Australian Psychological Society (APS), Science and Education Team
The closing date for applications is close of business Friday 26 June 2015.
Please email:
 This nomination form, with all sections completed
 Copies of 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
 A current curriculum vitae
To:
Administrator, Science and Education science@psychology.org.au
Please note that all applications will receive email acknowledgement upon receipt.
Enquiries:
Email:
Phone: science@psychology.org.au
(03) 8662 3300
2015 Distinguished Contribution to Psychological Science

Introductory information
The Distinguished Contribution to Psychological Science Award recognises distinguished theoretical or empirical contributions to psychology by psychologists at mid or later career stages. The contribution may lead to the understanding or amelioration of an important practical problem.
Eligibility criteria
(a) Candidates should be currently engaged (directly or indirectly) in innovative research in any field of psychology, which represents a major influence on the direction of research in the scientist
’ s area (Note: Candidates need not necessarily be members of the Society).
Nomination requirements
(a) Candidates must be nominated for the Award by a Member of the Society
(b) Nominations should be submitted using this form and must include:
(i) The Candidate’s curriculum vitae
(ii) Details of all publications, prizes, and grants that the Candidate has previously been awarded
(iii) Copies of up to five (5) selected publications, with a one (1) page cover letter indicating why they have been selected and how they reflect the Candidate’s contribution.
(c) Nominations should be submitted electronically in PDF format to the Administrator,
Science and Education, Australian Psychological Society via science@psychology.org.au
, by the closing date.
For further information please visit: http://www.psychology.org.au/about/awards/scientific
2015 Distinguished Contribution to Psychological Science

(Please type directly into the form; areas will expand as required):
Title:
Family name:
First name:
Address:
Telephone:
E-mail:
APS Membership:
Current member
Applied for membership
Name of Institution:
Provide details of the level of quality, innovation, and significance of the Candidate’s research.
Provide details of the level of visibility of the Candidate’s research, both within
Australia and internationally.
2015 Distinguished Contribution to Psychological Science

Please comment on the Candidate’s level of demonstrated leadership and exceptional service in the field of psychology and scientific research. The committee would specifically appreciate comment on:
a) The Candidate’s contribution to scientific endeavour
b) The Candidate’s standing in the scientific community
c) The Candidate’s contribution to, and promotion of, the discipline and/or
profession
d) The Candidate’s commitment to excellence in the field of psychology and in
scientific research
e) The impact (social, applied, and academic) of the Candidate’s publications.
Please comment on the grants and prizes previously awarded to the Candidate.
Final comment – Overall evaluation of the Candidate
Please provide overall comment on the Candidate’s commitment to excellence in the field of psychology and in scientific research.
Name:
Signature:
Date:
2015 Distinguished Contribution to Psychological Science