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It outlines the essential components and considerations for crafting a supportive letter from a department head to accompany a faculty member's CAREER proposal. The template emphasizes confirming the department's support for the PI's research and education activities, detailing the PI's qualifications and integration into the department's goals, and specifying the departmental support mechanisms. Key considerations include adhering to a two-page limit, demonstrating a commitment to integrating research and education, and addressing potential joint appointments. 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His/her research and education activities are well integrated into the goals of the department and college, and the department will fully support his/her success and professional development.\nDr. (NAME) joined the (DEPARTMENT NAME) in (YEAR) as a tenure-track assistant professor, and therefore is eligible for the National Science Foundation’s CAREER program. Dr. (NAME) has established a successful research and education program in (TOPIC), which includes (list research and education efforts).\nUse this paragraph to describe the PI’s career goals in research and education, current responsibilities, and how the proposed CAREER project fits with these goals.\nUse this paragraph to describe how the PI’s career goals fit with the goals of the department\nUse this paragraph to list the ways in which the department will provide support for the CAREER project, and specifically that the department head will ensure the mentoring of the PI, both during and beyond the award period.\nSincerely,\nDepartment Head Name\nDepartment Head Title\nNote: Red text signifies elements of the letter that must be changed by the PI prior to submission.\nAdditional Considerations for Letter:\nNo more than 2 pages in length\nShould demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to the effective integration fo research and education throughout the award period and beyond\nIf the applicant is in 2 departments, the letter should be from the department in which tenure will be granted. If tenure is a joint decision, the letter should be jointly written and signed by the two department heads.","cbCaiaK7XNNUv3gh","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiaK7XNNUv3gh","docx",32972,"English","# Departmental Letter\n## NSF CAREER Proposal Template\n## Organization Letterhead\n## RE: Dr. (NAME)’s NSF CAREER Proposal Entitled CAREER: PROJECT NAME\n## Date\n## To whom it may concern:\n## Sincerely,\n## Department Head Name\n## Department Head Title\n## Additional Considerations for Letter:","[{\"question\":\"What is the purpose of this departmental letter template?\",\"answer\":\"This template is designed to help faculty at Florida State University create a supportive departmental letter to accompany their NSF CAREER proposals, confirming departmental commitment and integration of research and education activities.\"},{\"question\":\"What information should be included in the departmental letter?\",\"answer\":\"The letter should confirm departmental support, highlight the PI's qualifications and research/education program, explain how the PI's goals align with the department's, and detail the specific support the department will provide, including mentoring.\"},{\"question\":\"Are there any specific formatting or content requirements for the letter?\",\"answer\":\"Yes, the letter should not exceed two pages, demonstrate an understanding and commitment to integrating research and education, and if the applicant has joint appointments, the letter should be jointly written or signed by the relevant department heads.\"}]","Departmental Letter - NSF CAREER Proposal Template | DOCX"]