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Research Training and Education Services

  • Propel program lead Dr. Emily Devereux greets a faculty researcher at a Propel program event.

Faculty Research Trainings

Faculty research trainings provide expert-led programs covering a broad range of topics such as enhancing competitiveness for sponsored funding, crafting proposals that align with various agencies' expectations and boosting research initiatives.

Funding-Focused Faculty Researcher Training Programs and Workshops

From sessions on grant administration to workshops delving into evolving agency nuances, faculty engaged in research will undoubtedly derive value from our diverse trainings, regardless of their experience level.


Propel Research Mentorship Program

Propel fosters intellectual community and provides a toolbox for researchers as they apply for funding from two major federal agencies, the National Institutes of Health and the National Science Foundation.


PI Academy

The PI Academy introduces faculty to USC grant processes and provides guidance for administering grants through various university offices.

On-Demand PI Academy Sessions »


Agency Workshops

Agency workshops introduce grant-awarding agencies, their funding opportunities and effective strategies for crafting agency-specific proposals.

On-Demand Agency Workshops »

Faculty Research Training Events

SPARC program panel with Q&A

Monday, Sep. 22, 2025

Location: See event description for more details.

South Carolina Research Administration State Conference

Thursday, Sep. 25, 2025

Location: Russell House Ballroom

Cost: $0

South Carolina Research Administration State Conference

Friday, Sep. 26, 2025

Location: Russell House Ballroom

Cost: $0

PI Academy: HR Processes for Hiring on Sponsored Funding

Friday, Oct. 3, 2025

Location: See event description for more details.

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