ROLE OF THE OFFICE OF SPONSORED RESEARCH

This service-oriented office assists the researcher during the pre- and post award process with:

	Notification of funding opportunities.
	Assistance in locating funding sources.
	Provision of resources on grant proposal writing and agency information.
	Interpretation of agency guidelines.
	Consultation and review of proposals prior to submission including design and preparation, editorial assistance, budgetary concerns, compliance issues, University information, and agency requirements.
	Assistance in obtaining internal approval and authorization signatures.
	Assistance in obtaining letters of recommendation from the University president or others.
	For federal eRA systems, submission of proposal to agency.
	With advance notice, assistance in photocopying, packaging, and express mail service.
	The office also maintains records of grant activity for university administration.

Pre-Award Menu

Role of the Applicant

Role of the Office of Sponsored Research

Finding Funding

Submission Procedure

Budget Considerations

Pre-Award Compliance

University Information

ERA:
Electronic Research Administration

Guide to Grants:
Section 3

Forms & Policies