NTT Professional/Career Development Funding

The Rutgers School of Environmental and Biological Sciences (SEBS) provides financial support to SEBS non-tenure track (NTT) faculty members who apply to engage in professional development or career advancement activities.

The main criterion for this grant is the demonstration of a clearly defined link to professional/career goals and how the proposed activity will support those goals.

It is the intention of this funding opportunity to support and enhance teaching, defined in its broadest sense. Whether an NTT faculty title is teaching or research, this funding opportunity recognizes that proficiency in teaching is a central aspect of professional/career development.

Eligibility Requirements

• Applicants must be full-time, non-tenure track faculty members at SEBS (instructor and higher, both teaching, professional practice are eligible).
• Applicants must submit a clear rationale as to how the funds will advance their professional development.
• Applications from individuals involved in teaching undergraduate/graduate courses will be given priority.
• Applicants are eligible to apply once per calendar year.

Post-award Requirements for Reimbursement

• All requests must be pre-approved; requests for reimbursement will not be accepted.
• Faculty will be asked to provide a short, post-activity report detailing their activities, which may be shared on this webpage.

Examples of professional development activities include, but are not limited to:

• Conference-related expenses (i.e., registration fees, accommodations, and travel)
• Registration fees for professional development workshops or career networking opportunities
• Other activities will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis

As the grant draws on a limited pool of funds, availability of funds cannot be guaranteed. If the cost of the activity exceeds the amount approved, the individual is responsible for the balance.