Aug. 25, 2023
Postdoctoral Fellows as Principal Investigators (PIs) on Grants (Sponsored Projects)
Summary: Grant (sponsored projects) and fellowship applications submitted through sponsored programs at the University of Missouri with the postdoctoral fellow as the principal investigator should show the postdoctoral fellow as the principal investigator or co-principal investigator in the PeopleSoft Grants Module. Postdocs should be made “PI eligible” to reflect accurately their association with and authorship of the fellowship or grant submission. Background: Definition: Grants are one type of sponsored project. Sponsored Projects are activities funded by an entity outside the University of Missouri for a specific purpose, including, but not limited to, research, scholarly, instructional, travel, conference, training, or public…
July 26, 2021
Travel Approval
All university-related travel that is supported fully or in part by university funds, including any travel awards, departmental or program funding, or faculty support, must be authorized in advance of the travel. Please consult your department or program about the process they will follow for supervisor approval. To report planned and submit travel authorization for approval, please go to the domestic or international travel registry.
June 20, 2018
Postdoctoral Appointment Process
Postdoctoral Appointment Process Mizzou is committed to cultivating a campus environment that will encourage research excellence, independent thinking, and professional development in our postdoctoral scholar community. To facilitate this goal, a postdoctoral policy was approved for the Mizzou campus in September 2004. This policy is designed to identify the primary responsibilities and expectations of postdoctoral scholars and their faculty mentors to ensure a high-quality postdoctoral experience that reflects the balanced interests of postdoctoral trainees and their mentors. The initial appointment of postdoctoral scholars to the University of Missouri requires an offer letter signed by the faculty mentor and the department chair…
June 20, 2018
Intellectual Property & Research Guidelines for Postdoctoral Scholars
Intellectual Property & Research Guidelines for Postdoctoral Scholars Postdoctoral scholars must be made aware that the use and disposition of all data, software, research records and other materials generated in association with their training at Mizzou must be carried out in accordance with university policy. Learn more about intellectual property and copyright. Export Controls/Select Agents for Postdoctoral Fellows Federal law and administrative regulations limit technologies and materials that may be shared with non-U.S. citizens or non-permanent residents. These are overseen by the Departments of State, Commerce and Treasury. In general, technology with a military application must be licensed through…
June 20, 2018
Grievance Process for Postdoctoral Scholars
Grievance Process for Postdoctoral Scholars Postdoctoral appointees should be made aware of the options that are available to resolve problems that might arise between the appointee and the mentor during the period of their appointment. Although the types of remediation available to employee and stipend-funded postdocs differ in some respects, the first course of action should be to attempt to resolve the conflict locally via discussions with: 1. mentor, 2. department chair, and 3. the divisional dean. If these efforts fail, the next step would be to contact the Director of Postdoctoral Education.
June 20, 2018
International Postdoctoral Scholar Policies
International Postdoctoral Scholar Policies Whether in the classroom or in the research laboratory, international scholars play a critical role by contributing special skills and unique perspectives to the university’s teaching, research, and outreach mission. Mizzou hosts more than 900 of the estimated 134,000 international scholars engaged in teaching and research at U.S. institutions annually. The university also enrolls over 1,000 international graduate students annually; many continue their professional development through postdoctoral fellowships at Mizzou. Due to the challenges posed by increasingly restrictive and complex immigration regulations and security measures after Sept. 11, 2001, it is important to highlight several issues…
June 20, 2018
Postdoctoral Scholar Benefits & Funding
Postdoctoral Scholar Benefits & Funding Most postdoctoral scholars are considered full-time academic appointments. Those who are paid salaries from Mizzou funds, including grants and contracts, are benefit-eligible employees who can participate in health, dental, vision, life, and retirement benefits. Service credit under the UM retirement program requires a minimum of 1500 hours worked per year. In addition, as of July 1, 2025, those holding 12-month appointments are eligible for staff paid leave plans, including paid time off; parental leave; caregiver leave; winter break leave; and short-term disability. These benefits are detailed on the Faculty and Staff Benefits website.