Data management is essential, from before your sponsored research project begins and throughout the research process, to ensure that the data is current, usable, protectable, and accessible. Beginning January 25, 2023, all NIH grant submissions must include a two-page data management and sharing plan. WashU has several resources to support researchers in creating a Data […]
Category: How-Tos
Determine Funding Type When Issuing Subawards
There are several funding mechanisms available to use when issuing subawards. The appropriate mechanism may be dependent upon the scope of work. The scope of work needs to provide sufficient detail to understand when payments shall be made. Cost Reimbursable Example: when the collaborator is performing experiments, and the costs are for salary and materials, […]
Federal Limited Submission Programs
Research center and institutional proposals present unique challenges for researchers. The Vice Chancellor for Research and Deans work together to recruit and encourage appropriate faculty members long before the program deadline is announced, recognizing that successful center proposals take many months or longer to prepare. NSF Major Research Instrumentation (MRI) Program Review Process A standing […]
Find New Investigator Awards
Recruitment of Prospective Applicants The Vice Chancellor for Research and Deans will work together to raise awareness of these awards and communicate their importance to faculty development, prestige, and institutional reputation. Identifying a winning candidate to represent WUSTL begins well before the review/adjudication process. To enable sufficient time for internal application, adjudication, and mentoring, Washington […]
Prepare for an Audit
Download the presentation on How to Prepare for an Audit.
Navigate Material Transfer Agreements
For information on navigating Material Transfer Agreements, see the Office of Technology Management’s website.
Navigate Federal Contracts at the Post-Award State
Financial All federal contracts are set up in Sponsored Project Accounting (SPA) funds and follow normal post-award processing through OSRS/SPA. Federal F&A rates will apply. Contracting Officer’s Authorizations (COAs) After a federal contract is fully executed, there may be a need to request permission from the federal Contract Officer for certain activities. Requirements for prior […]
Navigate Federal Contracts at the Award State
General Award Process Overview FAR Contracts always require at least some negotiation before an award can be accepted by the University. JROC will perform a comprehensive review of the award, including the terms and conditions incorporated by reference to specific FAR clauses. Unlike a grant which is often complete upon receipt, the time it takes […]
Navigate Federal Contracts at the Pre-Award State
General Proposal Process Overview All proposals submitted to external funding agencies for sponsored research projects by University personnel must be reviewed and approved by the Office of Sponsored Research Services (OSRS). To assist in this process, the Joint Research Office for Contracts (JROC) is responsible for reviewing the terms that are contained in a solicitation for […]
Identify a Federal Contract
What is a Federal Contract? A federal contract is a mechanism through which the federal government can fund research and development projects, as well as service and procurement actions. Federal contracts require a high degree of oversight, frequent reporting, specific deliverables, and strict adherence to their terms and conditions, which include clauses from the Federal Acquisition […]