Research Incentive

As a key pillar of its IUB 2030 strategic plan, Indiana University Bloomington is committed to prioritizing the acceleration of research and creativity that address complex societal challenges, build on areas of historic strength, and capitalize on emerging opportunities. The set of plans and programs established in this document (collectively, the “IUB Research Incentive Plan”) is intended to increase the volume and scope of high-impact research and creativity, consistent with IUB 2030 goals and metrics.

The IUB Research Incentive Plan consists of four programs:

The IUB Research Incentive Plan will go into effect on July 1, 2024. The Plan will be evaluated annually with regard to its impact on IUB 2030 metrics and in consideration of the financial state of the campus. As such, the Plan may be withdrawn or amended by the Provost prior to the beginning of each fiscal year thereafter.

The IUB Research Incentive Plan supplants similar existing programs and policies at the school or department level. However, related incentives outlined in offer or retention letters dated prior to July 1, 2024 will continue to be honored for a period of two years if preferred over the Plan. Starting July 1, 2026, all individual arrangements will be replaced by the Plan unless otherwise approved by the faculty member’s dean and the Provost.