Administration

4.1 Nomination Process

1. A call for nominations for the Distinguished Contribution to Psychological Science Award will be:
   1. Advertised in Insights
   2. Provided to the Heads of School or Department of each tertiary institution or higher education provider in Australia.
2. Candidates must be nominated for the Award by a Member of the Society. Please note self-nominations cannot be accepted.
3. Nominations should be submitted using the Society's online nomination form and must include:
   1. A nomination form, completed by a Member of the Society, that addresses the items referred to in section 2
   2. A curriculum vitae which outlines details of all publications, grants and prizes; and
   3. Up to five (5) selected publications, with a one (1) page cover sheet indicating why they have been selected and how they reflect the Candidate’s contribution.
4. Nominations should be submitted electronically by the closing date.

4.2 Selection Process

1. A Selection Committee will be responsible for:
   1. Determining an appropriate Candidate for receipt of the Award
   2. Recommending an appropriate Candidate to the Board for endorsement.

4.3 Award Presentation

1. All Candidates (both successful and unsuccessful) will be formally notified in writing before any public announcement is made
2. An acknowledgement of the successful Candidate will be published on the APS website and other relevant psychology and education publications following the receipt of their Award
3. Each successful Candidate will receive a Distinguished Contribution to Psychological Science Award plaque.