Guidelines for the Faculty Development Fund (FDF)
The following is an important list of general terms and guidelines for the expenditure of funds on the FDF:
The Faculty Development Fund (FDF) supports a diverse range of activities, including conference travel, professional development, workshops, fieldwork, data set purchases, and research-related expenses. All expenditures must adhere to university policies and procedures.
Academic Travel
- Planning: Academic travel must be scheduled to minimize disruption to classroom obligations. Faculty should plan travel to avoid missing classes whenever possible. Consult the Rescheduled or Missed Class Policy before finalizing travel plans.
- Arrangements: Travel can be arranged through the university’s Travel Office or independently by the faculty member. If arranged independently, faculty may seek reimbursement in accordance with the Expense Report Policies and Procedures.
- Policies: All travel-related expenses must comply with the Travel Policy.
Hiring Consultants or Vendors
- Contracts: Any activity requiring the hiring of a consultant (e.g., an editor or external research assistant) or a vendor (e.g., a publisher or survey research firm) must be governed by a contract approved by the university before any work begins.
- Contact: Please reach out to guqgrants@georgetown.edu as early as possible to arrange an approved contract. Under no circumstances should a promise of payment be made or work commenced before securing an approved contract.
Research Involving Human Subjects
- IRB Approval: All research involving human subjects must receive approval from the Institutional Review Board (IRB) before any funds can be expended. Ensure that IRB approval is obtained and documented before beginning any human subject research.
Additional Resources
For more detailed information on specific processes, please refer to the following resources:
Applying for Institutional Review Board (IRB) Approval