Budget Considerations

The Uniform Guidance (UG) imposed these federal requirements in 2014. The most recent financial guidance was updated and is effective October 1, 2024. This applies to new awards and incremental/supplemental funding awards made on or after October 1, 2024. Requirement Action Notes UG Reference Criteria used to justify directcharging of admin/clerical costs. Administrative and clerical […]

F&A Rate Flow Chart

The Facilities & Administrative Rate Flow Chart (PDF) is a tool to assist in determining the F&A rate based on the funding agency, funding type, campus, and more.

Professional Organizations for Research Administration

These organizations offer research administrators opportunities for professional development, conferences, webinars, workshops, and more. National Council of University Research AdministratorsSociety of Research Administrators International

RMS Post Submission Checklist

This Post RMS Submission Checklist is a collection of several tasks to complete in RMS after submitting to a sponsor.

FAQ – Research Data & Materials Policy

Visit the Research Data & Materials Policy to review the full policy. What are the reasons for the policy? The university is committed to high-quality research and academic integrity, which requires that stewardship of research data be handled in a thoughtful manner. Accurate and authenticated data records is critical for supporting and substantiating research findings, […]

Research Data and Materials Policy

Original Effective Date January 10, 2023 Washington University (WashU) deems appropriate stewardship of research data as fundamental to high-quality research and academic integrity. It therefore seeks to attain high standards in the generation, management, retention, preservation, curation, and sharing of research data. Recording and maintaining accurate and appropriate research records is necessary for the following […]

Part 11 Compliance – Electronic Records & Signatures

Part 11 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) contains the Food & Drug Administration’s (FDA) rules and regulations pertaining to electronic records and electronic signatures. 21 CFR Part 11 defines the criteria for which systems and processes are trustworthy, secure, and reliable for electronic records and signatures. Below you will find WashU resources on […]