In addition to your application, you will need to upload:
- Resume or CV
- Chair/Supervisor Approval Form
- Optional Letter of Support
CONTACT
Vikki Carpenter, Ph.D.
Institutional Review Board Advisory Committee
(509) 865-2177, Internal Extension 2120
carpenter_v@heritage.edu
PROGRAM DETAILS & SUPPORT
Program Timeline
Spring 2027 – Fall 2027
Application window: May 15 through October 31, 2026
Fellowship Commitment
• Monthly check-ins with IRBAC or assigned mentor
• Participation in TIER research workshops
• End-of-year report and Research Symposium presentation
What You Will Receive
• Research Support: Funding for materials, travel, or course release (as available)
• Mentorship: Opportunities to receive or provide mentorship
• Professional Development: Workshops on research design, grant writing, ethics, and dissemination
• Community of Practice: Interdisciplinary collaboration and peer feedback
ELIGIBILITY & SELECTION
Who Should Apply
• Full-time Heritage University faculty
• All disciplines and research approaches welcome
• Applicants with a defined research, scholarly, or creative project
• Individuals committed to mentorship and collaboration
Inclusive by Design
All methodologies and disciplines are encouraged—quantitative, qualitative, applied, theoretical, and creative.
Selection Criteria
Applications are reviewed through a blind, multidisciplinary process with emphasis on:
• Research clarity and merit
• Feasibility within one year
• Mentorship engagement
• Potential for growth and impact