Research Administration works closely with PIs, the Office of Sponsored Projects, and Extramural Funds Accounting to provide overall administrative support including, but not limited to, the following functions.

• Reviewing proposal budgets to see that the amounts budgeted seem reasonable for the various types of projected expenditures.
• Reviewing and approving all transactions involving the commitment of grant funds. Providing regular financial summaries and projections of expenditures to PIs.
• Consulting with PIs to determine how best to meet their changing financial needs.
• Ensuring that all transactions are in accordance with terms and conditions of the award and with university policy.
• Reviewing and tracking cost sharing and/or matching fund commitments set forth in the proposal and making recommendations to the Dean; providing cost-sharing information to Extramural Funds for reporting purposes.
• Assisting with the closing of grants.

As a general resource, you should use this page to assist you in locating information in regards to various accounting questions, procedures, forms and guidelines in conjunction with your assigned research administrator.