Research Excellence Award
This Award recognizes research excellence, impact and leadership by a FPGA faculty member over the preceding three years. Up to two awards may be given each year when warranted.
Criteria for Award
The Research Excellence Award will be based upon the successful applicant’s record of research and evidence of research leadership and impact in the past three years. The record should demonstrate general excellence in research and particularly evidence of leadership that has made a significant contribution to their field of research, appropriate to the field and the candidate’s stage of career. The focus is on the quality and impact of research activity more than simply volume of publications.
The three year period refers to consecutive calendar years (e.g., 2021, 2022, 2023). However, recognizing that publication schedules are not entirely within candidates’ control, publications from three months before or after the three year period may also be considered at the selection committee’s discretion; candidates are encouraged to explain the relevant circumstances. Faculty member who have taken an approved leave of duties beyond sabbatical and administrative leave (e.g., parental leave, medical leave, compassionate leave, etc.) may adjust their time period accordingly and are asked to specify these details in their application letter.
Applications
Faculty must self-apply. Chairs/Directors and faculty colleagues are encouraged to approach the faculty member to express their support and to encourage their application.
Application Package
Applicants must provide:
- a current curriculum vitae (please highlight all research achievements from the previous three years)
- a cover letter describing the specific achievements to be recognized, as appropriate to the candidate’s career stage (limit of 3 pages, 12-pt font, single-spaced)
- a letter of support from one colleague within Carleton University who is familiar with the work of the candidate (individual or team) and can speak to its quality and impact
Award Recognition
The recipient of the award will receive a $1,000 taxable cash award and a framed certificate. They will also be featured in a Faculty profile online and on social media to highlight their achievement.
Procedures and Selection Committee
Applicants should use the application submission form on the ODFPGA website to upload their materials. Completed application packages must be received by March 19, 2025.
The selection committee for the Research Excellence Award is chaired by the Associate Dean, Research and Graduate. The award selection committee membership will consist of past FPGA Research Excellence Award recipients. The selection committee will make its recommendation to the Dean.
Past FPGA Research Excellence Award Winners
Past winners are eligible to re-apply five years after receipt of their last award.
Please note that since the Office of the Dean sponsors these awards, faculty and professional staff working in the Office of the Dean are not eligible for these awards nor are they able to provide nominations or letters of support for others.