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Proposal Submission Information

Call for Proposals

69th Annual Meeting

Share your expertise. Inspire your colleagues. Help advance the research administration profession.

Save the Date August 6–9, 2027
 
Proposal Deadline: October 30, 2026

Submit a Proposal
About the Annual Meeting

Share Ideas That Move the Profession Forward

NCURA's 69th Annual Meeting brings together the research administration community for an exceptional learning experience designed to advance careers, strengthen professional knowledge and increase effectiveness at institutions.

NCURA welcomes proposals that reflect different perspectives, sound adult-learning principles and the best thinking in the profession, informed by theory, research and practice.

Content

  • Innovative, cutting-edge and evidence-based practices
  • Regulatory information and best business practices
  • Issues relevant to the broader research administration community

Instructional Design

  • Stimulate discussion and audience engagement
  • Facilitate knowledge transfer and development of new competencies
  • Draw upon participants' existing knowledge and experiences
  • Demonstrate relevance through real-life case studies

Audience

  • Professionals new to research administration
  • Emerging leaders and experienced practitioners
  • Senior leaders and executives
  • Different types of adult learners
Bring different perspectives to the conversation. NCURA requests all submissions consider an inclusive presentation team. Please limit your presentations to no more than two conference sessions and one workshop. This will ensure we will have many perspectives and opportunities for the community to get involved.
Find Your Fit

Topic Areas

Consider which area best represents your proposed session. While a proposal may touch on several subjects, select the primary topic area that most closely aligns with your content.

Artificial Intelligence, Data, Systems Departmental Executive Leadership Federal/Sponsors/Agencies Financial/Post-Award International/Global Medical/Clinical/Industry Organizational and Professional Development Pre-Award/Research Development PUI/ERI (Emerging Research Institutes) Research Compliance and Ethics Workshops
Choose Your Format

Learning Formats

Select the format that best supports the experience you want participants to have.

INTERACTIVE

Workshop

Hands-on, interactive programs taught by topic-area experts. Workshops provide participants with an opportunity for deeper exploration and practical application.

PRESENTATION + Q&A

Concurrent Session

Structured educational sessions supported by a presentation and designed to provide practical information, strategies and takeaways for participants.

CONVERSATION

Discussion Group

Facilitated small-group conversations where participants explore a specific topic and share experiences, ideas and practical approaches with one another.

COMMUNITY DIALOGUE

Open Forum

Moderated dialogue and exchange around a selected topic. Participants are encouraged to share insights, ask questions and explore ideas together.

Know Your Audience

Knowledge Levels

Choose the level that best reflects the knowledge and experience participants should bring to your session.

Basic

Fundamental knowledge for participants with limited experience or those looking to strengthen foundational skills.

Intermediate

Designed for participants with established knowledge who want to build upon, apply or enhance existing skills.

Advanced

In-depth, high-level content for experienced professionals, senior staff and executives with significant expertise.

Overview

A general review of a subject area from a broader perspective.

Update

A review of important new developments within a subject area.

How Proposals Are Reviewed

Proposal Process & Selection Criteria

A program committee of NCURA member volunteers with expertise in research administration will review submitted proposals. Proposals are evaluated using five criteria.

01Originality
02Relevance
03Program Design
04Ability to Inspire Action
05Overall Quality
Before You Submit

Presenter & Proposal Guidelines

Please review these requirements carefully before submitting your proposal.

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Submit Online

All proposals must be submitted using the online submission form. A successful submission will generate an on-screen confirmation number.

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Use Clear, Compelling Language

Include a clear title, an outcome-focused description of no more than 150 words and three action-oriented learning objectives.

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Use Proper Attributions

Quotations and excerpts should be properly attributed. Unattributed material may result in exclusion from review or acceptance.

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Avoid Commercial Bias

Presentations must avoid commercial bias and adhere to NCURA's Equitable Participation Guidelines .

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No Research Studies

Presenters may not conduct research studies during their presentations.

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Meet Published Deadlines

Accepted presenters must remain responsive to NCURA and meet all published deadlines, including deadlines for submitting program materials.

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Include Different Perspectives

Presentation teams should bring together perspectives and experiences that strengthen the learning experience for participants.

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Observe Intellectual Property Rights

Presenters are responsible for ensuring that materials, illustrations and images are factual, not misleading and do not violate third-party intellectual property or copyright.

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Follow Presenter Limits

Presentation teams must follow the presenter limits established for their selected learning format.

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Register for the Annual Meeting

Accepted presenters are asked to register for the 69th Annual Meeting. Presenter registration information and applicable discounts will be provided to accepted presenters.

Ready to Share Your Expertise?

Submit Your Proposal for the 69th Annual Meeting

Join the research administration community August 6–9, 2027.

Submit a Proposal

I have reviewed and agree to the Rules of Engagement for presenting & ready to submit my proposal 

For questions, please contact Tracey King, Senior Director, Conference Education & Sponsorship - king@ncura.edu.