FRIB is open to researchers based on the merit of their proposals for scientific research consistent with DOE-SC policy and U.S. law. At select times, the FRIB Program Advisory Committee (PAC) considers proposals and makes recommendations for beam time to the FRIB Laboratory Director.

The FRIB Single Event Effects (FSEE) Facility is available for proprietary research and applications at full cost recovery. The FRIB Laboratory Director approves requests for such beam time.