CAREER proposals, which typically offer a minimum of $400,000–$500,000 over five years.
Summary: Internal program to support GMU faculty in preparing competitive NSF CAREER proposals through targeted resources and expert guidance.
Key Information: Available only to George Mason University faculty seeking NSF CAREER awards.
Description
This program at George Mason University offers comprehensive resources, tools, and personalized guidance to assist faculty in developing strong proposals for the National Science Foundation (NSF) Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) Program. It is designed to support Mason faculty at every stage of proposal preparation, including access to successful application examples, proposal writing guides, and direct consultation with experienced faculty and research development staff. The aim is to enhance the quality and competitiveness of NSF CAREER submissions from GMU.
