Tenure/Promotion
Connect with us to identify meaningful support on your path to tenure.
Recommended Programs:
Early Career and Racial Equity Program
Rutgers Connection Network Faculty Mentoring Program
Cohort-based Programs
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Use the cohort program descriptions below to identify the best fit for your needs.
Many faculty complete more than one program, but you can only apply for one program in each yearlong cycle. Start with the program that matches your immediate needs, and sign up for our mailing list to stay informed about ongoing enrichment opportunities throughout the year.
Early Career and Racial Equity (ECARE) Program
The Early Career and Racial Equity (ECARE) program is designed to promote inclusive community for early career faculty who may face isolation and bias in academia and/or whose research focus is on racial equity and disparities.
All pre-tenure Rutgers faculty are welcome to apply.
OASIS Leadership & Professional Development Program
The OASIS Leadership and Professional Development program is designed to promote inclusive community, combat isolation and mitigate against bias, helping faculty develop the skills necessary to lead and advance in academia, with special attention to the unique challenges women faculty face as they navigate higher ranks and leadership in academia.
All faculty are encouraged to apply.
Rutgers Connection Network (RCN) Mentoring Program
The Rutgers Connection Network (RCN) Faculty Mentoring Program is designed to increase the engagement and scholarly productivity of Rutgers faculty by providing the infrastructure, training, and facilitation to enable effective and collaborative mentoring partnerships beyond the departmental level.
All full time faculty are welcome to apply as either a mentee or to serve as a mentor.
Identity and Leadership (I-LEAD) Program
The Identity and Leadership (I-LEAD) program is designed to provide faculty with opportunities to enhance their leadership, increase effectiveness at navigating identity-related challenges on their leadership journey, and build career enhancing and supportive networks.
All full-time faculty at the Associate rank and above are encouraged to apply.
Still unsure which program to choose?
The Faculty Diversity Collaborative is organized around three primary areas of support. The cohort programs support tenure/promotion and leadership, but we have other resources to foster community. Review the summary statements below and explore the recommended programs and resources to find one that meets your needs.
Leadership
Connect with us to increase your effectiveness at navigating identity-related challenges in leadership roles
Recommended Programs:
OASIS Leadership & Professional Development Program
Identity and Leadership (I-LEAD) Program
Community
Connect with us to find your community, support career development, and build connections that can reduce isolation.
Recommended Resources:
FDC Peer Network
Faculty-led Affinity Networks (FANs)
Are you passionate about building an inclusive academic climate that retains students and faculty?
The FDC relies on faculty partners to support peer success. If any of these statements describe you, we need your help!
I have mentored graduate students/postdocs/trainees and want to be intentional in supporting junior colleagues.
I am interested in supporting faculty on the path to promotion and tenure.
I am interested in supporting the development of emerging faculty leaders.
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