University Times

Call for Letters of Intent for Alzheimer’s Seed Monies Grant Program

The Alzheimer Disease Research Center (ADRC) is looking for pilot grants that will stimulate new and innovative research relevant to Alzheimer Disease. Eligible proposals may be awarded funds up to $25,000 (direct costs) for funding from April 1, 2018 to March 31, 2019.

Email a brief description of the proposed pilot study to Leslie Dunn, center administrator, at dunnlo@upmc.edu by October 6, 2017. Request full application guidelines by calling 412-692-2731. More information is available by downloading the full call for proposal.

Applicants Sought for Faculty Athletics Representative Role

Applications for the Faculty Athletics Representative (FAR) are now being accepted. The Faculty Athletics Representative is a NCAA-established position designated by the Chancellor that represents the institution’s relationships with the NCAA and its conference. Applicants must be a member of the University of Pittsburgh’s faculty or an administrator who holds faculty rank and shall not hold an administrative or coaching position in the athletics department.

The job description for this position is available here. To apply, please send a one-page statement of interest to FARep@pitt.edu. Application Deadline is Oct. 16, 2017.