Join CISE as a Rotator

Directorate for Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE)

The U.S. National Science Foundation Directorate for Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE) plays a significant role in supporting and advancing scientific research and innovation. Many CISE program directors, science advisors and leaders are rotators on temporary leave from their home institutions to work for a period of one to four years. 

Being a CISE rotator has many benefits, including: 

  • Exposure to programs and research that leads to innovation. 
  • Expansion of knowledge and skill sets on funding, science policy, project management and outreach. 
  • Professional network growth that includes government agencies, policymakers, researchers and community leaders. 
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How rotators benefit CISE and the research community

Rotators help ensure that CISE programs reflect the current needs of the field and keep CISE-supported efforts at the frontier of discovery and innovation by: 

  • Bringing fresh perspectives from across the country. 
  • Influencing new directions for research, research infrastructure and education, including in emerging interdisciplinary areas. 
  • Ensuring that CISE maintains a close connection with the broader community by building and nurturing trust. 

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Hear from recent rotators

Jim Kurose
Jim Kurose, former CISE assistant director, speaks about the vital roles rotators play at the U.S. National Science Foundation, serving as program directors, science advisors or in leadership roles.
Credit: National Science Foundation
Anita Nikolich
Anita Nikolich speaks about her experience serving in a rotator position as a program director in the Office of Advanced Cyberinfrastructure.
Credit: National Science Foundation
Beth Plale
Beth Plale speaks about her experience serving in a rotator position as a science advisor in the Office of Advanced Cyberinfrastructure.
Credit: National Science Foundation
Jack Snoeyink
Jack Snoeyink speaks about his experience serving in a rotator position as a program director in the Division of Computing and Communication Foundations.
Credit: National Science Foundation

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