CSI Research Fellow honorarium: $500 (one case study) or $1,000 (two case studies)
Eligibility
Faculty must hold a faculty, adjunct, or visiting instructor position at an accredited institution.; Candidates from related fields like urban design, planning, ecology, architecture, or engineering are considered.; Student must be currently enrolled graduate, PhD candidate, or undergraduate (in special cases).; Student's graduation date must not fall within the CSI program timeline.
Requirements
Demonstrated interest or expertise in landscape performance.; Ability to lead team collaborations and work with firms.; Develop methods to quantify benefits and coordinate research.; Manage IRB process and participate in program webinars.; Student must have strong critical thinking, project management, and quantitative skills.
Application materials
Faculty and design firms apply in partnership, submitting separate applications.; Application submitted through SlideRoom online platform.; Materials must be submitted by 11:59pm EDT on November 1, 2025.
How to apply
Visit http://lafoundation.slideroom.com to access the application system.; Create an account and select the 'Research Fellow' application type.
Important dates
Program runs: February 2 to August 3, 2026; Application deadline: November 1, 2025; Notification of decision: Mid-December
Contact
Megan Barnes (Senior Program Manager): mbarnes@lafoundation.org
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