Unlocking Potential (UP) Pathway

Building on the groundwork laid by the STARS initiative, the UP pathway extends the investment made by Rice in the Research Administration career path, employing a three-pronged strategy to develop and maintain expertise at Rice.

The UP pathway is available to all staff upon successful completion of either STARS, or their probationary period with Rice (whichever comes first).

Rice UP

• Rice-specific systems, policy, and process training courses provided by subject matter experts (e.g. “Dollars Making Sense”). Ongoing

Level UP

• Research Administration-specific knowledge training courses. Culminates in Society of Research Administrators International (SRAI) accreditation. Begins April/May 2025

RAMP UP

• Research Administration Mentoring Program to foster professional development and career growth for Research Administration staff. Active cohort (4/16 - 10/15)