Guidance for Primary Call Applicants on Research Criteria

This guide provides essential information for primary call applicants regarding the Research Quality and Research Benefit criteria relevant to their chosen Stream. It outlines the importance of developing clear and concise responses to questions that align with these criteria, as both aspects are assessed separately by reviewers. The document details the merit principle of Research Quality, emphasizing the need for a robust disciplinary rationale, sound methods, and demonstrable feasibility in research proposals. It also describes the assessment process by the Research Advisory Committee, which consists of marine research experts. Additionally, the guide explains the various Streams available for applicants, including policy-driven, discipline-driven, strategic partnerships, technology and innovation, and user-funded research. Each Stream has specific requirements that applicants must address to ensure their proposals meet the necessary criteria for fully funded sea time on the CSIRO research vessel, RV Investigator.