Introduction

The Office of Sponsored Programs provides assistance to faculty and staff in reviewing award agreements, negotiating terms acceptable to the investigator and satisfying university policy concerns. Sponsored Programs staff assist with award management and clarifying regulations, advise on allowable costs, subcontracts or revisions; and help resolve administrative problems that arise during the course of the project. Upon accepting the agreement, sponsored programs staff:

• Assist the principal investigator in managing the award and help to clarify agency regulations and policies;
• Advise on such matters as allowable costs, subcontracts, or revisions; and
• Help resolve administrative problems that arise during the course of the project.

To ensure that they understand their responsibilities in managing their project, first-time investigators should meet with OSP staff as early as possible.