MU Research Excellence Program: The MU Research Excellence Program (REP) is dedicated to enhancing the research mission of the university. It provides support to faculty with active grant funding to hire postdoctoral scholars. This initiative aims to elevate research productivity and advance the careers of postdoctoral scholars. The REP program is managed by the Office of Postdoctoral Education, a part of the Graduate School.
REP program objectives:
- Enhance research support, capacity, and productivity from high-performing faculty.
- Provide specialized training and support to postdoctoral scholars to advance their careers and prepare them for grants and early career awards.
- Foster collaboration between REP Faculty Scholars and REP Postdocs.
| Designation | Postdoctoral Scholar (REP Postdoc) |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Varied research areas based on REP Faculty Scholar expertise |
| Location | University of Missouri (MU), Columbia, Missouri, USA |
| Eligibility/Qualification |
- Only tenured Mizzou faculty members are eligible to apply for the REP Faculty Scholarships.
- Eligibility for REP Postdoctoral Scholarships is determined by REP Faculty Scholars with active grant funding.
Job Description:
- REP Faculty Scholars are selected to participate in the REP program and are responsible for hiring REP Postdocs.
- REP Postdocs are provided with a competitive salary and professional development funds.
- Professional development for REP Postdocs includes training in grant writing, personalized guidance in finding funding, and support in submitting for NIH K99 and other early career awards.
- The Office of Postdoctoral Education manages the REP hiring process and coordinates ongoing professional development.
How to Apply:
- REP Postdoctoral Scholarship: If a REP Faculty Scholar is accepting applications, interested candidates can apply directly to the respective faculty scholar.
- REP Faculty Scholarship: Faculty members with active grant funding are invited to apply for the REP program during the spring and fall application cycles. Applications are typically due by 5 PM (Central Time) on the first Monday of September and February each year. Application information is shared with faculty members in advance. For questions or inquiries, please contact Dr. Valli Sarveswaran, Director of the Office of Postdoctoral Education, at postdoc@missouri.edu.
Last Date for Apply: Application deadlines for REP Faculty Scholarships are typically on the first Monday of September and February each year. Please check the official website for exact dates and additional details.
Disclaimer: This job post is based on publicly available information and is not an official posting by the University of Missouri. For precise details and application procedures, please refer to the official University of Missouri website.
