Published: Aug. 11, 2023

The Research & Innovation Office (RIO) invites faculty new to the university’s creative work, research and scholarly community to join the Principal Investigator (PI) Academy. A virtual kickoff will welcome new and returning faculty on August 25th, 10–11 a.m. 

Through the PI Academy, presenters and facilitators actively engage faculty on several core research topics to ensure early investigators are well-positioned to identify, apply for and secure external funding for their research, scholarly and creative endeavors. Tenure track faculty members of any level who are interested in joining the PI Academy should register for the program by August 25.

During the kickoff webinar, PI Academy graduates and current and new participants will have the opportunity to get to know each other, ask questions, and learn more about the program and upcoming workshops. 

Oana Luca, Assistant Professor of Chemistry and graduate of the program notes that the PI Academy's workshops are "all designed to be an opportunity to learn, ask questions and make connections as you begin building your academic portfolio." These connections are an important part of the program, which has grown to include more than 100 faculty members representing various departments from across campus.

Fall 2023 Research Development Events

  • Faculty Webinars and Workshops  Throughout the fall semester
    Our fall event lineup is designed to help you find funding, get crucial support for proposal writing, and position your grant or fellowship application for success. 
    • Simons Foundation Info Session  August 30, 12–1 p.m. 
      Interested in applying to the Simons Foundation? We invite faculty and postdocs to this session led by Industry and Foundation Relations' Andrew Chiacchierini for an overview of the Simons Foundation—including a panel of previously funded individuals.
    • Broader Impacts Expo  October 18, 12–2 p.m.  
      All are welcome to attend this showcase of campus Broader Impacts providers. Dr. Holly Barnard, associate dean for research in the College of Arts and Sciences, will kick off the event with a brief presentation on the best practices for Broader Impacts. Participants will have an opportunity to network with colleagues and learn about centers, staff and services available to achieve their goals.
    • RIO Seed Grant Info Session  November 8, 12–1 p.m.  
      Designed to catalyze new areas of research, scholarship and creative work, the RIO Seed Grant Program awards nearly $1 million annually to Boulder faculty across all disciplines.