Review Process

Applications that are complete and responsive to this announcement will be evaluated for merit by the Faculty Research Council. The Faculty Research Council will provide a prioritized list of recommendations for funding to the Vice President for Research and Health Sciences based on the review criteria described below. The Vice President for Research and Health Sciences will make awards based on the Faculty Research Council recommendations and available funds.

Review Criteria

• The extent to which this new position(s) enhances the University’s capacity for research and education, such as strengthening existing facilities, instrumentation, networks, and partnerships
   
• The potential of the proposed position(s) to cultivate and sustain an independent research program
   
• Clear documentation that the position(s) is new and does not serve as a replacement.
   
• The potential for the proposed position to strengthen research in an area that is a priority for USC.
   
• An explanation of how the position will have a positive effect on the existing faculty, University culture and/or resources.
   
• Ways in which the scientific and academic environment in which the position(s) will be hired contribute to the probability of success.
   
• In the case of Junior CP faculty, clear articulation of a plan for mentorship.
   
• A budget that clearly illustrates matching and ongoing commitment of the Department and College to the CP position.
   
• A detailed and clearly articulated plan for the long term sustainability of the CP position.