How to Apply

The application process is straightforward and should take no more than one hour to complete. [Membership forms & documents...]

The applicant is responsible for completing the first step of the five step process.

Step 1: Applicant

• Read the Membership Application Guidelines
• Complete and sign your Membership Application, confirming acceptance of member responsibilities
• Attach the required supporting documentation as detailed on application form
• Obtain the signatures of your secondary cluster head(s) (if applicable)
• Submit your application package to the head(s) of the primary cluster you have selected

At this point the application is forwarded automatically to the appropriate signing authorities.

It will only return to the applicant if there is a problem such as missing information or if the cluster head requests additional information about how your research fits within their research cluster.

Step 2: Research Cluster Head

• Review the application package
• Sign the application form, confirming membership in the cluster
• Forward the signed application package to the appropriate academic department head

Step 3: Academic Department Head

• Review the application package
• Sign the application form, confirming applicant’s eligibility for the category of membership selected
• Forward the application package to CFRI for processing

Step 4: CFRI’s Deputy Director

• Review the application package
• Consult with the academic department head and/or the cluster head as needed
• Forward recommendation for acceptance of Application for Membership to the CFRI Board of Directors

Step 5: CFRI Board of Directors

• Approve membership with CFRI and confirm the institute’s commitment of support.

Last updated: 06/10/2010