New and Early Career Faculty

Northwestern offers programs specifically designed to support both tenure and non tenure-track faculty members in the early stages of their career.

New and Early Career Faculty Programs

Early Career Faculty Pathways Program

The Early Career Faculty Pathways Program aims to equip new and early career faculty with the knowledge and skills they need to thrive at Northwestern.

Provost's Small Group Faculty Mentoring Program

The Northwestern Provost’s Small Group Faculty Mentoring Program is a University-wide program that promotes career advancement, scholarly growth and well-being for early career faculty. On hiatus for 2026-2027.

Professional Development Events and Workshops

New and early career faculty are welcome to attend a variety of career development programs that are open to all faculty, including on topics such as communicating your research, mentoring, family-friendly events, and writing supports. Explore our calendar of events for upcoming programs and workshops designed to enhance faculty career success and satisfaction.