MAY 6, 2012 CHECK-IN AND NETWORKING STARTS AT 8:00 AM
WORKSHOP 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Individuals
involved in research administration are faced with a multitude of
challenges: becoming knowledgeable about federal regulations and
individual agency requirements, providing assistance to faculty,
gathering information, administration of awards, and many other tasks.
The purpose of this program is to provide participants with a broad
overview of the various aspects involved in sponsored projects
administration, including coordination and review of proposals
and proposal budgets; negotiation and acceptance of awards; financial and administrative
management, closeout and audit, as well as the relevant compliance
issues.
Who should attend:
Newcomers involved in research administration at colleges, universities or teaching hospitals.
or
Individuals looking for a broader understanding of the field.
What participants can expect:
After completing the Essentials course, participants should have an introductory understanding of the following topics:
Award Terms and Conditions
Common Terms and Acronyms
Compliance
Cost Sharing
Overview of Research Administration
Procurement Standards
Program Income
Property Standards
Proposal Development
Proposal Review/Negotiation/JIT/Acceptance
Regulatory Framework
Reports and Records
Subrecipient Monitoring
Types of Awards
WORKSHOP INSTRUCTORS:
Gary Smith Senior Administrative Director - MGH Research Massachusetts General Hospital
Sara Clabby Manager Pre-Award Services Northeastern University
Eileen Nielsen Director of Research Administration Education Harvard School of Public Health
CANCELLATION
POLICY Due to the commitment with the Boston Common Hotel & Conference Center; Cancellations made within 3 business days before any RADG or Workshop, and no-shows are not eligible for
refunds.