2026 NSF CAREER AWARD WORKSHOP SERIES
The Office of Proposal Development (OPD) is pleased to present the 2026 NSF CAREER
Award Workshop Series. This virtual workshop series is designed to assist early-career
faculty in developing competitive proposals for the National Science Foundation (NSF)
Faculty Early Career Development Program (CAREER), due July 22, 2026. In addition to the workshops, OPD is offering a suite of services
to provide individualized proposal development support. Details are provided below:
REGISTER HERE FOR WORKSHOPS AND SERVICES
BY FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2026
WORKSHOPS:
NSF CAREER Kickoff
When: Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 10 am to 11 am
An overview of the NSF CAREER proposal process, including sponsor and internal requirements.
Presented by OPD and the Office of Sponsored Programs.
Write Winning NSF CAREER Proposals Workshop*
When: Friday, March 6, 2026 at 9 am to 12:30 pm and Monday, March 9, 2026 at 9 am
to 12:30 pm
*Space is limited
If you are a tenure-track early-career faculty member or researcher planning to pursue
an NSF CAREER award, this is a must-attend, two-part virtual workshop focused on building
competitive, compelling CAREER proposals and strengthening your extramural funding
strategy.
Led by Dr. John D. Robertson of Grant Writers Seminars & Workshops, LLC, this workshop
covers both conceptual and practical elements of successful NSF proposal writing.
Participants will gain insider insight into the NSF review process and learn strategies
for developing a compelling research vision, crafting impactful education and broader
impacts plans, and writing effectively for both assigned and non-assigned reviewers.
Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your CAREER proposal and position your research
for long-term success.
Educational and Outreach Partners Workshop
When: Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 11 am to 12:30 pm
An opportunity to meet outreach partners from across campus. Representatives will
provide an overview of their services and collaboration opportunities, followed by
time for questions and discussion.
Meet and Greet with Past Awardees
When: Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 10 am to 11:30 am
Hear from past CAREER award recipients about their experiences with the proposal process
and lessons learned.
Evaluation Plan Workshop
When: Monday, May 11, 2026 at 2 pm to 3 pm
Learn how to develop an evaluation plan for the educational activities required in
an NSF CAREER proposal. Presented by the Office of Educational Effectiveness.
Data Management Workshop
When: TBD
PROPOSAL SUPPORT SERVICES:
One-on-one Appointments
Budget Development Assistance
Assistance with MyResearch
Education Plan Assistance
Copy Editing Services
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL WORKSHOPS AND SERVICES
PLEASE REGISTER HERE
All early-career faculty are welcome. Zoom links will be sent to all registrants prior to each workshop.
Questions should be directed to OPD_OVPR@stonybrook.edu or (631) 632-3127.