We are excited to share a new opportunity to recognize the outstanding contributions of UVA Health team members who conduct or support research — the Hoos Research Champion Awards.
This award, originating from the Spark Innovation Competition, celebrates research team members whose dedication, expertise, and teamwork enhance the culture of research excellence at UVA Health. Each year, three Hoos Research Champions will be selected to receive $1,000, an engraved award, and recognition in UVA Health publications.
Who is eligible?
Any UVA Health team member who conducts or supports research is eligible to be nominated. This includes (but is not limited to) research lab staff, clinical research coordinators, grants and contracts staff, core facility staff, and vivarium staff. UVA faculty and students are not eligible to receive this award.
How are winners selected?
A team of evaluators, including faculty and research staff from across the health system, will review nominations and select winners. The review team includes representatives from the Office of Grants and Contracts, Office of Research Core Administration, and iThriv. In future years, past winners will also join the team of evaluators.
Winners will be selected based on a holistic review of the following criteria:
- Expertise
- Attitude and passion for their job
- Building others up (training or helping others)
- Bringing people together
Each reviewer will consider all aspects of the review criteria in their evaluations. The evaluation team aims for a rigorous and fair selection process and also recognizes that contributions to the research environment take many forms. The goal is to ensure that all meaningful contributions are valued and that the process remains as inclusive as possible.
How to submit a nomination?
Submit nominations via the link below by April 11, 2025.
- Name of nominee
- Title/Department
- Why they deserve recognition (e.g., expertise, passion, teamwork, or community-building efforts)
Who can nominate?
Any UVA Health team member can nominate a deserving colleague.
[Click here to submit a nomination]
Questions?
Contact Danny Burdine, Director of Research Operations (rfs6ee@virginia.edu).
For more information, see the article in Connect.
Filed Under: Call for Nominations, Research