Consortium for Advanced Science and Engineering
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About CASE
The University of Chicago Consortium for Advanced Science and Engineering (UChicago CASE) aims to broaden the intellectual scope of research activities at UChicago and affiliated institutions.
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Affiliated Institutions
By granting University affiliation to scientists and scholars at affiliated institutions, UChicago CASE catalyzes new collaborations in the biological, computational, physical and social sciences, engineering, and public policy.
UChicago CASE facilitates joint research projects through greater access to faculty, facilities and funding opportunities. The standard UChicago CASE is an at-Large appointment. Unit-affiliated appointments come with additional privileges and require Division vetting and approval.
Affiliated Institutions
Apply to be a member
UChicago CASE membership categories grant progressive privileges to its members.
Review these categories carefully before submitting your membership application.
Membership Privileges
Staff Member or Postdoc at-Large
- Access to UChicago facilities and library
- Ability to charge time and grants without a subcontract
- Access to mail forwarding, VPN, Wireless Networking, Wireless Networking Secure, Web Proxy, and Box
Note: Appointments are linked to supervisor’s CASE status
(Senior) Scientist/Scholar at-Large
- Access to UChicago facilities and library
- Ability to charge time and grants without a subcontract
- Access to mail forwarding, VPN, Wireless Networking, Wireless Networking Secure, Web Proxy, and Box
- Serve as a PI or co-investigator on grant applications at the University
- Purchase equipment via the University for use on University-administered grants
- Hire and supervise staff at the University
Note: Does not include supervision of or co-mentoring UChicago students or postdocs
(Senior) Scientist/Scholar Affiliated with a Unit
- Access to UChicago facilities and library
- Ability to charge time and grants without a subcontract
- Access to mail forwarding, VPN, Wireless Networking, Wireless Networking Secure, Web Proxy, and Box
- Serve as a PI or co-investigator on grant applications at the University
- Purchase equipment via the University for use on University-administered grants
- Hire and supervise staff at the University
- Co-supervise and co-mentor UChicago students and postdocs
Note: Affiliated with a Unit appointments require review and approvals from the UChicago School/Division, CASE, and Provost Offices.
Application Requirements
Staff Member or Postdoc at-Large
- Completed, submitted UChicago CASE application in Workday including:
- CV (NSF format preferred)
- Recommendation (letter of support on lab letterhead) from CASE Sponsor/CASE PI
- Home institution JA approval documents submitted to UChicago CASE
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(Senior) Scientist/Scholar at-Large
- Completed, submitted UChicago CASE application in Workday including:
- CV (NSF format preferred)
- Recommendation (letter of support on lab letterhead) from Supervisor
- Home institution JA approval documents submitted to UChicago CASE
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(Senior) Scientist/Scholar Affiliated with a Unit
- Completed, submitted UChicago CASE application in Workday including:
- CV (NSF format preferred)
- Recommendation (letter of support on lab letterhead) from Supervisor
- Home institution JA approval documents submitted to UChicago CASE
- Affiliation packet of in-depth committee and/or faculty review submitted to UChicago CASE by the School/Division
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For Divisional assistance with CASE Affiliated with a Unit appointments, please contact:
Physical Sciences Division (PSD)
Sharon Bryant
Director of Academic Affairs and Chief of Staff
(773) 795-3665
sbryant1@uchicago.edu
Biological Sciences Division (BSD)
Connie Lee
Associate Dean for Basic Science
(773) 834-4790
cmlee@bsd.uchicago.edu
Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering (PME)
LaKesha Lloyd, EA to the Dean & Santana Bradford, HR Generalist
lakesha@uchicago.edu & sbradford@uchicago.edu
GRC Participants:
Visit GRC online or contact Lisa Vonesh at lvonesh@uchicago.edu
To review all UChicago CASE joint appointments and to apply:
UChicago Workday – CASE
Please note: New users to UChicago Workday will be required to create an account in order to Start an Application.
For assistance in applying to UChicago CASE, please contact:
Onboarding Process
Upon receipt of your UChicago CASE approval memo, it is essential to complete the onboarding process for UChicago CASE in order to finalize your joint appointment and exercise your membership privileges.
CNet ID assignment and UChicago systems access, required for proposal submission, can only be obtained through onboarding (post-approval).
1. Secure your UChicago systems access
HR: Workday and System Credentials
Beth Ziolkowski
Schedule an Appointment
bethz@uchicago.edu
Regenstein Library (Identity & Privileges Office): UChicago Campus Card & Library Services
(773) 702-3344
ipo@uchicago.edu
2. Opt-in to award services supporting research proposals and/or funding
Pre-Award
At-Large
Anna Jackson
(773) 834-2601
annaj@uchicago.edu
PME Affiliate
LaKesha Lloyd & Santana Bradford
lakesha@uchicago.edu & sbradford@uchicago.edu
PSD Affiliate
Sharon Bryant
(773) 795-3665
sbryant1@uchicago.edu
BSD Affiliate
Connie Lee
(773) 834-4790
cmlee@bsd.uchicago.edu
Post-Award
At-Large and PME Affiliate
Natasha Meier
(773) 702-8605
nameier@uchicago.edu
PSD Affiliate
Sharon Bryant
(773) 795-3665
sbryant1@uchicago.edu
BSD Affliate
Connie Lee
(773) 834-4790
cmlee@bsd.uchicago.edu
Renew your membership
UChicago CASE membership must be renewed based on the appointment effective date and length of term. UChicago CASE will send you a courtesy reminder at least one month before your renewal date.
Failure to renew your appointment could result in loss of UChicago system privileges and/or federal research funding. Please refer to the renewal criteria to ensure you complete all steps for re-appointment. An approval memo with updated terms of renewal cannot be sent until all steps are complete.
Note: Home institution re-appointment approvals should be sent directly to UChicago CASE.
To check your UChicago CASE membership renewal information, you may do so by logging into Workday @ UChicago. Here, you can view your UChicago profile which includes your contingent worker title (CASE membership type) as well as your contract end date (CASE membership term end) under “Job Details.” Please note that you must have a current, claimed UChicago CNet ID in order to view your Workday @ UChicago profile. If you have any questions on your UChicago CASE renewal status or term, please contact uchicagocase@uchicago.edu.
Renewal Criteria
CASE Staff /Postdoc at-Large, CASE Senior Scientist/Scientist or Scholar at-Large
- Renewal documents from your home institution, including an updated CV and supervisory approval; contact director or supervisor to initiate renewal, and send documentation to bethz@uchicago.edu
- Evidence of research activity such as submitted proposals and publications, provided via the Renewal Survey link on this page
CASE Senior Scientist/Scientist or Scholar Affiliated with a Unit
- All materials required for at-Large appointments (above)
- Updated Letter of Support submitted to UChicago CASE by Affiliated Unit/Division
Review Process
CASE Staff Member, Postdoc at-Large, CASE Senior Scientist or Scholar at-Large
- Request will be reviewed for approval after all materials are received by UChicago
CASE Senior Scientist/Scholar Affiliated with a Unit
- Request will be reviewed for approval after all materials are received and Letter of Support from Faculty Mentor is approved
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